1997 Geo Metro vs 1998 Geo Metro
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Geo Metro | 1998 Geo Metro |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 63 | 33 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 17 | 3 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–40 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Geo Metro | Geo Metro |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 6 |
| Power Train | 11 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 5 |
| Visibility | 5 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 2 |
| Structure | 4 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
1997 Geo Metro
1998 Geo Metro
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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.