MYRModel Year Report

1996 Geo Tracker

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1996 Geo Tracker
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:36:07.111Z

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
71
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1996

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

31% 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 1995: 64 complaints 1996: 71 complaints 1996 71 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 1995: 64 complaints 1996: 71 complaints 1996 71 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 1995: 64 complaints 1995 1996: 71 complaints 1996 71 1997: 25 complaints 1997 1998: 18 complaints 1998 1999: 22 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002

1996: 71 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.

Engine and engine cooling

31% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and gas recirculation valve (egr valve).

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

While the vehicle was parked consumer noticed liquid underneath the vehicle. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-25

Air bags

15% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

CRASHINJURY

Service brakes

11% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Power train

10% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.

Suspension

8% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing front and upper arm.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

While driving, at approx. 25MPH, a bolt fell out of upper control arm, causing loss of control, hitting a gaurd rail.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-12

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. R
    1996-07-01Fuel system, gasoline96V121001 The fuel tank on these vehicles can become punctured by a fuel tank flange attachment reinforcement during rear-end collisions. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS No. 301, "Fuel…

    Remedy: Dealers will install two new shield gussets between the fuel tank and attachment brackets to prevent the reinforcement from puncturing the fuel tank wall.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1996 Geo Tracker — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 22 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 96V121001 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 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 1996 Geo Tracker?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1996 Geo Tracker have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-03 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.