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Geo Metro years to avoid

The Geo Metro years to avoid are 1995, 1996, 1994, 1997, 1992, 1991 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 1988 is the cleanest year on record.

805

Total complaints

4

Recall campaigns

1986–2001

Years covered

6

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Metro years to avoid

YearWhyComplaints
1995High complaint rate132
1996High complaint rate116
1994High complaint rate91
1997High complaint rate90
1992High complaint rate78
1991High complaint rate65

Every Metro year

YearComplaintsRecalls
200170
2000230
1999360
1998390
1997avoid901
1996avoid1160
1995avoid1321
1994avoid910
1993541
1992avoid781
1991avoid652
1990452
1989292
198800
198700
198600

Common questions

What are the worst Geo Metro years?

Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Metro years to avoid are 1995, 1996, 1994, 1997, 1992, 1991. The cleanest year on record is 1988.

What is the best year for the Geo Metro?

By complaint volume, 1988 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Metro years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Geo Metro have?

Across all model years, the Metro has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 805 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.