1986 Geo Tracker
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 48 |
| 1995 | 64 |
| 1996 | 71 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: seat belts.
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THE SEAT BELT IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT LOCK UP IN EMERGENCY STOPPING, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19990730
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1986 Geo Tracker — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1986 Geo Tracker 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 1986 Geo Tracker?
The most-reported component is seat belts:rear/other, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Geo Tracker have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.