1997 Geo Metro vs 1997 Toyota Corolla
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Geo Metro | 1997 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 63 | 135 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 17 | 46 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–40 | 24–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 99,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Geo Metro | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 3 | 38 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 29 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 4 |
| Power Train | 11 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 9 |
| Structure | 4 | 7 |
| Tires | 3 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
1997 Geo Metro
1997 Toyota Corolla
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.