MYRModel Year Report

1990 Geo Storm

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1990 Geo Storm
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:33:13.695Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Geo Storm Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 45 complaints 1990 1991: 90 complaints 1991 1992: 77 complaints 1992 1993: 56 complaints 1993 1995: 2 complaints 1995
1990: 45 complaints
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YearComplaints
19890
199045
199190
199277
199356
19952

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 20%

20% of complaints: air bags — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY, FAILURE OF THE SHOULDER BELT. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960126

DURING THE COURSE OF AN ACCIDENT AT 10 MPH THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951206

AT 30 MPH AND FRONTAL END COLLISION AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950106

STEERING 9%

9% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 9%

9% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: electrical system — 4 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 7%

7% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19891010 — seats

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.

Campaign 89V203000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19920716 — air bags

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.

Campaign 92V091001 — check if this car was fixed

I 19950425 — EA (closed 19950728)

SEAT BELT BUCKLES FAILURE

I 19950607 — PE (closed 19951010)

STEERING COLUMN LOOSENING

R 19960517 — seat belts

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 OPERATE

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 A

Campaign 95V103007 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1990 Geo Storm — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 89V203000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 92V091001 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 95V103007 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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:frontal, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Geo Storm have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.