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1999 Chevrolet Tracker Problems

Complaints
49filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
102,000miles, 22 complaints with mileage
Recalls
0campaigns on record
Trend
StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA crash rating
—overall rating starts with 2011 models
EPA fuel economy
22 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl RWD · 20 city / 23 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 49 consumer complaints for the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. The part named most often is body and structure, with 13 complaints (27% of the total), followed by electrical system (10) and suspension (8). 22 of the complaints include a mileage, and 18% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 102,000 miles. Of all complaints, 6 involved a crash, 4 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 29 technical service bulletins for this model year. Body and structure complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 4 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Exterior lighting (2), Tires (2), Fuel system (1), Seat belts (1).

Example complaints

Body and structure: “I began to notice that the steering had started to feel a little loose requiring a lot of correction when driving, but I didn't think it was anything serious. I took the car in to the repair shop to have the brakes repaired and as soon as they raised it up on the lift they noticed that the drivers side cradle/crossmember to suspension corroded and rusted through and the left front lower control arm detached . …”

NHTSA complaint #10303431, filed 2010-01, 150,957 miles

Electrical system: “Car keeps having its battery drained after repairs. Replaced two alternators and a car computer. Seems to work for a few weeks after getting fixed and then burns up an alternator. Three times to the mechanic; currently shop. Problem occurred after new battery was inserted. Car has worked great for 10 years and then this requiring electrical problem; battery is dead (this with a new battery).”

NHTSA complaint #10451010, filed 2012-03, 126,000 miles

Suspension: “Driving on highway when the front suspension began to shudder violently. Applying brakes caused vehicle to swerve to the left. Inspection showed that front control arm mount had separated completely from the crossmember due to corrosion. Called Chevrolet customer service and was told in carefully parsed words that according to my VIN there was no coverage or recall despite what I have found on lin: special coverage adjustment - front suspension crossmember corrosion #06186 - (10/17/2007) 1999-2004 Chevrolet Tracker.”

NHTSA complaint #10364994, filed 2010-11, 116,500 miles

Transmission and drivetrain: “Have been reporting clunking noise in front end when I turn vehicle. Have reported this to my dealership on a regular basis since 2000. They keep telling me they have not been able to duplicate the problem and have had no other complaints. I also contacted Chevrolet and they said they do not contrradict the dealership and there is nothing they can do, I just found out there is a service bulletin on this that was issued 4-1-01. The dealership (team Chevrolet in colorado springs nor Chevrolet has ever mentioned this to me). …”

NHTSA complaint #10048845, filed 2003-11, 200 miles

Mileage when problems were reported

18% of the 22 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 70,000 and 126,000 miles.

9%0–105%10–255%25–5018%50–7514%75–10036%100–15014%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (22 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 102,000 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.

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Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 1999 Chevrolet Tracker version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Tracker 2WD Convertible1.6L 4-cyl5-speed manual222623$2,900
Tracker 2WD Convertible2.0L 4-cyl4-speed automatic202322$3,050
Tracker 2WD Convertible2.0L 4-cyl5-speed manual202321$3,200
Tracker 2WD Hardtop2.0L 4-cyl4-speed automatic212422$3,050
Tracker 2WD Hardtop2.0L 4-cyl5-speed manual202321$3,200
Tracker 4WD Convertible1.6L 4-cyl5-speed manual222523$2,900
Tracker 4WD Convertible2.0L 4-cyl4-speed automatic202321$3,200
Tracker 4WD Convertible2.0L 4-cyl5-speed manual202321$3,200
Tracker 4WD Hardtop2.0L 4-cyl4-speed automatic202321$3,200
Tracker 4WD Hardtop2.0L 4-cyl5-speed manual202321$3,200

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

NHTSA investigations

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 29 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 29 bulletins →

Other model years of the Chevrolet Tracker

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
20041520,0000—18—Rising
20036955,5000—22Not compared (before 2008)Falling
20025982,4240—22Not compared (before 2008)Stable
20018372,0000—21Not compared (before 2008)Rising
200010989,5000—22Not compared (before 2008)Falling
199949102,0000—22Not compared (before 2008)Stable
199810—0—22—Not enough data
19967—0———Not enough data

All Chevrolet Tracker model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker have?

NHTSA recorded 49 consumer complaints for the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker is reported most often?

Body and structure is named most often, in 13 complaints (27% of the total), followed by electrical system with 10.

Has the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker been recalled?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker get?

The EPA rates the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker (Tracker 2WD Convertible, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 22 mpg combined, 20 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker reported?

Among the 22 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 102,000 miles and the middle half falls between 70,000 and 126,000 miles; 18% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.