1990 Geo Storm
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
- Complaints
- 46
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 1990
Opened by NHTSA
22% of complaints
Complaints per year
1990: 46 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 46 |
| 1991 | 91 |
| 1992 | 79 |
| 1993 | 57 |
| 1995 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
22% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing frontal.
Show complaint excerpts
Consumer was in an accident and the driver side air bag did not deploy, failure of the shoulder belt. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-01-26
During the course of an accident at 10 MPH the air bag did not deploy. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-12-06
At 30 MPH and frontal end collision air bag did not deploy. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-06
Electrical system
22% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing module and ignition.
Steering
15% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.
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Rack/pinion steering failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 1994-09-26
Engine and engine cooling
15% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and emission control.
Vehicle speed control
13% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing cruise control and linkages.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1989-10-10Seats89V203000 When using front seatback release levers to tip front seatback forward to gain entry to, or exit from , the rear seat, it is possible to insert a finger into the seatback hinge mechanism.
Remedy: Repair to prevent condition that would permit finger injury.
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1992-07-16Air bags92V091001 The steering wheel center hub can fracture during certain frontal and near frontal vehicle collisions.
Remedy: A steering wheel reinforcement plate and nut will be added to the steering wheel hub.
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1995-04-25Engineering analysisClosed 1995-07-28 Seat belt buckles failure
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1995-06-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-10-10 Steering column loosening
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1996-05-17Seat belts95V103007 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…
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…
Buy-smart checklist
1990 Geo Storm — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 7 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 89V203000 · Seats
- Recall 92V091001 · Air bags
- Recall 95V103007 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 1990 Geo Storm 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 1990 Geo Storm?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1990 Geo Storm have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-08-03 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.