1989 Geo Metro

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1989 Geo Metro
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:34:45.910Z

Only 27 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1989: 27 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1986	0
1987	0
1988	0
1989	27
1990	39
1991	50
1992	54
1993	50
1994	68
1995	109
1996	88
1997	63
1998	33
1999	23
2000	19
2001	6

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 27 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

5 of 27 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages.

STRUCTURE

3 of 27 total reports mention: structure.

VISIBILITY

2 of 27 total reports mention: visibility.

INJURY

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THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW BLEW IN WHILE DRIVING AND CUT THE PASSENGERS DUE TO A RUSTED OUT CHANNEL THAT HOLDS THE WINDOW UP.TT CONSUMER WAS CUT ON THE LEFT LEG, SCALP AND THE KNUCKLES ON RIGHT HAND DUE TO GLASS BLOWING ACROSS, ALSO 2 YEAR OLD SON HAD...

NHTSA ODI report, 19951005

STRUCTURE

2 of 27 total reports mention: structure.

CRASH

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HOOD BRACKET BROKE, CAUSING HOOD TO FLY UP, LOSS OF VISIBILITY AND ACCIDENT, PRIOR TO RECALL. *TW

NHTSA ODI report, 19950706

STRUCTURE

2 of 27 total reports mention: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19900530 — PE (closed 19900814)

REAR SUSPENSION FAILS

I 19921026 — PE (closed 19930219)

HOOD FLY-UP

I 19930226 — EA (closed 19931126)

HOOD FLY-UPS

R 19931223 — latches/locks/linkages

MISLOCATED ATTACHING SPOT WELDS OF THE HOOD STRIKER ASSEMBLY CAUSE CRACKS TO START ON THE HOOD INNER PANEL. IF CRACKS OCCUR, THE HOOD STRIKER ASSEMBLY MAY NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE THE HOOD LATCH WHEN THE H

Remedy: GM DEALERS WILL (A) INSTALL TWO BOLTS AND NUTS TO SECURE THE STRIKER ASSEMBLY TO THE HOOD INNER PANEL, AND (B) ENSURE THAT THE HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY FASTENERS ARE PROPERLY TIGHTENED.

Campaign 93V189001 — check if this car was fixed

I 19941221 — PE (closed 19950425)

TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL

I 19950425 — EA (closed 19950728)

SEAT BELT BUCKLES FAILURE

R 19960517 — seat belts

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

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES A

Campaign 95V103007 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Geo Metro — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for structure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 93V189001 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
Verify recall 95V103007 (seat belts) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1998 ▲ 1990 ● 1991

WORST YEARS

■ 1995 ◆ 1996 ◆ 1994

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FAQ

Is the 1989 Geo Metro 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 1989 Geo Metro?

The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Geo Metro have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.