1999 Chevrolet Tracker
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 49
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Structure
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
29% of complaints
Complaints per year
1999: 49 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 49 |
| 2000 | 109 |
| 2001 | 83 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 69 |
| 2004 | 15 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Structure
29% · 14 reportsMost commonly citing frame and members and underbody shields.
Show complaint excerpts
Rusted through front crossmember resulted in loss of steering and braking control.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-01-28
Electrical system
20% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing switch and wiring.
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Consumer's wife was traveling about 35MPH on the highwayand another vehicle didn't yield and veered into her vehicle, and force her off the road. Then she went into a utility pole. Upon impact, air bags did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-07-11
Also filed under Air bags
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-09
Ignition key gets stuck in ignition switch. Car may be in accessory use or completely off but key remains. At times the key can't be removed easily and must be left in the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-09-02
Suspension
16% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing front and rear.
Power train
16% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and transfer case (4-wheel drive).
Air bags
12% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing frontal.
Show complaint excerpts
Vehicle rear ended another vehicle at 25 MPH. Upon impact, both air bags failed to deploy. Dealer /manufacturer were not contacted at this time.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-03-30
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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I
2006-10-30Engineering analysisClosed 2007-12-03 Front suspension crossmember corrosion
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Chevrolet Tracker — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 14 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 8 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Tracker have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.