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
Every Metro year
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.