2001 Geo Metro
Only 6 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 6 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 | 51 |
| 1992 | 55 |
| 1993 | 51 |
| 1994 | 69 |
| 1995 | 109 |
| 1996 | 88 |
| 1997 | 63 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 6 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing rear window.
Show complaint excerpts
VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE REAR DEFROSTER. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT WAS THE WAY THE VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030620
THE VEHICLE DID NOT COME EQUIPPED WITH A REAR DEFROSTER. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030605
1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURY1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing air conditioner.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DT: A 2001, GEO, METRO. CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, IT WAS HIT IN THE REAR. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20050616
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Geo Metro — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2001 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 2001 Geo Metro?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Geo Metro have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-08-03 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.