2000 Geo Metro
Only 19 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 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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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 19 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 19 total reports mention: air bags.
CRASH2 of 19 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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HAD RENTED VEHICLE FROM ENTERPRISE. STARTED VEHICLE & HAD JUST SHIFTED INTO DRIVE WITH FOOT ON BRAKE AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20000726
2 of 19 total reports mention: suspension.
2 of 19 total reports mention: equipment.
2 of 19 total reports mention: air bags.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, FRONTAL AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20031027
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP THE CONSUMER WAS REAR ENDED AT 60-65 MPH AND THE CONSUMER WAS PUSHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. CONTACTED DEALER MR
NHTSA ODI report, 20021009
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Geo Metro — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2000 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 2000 Geo Metro?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Geo Metro have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.