MYRModel Year Report

1994 Geo Tracker

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1994 Geo Tracker
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:08.775Z

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
51
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Structure

37% of complaints

Complaints per year

1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 10 complaints 1989 1990: 25 complaints 1991: 18 complaints 1992: 19 complaints 1992 1993: 24 complaints 1994: 51 complaints 1994 51 1995: 64 complaints 1996: 71 complaints 1997: 25 complaints 1998: 18 complaints 1998 1999: 22 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint
1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 10 complaints 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 18 complaints 1992: 19 complaints 1992 1993: 24 complaints 1994: 51 complaints 1994 51 1995: 64 complaints 1996: 71 complaints 1996 1997: 25 complaints 1998: 18 complaints 1998 1999: 22 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2002: 1 complaint 2002
1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 10 complaints 1989 1990: 25 complaints 1990 1991: 18 complaints 1991 1992: 19 complaints 1992 1993: 24 complaints 1993 1994: 51 complaints 1994 51 1995: 64 complaints 1995 1996: 71 complaints 1996 1997: 25 complaints 1997 1998: 18 complaints 1998 1999: 22 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002

1994: 51 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19861
19870
19880
198910
199025
199118
199219
199324
199451
199564
199671
199725
199818
199922
20007
20012
20021

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Structure

37% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing hinge and attachments and door.

INJURY
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Cross members failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-11-14

Power train

12% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) and axle shaft.

Show complaint excerpts

Right rear rides low. Rear right axle housing welds appear to be stretched and leaking. Vehicle brought to dealer for recall inspection (Recall id NHTSA: 94V073001).

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-09-19

Recall repairs on axle housing tube refused. (94V073)

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-09-30

Suspension

10% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing rear and multiple axle.

CRASH
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Steering bound up and some gears bound up, causing a minor roll over. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-22

Also filed under Steering

Seats

8% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing recliner.

CRASHINJURY
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Owner lost control after gust of wind. 1) drivers shoulder stretched when turned sideways. 2) drivers seat back failed propelling driver through plastic window.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-06

Seat belts

8% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing anchorage and webbing.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1994-01-24Steering94V016000 These vehicles were assembled with a lower steering shaft that can separate due to a mislocated weld.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering shaft and replace it if necessary.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1994-02-03Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-04-20 Rear axle housing failure
  3. R
    1994-05-18Suspension94V073001 The right rear and left axle shaft housing tubes were incorrectly welded and can fracture. Fracture of the rear axle shaft housing can result in separation of the affected wheel assembly and…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the welds of the rear axle assemblies on involved vehicles and, if necessary, replace the complete rear axle assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    1996-07-05Steering96V118000 The steering wheel center hub to spoke weld can fracture.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering wheel for the suspect steering wheel lot date code and replace any found to have this suspect date.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Geo Tracker — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V016000 · Steering
  • Recall 94V073001 · Suspension
  • Recall 96V118000 · Steering
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1994 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 1994 Geo Tracker?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Geo Tracker 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.