1999 Geo Tracker problems & reliability
22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1999 Geo Tracker. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 27% |
| Suspension | 5 | 23% |
| Electrical System | 4 | 18% |
| Power Train | 4 | 18% |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 14% |
| Air Bags | 2 | 9% |
| Unknown OR Other | 2 | 9% |
| Visibility | 2 | 9% |
| Equipment | 1 | 5% |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 5% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
All 14 reported components →Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1999 geo tracker. The contact stated that the front suspension cross member is rotted out and corroded from the inside. This type of vehicle was manufactured with front cross members designed and made by suzuki, which rust from the inside out due to insufficient corrosion protection. Nhtsa action…”
Suspension · filed Jun 25, 2007
“My chevrolet/geo tracker had a arecal issued on it. However the dealer failed to repair it prior to saling it though the title explicitly stated they must. What should I do?. *ak”
Unknown OR Other · filed Aug 5, 2003
“I have only owned my 1999 tracker for almost two years and have had major engine problems with it. I had the timing chains and head gasket replaced in feb due to an unexplained oil leak. I have now been informed by the place that did the other engine repairs that it now needs a new oil pump and connecting rods to the…”
Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Jul 6, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Technical service bulletins
11 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 1999 Geo Tracker. The 10 most recent:
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
17-NA-073 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 21, 2023
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient…
16NA260 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 26, 2016
Vehicle Recalls
Recalls · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 30, 2014
Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic…
99-08-51-007F · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 1, 2014
Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic…
99-08-51-007F · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 1, 2014
Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components…
PI0281D · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 2014
Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components…
PI0281D · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 2014
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
130089009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 1, 2013
372le automatic transmission no first gear. *mr
01832 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 2004
Subject regarding vehicles with automatic transmissions, the ignition key may bind in the accessory position. *slc
260901 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 26, 2001
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 1999 Geo Tracker in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 1999 Geo Tracker?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
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