1991 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
- 91
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 1991
Opened by NHTSA
22% of complaints
Complaints per year
1991: 91 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.
Electrical system
22% · 20 reportsMost commonly citing module and ignition.
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Vehicle started up by itself with no keys in ignition/no driver and went uphill, resulting in accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-13
Engine and engine cooling
22% · 20 reportsMost commonly citing gasoline and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
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The vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer replaced the distributor cap, spark plug wires and rotor, however the problem recurred.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-17
Vehicle speed control
19% · 17 reportsMost commonly citing cruise control and linkages.
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During warm weather the vehicle's throttle will stick at 2000. Through my research I have found this to be the fault of the ECU. It is a very dangerous thing to have your throttle stick.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-11-22
Air bags
15% · 14 reportsMost commonly citing frontal.
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Driving 40 MPH the vehicle was rearended, causing it to hit vehicle in front of driver, and the drivers air bag did not deploy. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-07
Also filed under Seat belts
Steering
13% · 12 reportsMost commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and tie rod assembly.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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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
1991 Geo Storm — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 20 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 20 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 17 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 92V091001 · Air bags
- Recall 95V103007 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 1991 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 1991 Geo Storm?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 Geo Storm have?
- 2 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.