MYRModel Year Report

2001 Geo Prizm

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2001 Geo Prizm
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:47:47.888Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Geo Prizm Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1990: 38 complaints 1990 1991: 46 complaints 1992: 50 complaints 1992 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 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002
2001: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
19890
199038
199146
199250
199379
1994143
199596
199661
199750
199811
199924
20007
20016
20023

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

3 of 6 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and hinge and attachments.

CRASH
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INTERIOR- FRONT DRIVER SIDE, SIDE OF DASHBOARD PANEL AND DOOR FRAME PANEL RUBBING TOGETHER THAT CAUSES INTERIOR PAINT TO DETERIORATE. *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20040405

WHEELS

1 of 6 total reports mentions: wheels.

CRASH
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THE DEALER DID NOT REPAIR THE CAR THE RIGHT WAY . AND I DO NOT KNOW WHAT TO DO? NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020222

Also filed under VISIBILITY and SUSPENSION

VISIBILITY

1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls.

CRASH
SUSPENSION

1 of 6 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing rear.

CRASH
POWER TRAIN

1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Geo Prizm — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1990 ● 1991 ● 1992

WORST YEARS

■ 1994 ■ 1995 ◆ 1993

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FAQ

Is the 2001 Geo Prizm 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 Prizm?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Geo Prizm 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.