1999 GEO Metro Problems
- Complaints
- 23filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 69,000miles, 3 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.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1999 GEO Metro (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 23 consumer complaints for the 1999 GEO Metro. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 6 complaints (26% of the total), followed by air bags (4) and engine cooling (4). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 33% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 69,000 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 5 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 9 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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.
- Air bags4 17%
- Engine cooling4 17%
- Suspension3 13%
- Brakes2 8.7%
- Fuel system2 8.7%
- Tires2 8.7%
- Equipment1 4.3%
Also reported: Seat belts (1), Seats (1), Body and structure (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “Problems with transmission and air conditioner. . The air conditioner failed, the switch that went from low speed to high speed contained free play and only worked on high speed, the consumer was told the compressor failed. The consumer believed the was a defect with the transmission to fail at such low mileage.”
NHTSA complaint #10029627, filed 2003-07, 69,000 milesAir bags: “While at a stop a vehicle hit the Metro in the rear and the Metro went forward hitting another vehicle at a frontal impact, but the driver's and passenger's airbags did not deploy, which did not protect the occupant in this accident. Also, during the accident the driver's seatback broke, causing the occupant to fly backward and may have caused injuries.”
NHTSA complaint #835566, filed 1999-04Engine cooling: “Ongoing / intermittent problem with engine stalling while at slow speed, idling while coming to a stop or driving down a hill. Vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on three occasions, and nothing could be found. Can NHTSA help in this matter. Also there was a grending noise when the vehicle turns right.”
NHTSA complaint #848244, filed 1999-09Suspension: “1999 Geo Metro consumer question about car repair money. Consumer would to know about a grant for $200 dollars for a car repair since he can not afford to pay it for sure. The consumer stated the cv joint and rear struts needed to be repaired/replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10233889, filed 2008-07Mileage when problems were reported
33% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 28,600 and 84,391 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 GEO Metro 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.
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. 9 on record; the latest 9 are shown.
- 10232287Feb 21, 2023Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10082506Aug 26, 2016Equipment. 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…
- 10248444Jun 30, 2014Equipment. Vehicle Recalls
- 10190932Feb 1, 2014Equipment, Wheels. 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…
- 10190931Feb 1, 2014Equipment, Wheels. 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…
- 10190934Jan 1, 2014Equipment, Body and structure. 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…
- 10190933Jan 1, 2014Body and structure, Equipment. 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…
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10019200Feb 17, 2006Engine cooling. Service engine soon light due to a p0455 diagnostic trouble code - inspect evap purge valve vacuum hose.
Other model years of the GEO Metro
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 6 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 19 | 35,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1999 | 23 | 69,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 33 | 54,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 63 | 30,925 | 1 | — | 35 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 88 | 116,000 | 0 | — | 35 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 109 | 108,000 | 1 | — | 35 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 68 | 62,506 | 0 | — | 40 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 50 | 146,521 | 1 | — | 37 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 54 | 99,500 | 1 | — | 37 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 50 | 71,800 | 2 | — | 37 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 39 | — | 2 | — | 37 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 27 | 68,000 | 2 | — | 41 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All GEO Metro model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1999 GEO Metro have?
NHTSA recorded 23 consumer complaints for the 1999 GEO Metro as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 GEO Metro is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 6 complaints (26% of the total), followed by air bags with 4.
Has the 1999 GEO Metro 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.
At what mileage are problems with the 1999 GEO Metro reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 69,000 miles and the middle half falls between 28,600 and 84,391 miles; 33% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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.