1995 Geo Tracker
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 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 | 51 |
| 1995 | 64 |
| 1996 | 71 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
31% of complaints: structure — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and door.
13% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and exhaust system.
FIRE13% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front underhood and ignition.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
PARKED VEHICLE IN PARKING LOT AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER HOOD. VEHICLE THEN CAUGHT ON FIRE. NLM....*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020930
9% of complaints: steering — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and hydraulic power assist system.
CRASH DEATH9% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing column shift assembly and clutch assembly.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TRANSMISSION LOCKED UP AND THREW ME FROM THE VEHICLE GOING 50 MPH DOWNHILL! I WAS IN HOSPITAL/ICU FROM SEPT 17TH, 2004 TO ~ MID OCTOBER. LUCKY TO BE ALIVE. VEHICLE WAS A 1995 GEO TRACKER. COULD SOMEONE CONTACT ME? I NEED HELP.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20050302
Also filed under PARKING BRAKE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 GEO TRACKER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO SHIFT FROM PARK. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH HAD BEEN REPAIRED TWICE BY A PRIVATE MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140508
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Geo Tracker — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1995 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 1995 Geo Tracker?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Geo Tracker have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-08-03 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.