MYRModel Year Report

1992 Geo Prizm

● Typical for this model
1992 Geo Prizm
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:29.625Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
50
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1992

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

36% of complaints

Complaints per year

1990: 38 complaints 1990 1991: 46 complaints 1992: 50 complaints 1992 50 1993: 79 complaints 1994: 143 complaints 1994 1995: 96 complaints 1996: 61 complaints 1996 1997: 50 complaints 1998: 11 complaints 1998 1999: 24 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2002: 3 complaints 2002
1990: 38 complaints 1990 1991: 46 complaints 1991 1992: 50 complaints 1992 50 1993: 79 complaints 1993 1994: 143 complaints 1994 1995: 96 complaints 1995 1996: 61 complaints 1996 1997: 50 complaints 1997 1998: 11 complaints 1998 1999: 24 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002
1990: 38 complaints 1990 1991: 46 complaints 1991 1992: 50 complaints 1992 50 1993: 79 complaints 1993 1994: 143 complaints 1994 1995: 96 complaints 1995 1996: 61 complaints 1996 1997: 50 complaints 1997 1998: 11 complaints 1998 1999: 24 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002

1992: 50 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19890
199038
199146
199250
199379
1994143
199596
199661
199750
199811
199924
20007
20016
20023

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

36% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and emission control.

CRASH

Structure

34% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing door and underbody shields.

Electrical system

16% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and interior/under dash.

CRASH

Visibility

10% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and windshield.

Seat belts

10% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Driving vehicle at a speed 55MPH, lost control of vehicle after going into snow enbankment, rear lap/shoulder belt unbuckled, passenger was thrown from seat.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-01-02

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2010-03-15Suspension10E002000 Ride control is recalling certain front strut mounts branded as gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor, p/nos. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, sold as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed…

    Remedy: Ride control will notify owners of record and replace the affected parts free of charge. The safety recall began on March 15, 2010. Owners may contact ride control at 1-248-458-1396.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1992 Geo Prizm — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 18 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 17 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10E002000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1992 Geo Prizm reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Geo Prizm is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Geo Prizm?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Geo Prizm have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-03 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.