Dt*: the contact stated the seat belt locks and it must be hit to release. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 95v103007, regarding the buckle assembly. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.
The worst 1991 Geo Tracker problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body3
- Electrical3
- Seat belts3
- Brakes2
- Engine2
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Body3
- Electrical3
- Seat belts3
- Brakes2
- Engine2
- Fuel system1
- Locks1
- Seats1
- Steering1
- Tires1
- Visibility1
Recalls 1
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
- Risk
- The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.
Recall number 95V103007 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1991 Geo Tracker
Defect investigations
Seat belt buckles failure
There is no summary currently available
EA95014
Takata seat blt bckls fail
There is no summary currently available
PE94092
Exhaust leak/fires
There is no summary currently available
EA92001
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Geo Tracker 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1991 Geo Tracker fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4‑cyl | RWD | 22 | 24 | 23 |
| 1.6L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 20-22 | 22-24 | 21-23 |
What 1991 Geo Tracker owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Rear firestone tire shredded during rush hour, vehicle was towed and the mechanic showed the consumer bubbling on the other three tires. Nlm
Yes I was woundering if u could tell me why im having to replace my main computer? In my 1991 geo tracker, 4x4, 5 speed. I'll just be driving along and all the sudden it will go out. I had it put on a dignaious machine to see what the problem was the first time around. There told me it was the ( brain). This make the second time around on the problem. The part that I bought the second time around, has only lasted me 6 months. Now it get quite expensive having to replace that part every 6 months. So could u tell or help me figure out the problem. Thank you for ur time.
Vehicle stalled on highway in town, no voltage to fuel injector. Waiting for new ECM to repair car.
The wrist pins, I had the problem checked by an independant mechanic
The metal of the firewall, at the place where the cluch cable goes through it ,is so thin, that the pressure from the clutch cable is tearing a hole in the metal, causing the clutch to not work. When the clutch cable pulls through the firewall, you cannot change gears. Usually happens at a red light and if you don't hold the brake the car will go by itself. You have to turn the motor off, put the car in 2nd gear, then start it back up and take off in 2nd gear, we have rigged ours up, with 2 plates of metal held together with longer screws through the clutch cable mount. I don't know how long that will last. My opinion is that the manufacturer, should reinforce the firewall, all the way across there where the clutch and other things come through it.
While driving a fire started within the engine compartment, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Door : went to gas station for gas opened the door and the door fell completely off. Hinges still in tact, door just came off.
While driving the driver's seatback collapsed, causing the occupant to move backwards unexpectedly, almost causing an accident. Has not been taken to the dealer.
While driving the vehicle about 10-15 MPH changing lanes the vehicle just stopped without warning. Vehicle was towed to a repair shop, waiting for a ECM computer replacement.
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Questions about the 1991 Geo Tracker
Is the 1991 Geo Tracker reliable?
Owners have filed 18 complaints about the 1991 Geo Tracker, 9.0 times a typical Tracker model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Geo Tracker?
Body and structure, with 3 complaints. Next is electrical (3).
How many recalls does the 1991 Geo Tracker have?
1 recall, covering seat belts.
What gas mileage does the 1991 Geo Tracker get?
Official estimates for the 1991 Geo Tracker range from 21 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.6L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 22 city and 24 highway.
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