1992 Geo Storm

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1992 Geo Storm
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:32:59.621Z

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, 1992 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
1992: 77 complaints
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YearComplaints
19890
199045
199190
199277
199356
19952

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 18%

18% of complaints: air bags — 14 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAG DURING COLLISION, RESULTING IN INJURY. *TW

NHTSA ODI report, 19950518

HEAD ON COLLISION AND THE DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY, RESULTING IN AN INJURY. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950120

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14%

14% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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RPMS REV UP AND DOWN... CAR DIES...

NHTSA ODI report, 20020826

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 12%

12% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 8%

8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file.

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RPMS REV UP AND DOWN... CAR DIES...

NHTSA ODI report, 20020826

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 6%

6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 5 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Geo Storm — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 92V091001 (air bags) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1992 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 1992 Geo Storm?

The most-reported component is air bags:frontal, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Geo Storm have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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