1990 GEO Tracker Problems
- Complaints
- 25filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns 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
- 24 mpgcombined, 1.6L 4-cyl 4WD/AWD · 23 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1990 GEO Tracker (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 25 consumer complaints for the 1990 GEO Tracker. The part named most often is seat belts, with 11 complaints (44% of the total), followed by brakes (5) and body and structure (3). Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 1 an injury, 1 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Seat belts complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the buckle assembly 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.
- Seat belts11 44%
- Brakes5 20%
- Body and structure3 12%
- Seats2 8.0%
- Engine cooling1 4.0%
- Steering1 4.0%
- Tires1 4.0%
Example complaints
Seat belts: “Both saftey belts in the front lock-up and you are stuck in the vehicle. You get out only when the the seat belt finally pops out of it's housing. The more you struggle, the tighter it gets. These seat belts were once recalled, I took the certificate to deery brothers in burligton iowa. They said they knew all about the problem, and so I scheduled the appointment and took it in. They had my vehicle three days, and when I picked it up, they had done nothing to it. Still all original seatbelts, housings, etc. …”
NHTSA complaint #724925, filed 2000-07Brakes: “Sometimes when trying to stop at either high speeds or low, brakes will not function properly. Pedal can be pressed all the way down, vehicle will slowly stop. This has almost caused several accidents. Occurs most often when trying to stop quickly. Also when vehicle is cold, brake pedal can be pressed all the down and vehicle will do the same thing.”
NHTSA complaint #723251, filed 2000-05Body and structure: “While driving, the vehicle lost control. Loss of control was due to corrosion of the steering gear, as well as the structure rusting away from frame. Manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that nothing could be done because the vehicle was not under a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #829931, filed 1998-11Seats: “Wife involved in a rear end collision. Her vehicle was stopped. Upon inpact the drivers seat back fell all the way back, she suffered a concussion and whip lash injury and was transported to chelsea community hospital. The seat being in the downward position was pointed out to the state police and ems person by my wife. The vehicle was towed to my home, seat photographed in downward position. When seat is raised it will not stay in proper uprite position, it goes back at approx 45 degree angle and twisted back on rt side. …”
NHTSA complaint #762799, filed 2002-06Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1990 GEO Tracker. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tracker · coupe | not rated | 1 / 1 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1990 GEO Tracker version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tracker 4WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 23 | 26 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Tracker 4WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 21 | 23 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Tracker Convertible 4WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 23 | 26 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Tracker Convertible 4WD | 1.6L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 21 | 23 | 22 | $3,050 |
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
- 95V103007May 24, 1995Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: GEO Tracker 1989–1991, Metro 1989–1991, Storm 1990–1991
The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Recall details for the 1990 GEO Tracker → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA92001Exhaust leak/firesClosed · Jan 14, 1992
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1990 GEO Tracker.
Other model years of the GEO Tracker
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 7 | 37,235 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 22 | 63,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 18 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1997 | 25 | 119,672 | 0 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 71 | — | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 64 | 113,850 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 48 | 69,006 | 3 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 24 | 164,500 | 1 | — | 23 | — | Stable |
| 1992 | 19 | 102,500 | 0 | — | 23 | — | Stable |
| 1991 | 18 | 181,500 | 1 | — | 23 | — | Stable |
| 1990 | 25 | — | 1 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 10 | — | 1 | — | 25 | — | Not enough data |
All GEO Tracker model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1990 GEO Tracker have?
NHTSA recorded 25 consumer complaints for the 1990 GEO Tracker as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1990 GEO Tracker is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 11 complaints (44% of the total), followed by brakes with 5.
Has the 1990 GEO Tracker been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1990 GEO Tracker get?
The EPA rates the 1990 GEO Tracker (Tracker 4WD, 1.6L 4-cyl) at 24 mpg combined, 23 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.