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1997 Geo Tracker problems

The most common problem on the 1997 Geo Tracker is brakes. It has 12.5 times the complaints of a typical Tracker model year.

Typical year12.5x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
25
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
19
Worst area
Brakes
Fuel economy
21-22mpg

The worst 1997 Geo Tracker problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    6
  • Airbags
    5
  • Engine
    5
  • Transmission
    4
  • Electrical
    3

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    6
  • Airbags
    5
  • Engine
    5
  • Transmission
    4
  • Electrical
    3
  • Suspension
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Seat belts
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Geo Tracker 19

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 19 bulletins for the 1997 Geo Tracker

1997 Geo Tracker fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
1.6L 4‑cylRWD19-2122-2421-22
1.6L 4‑cyl4WD19-2122-2421-22

What 1997 Geo Tracker owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 28, 2008 · Airbags · 36,000 miles · PA

Air bag light comes on when temperature reaches above 90 degrees. Driver side air bag outer shell becomes very soft.

Filed Feb 1, 2004 · Engine · 134,259 miles · NY

Had previous diagnosis on egr valve. Had replaced on 1/19 after ses code cleared another code popped up for pre-cat o2 sensor. Upon fixing that problem on 1/28 yet another egr code came up and was diagnosed on 1/30 for the egr transducer which controls the egr valve I just had replaced! Replaced transducer on 1/31. Between labor, parts & diagnostics I shelled out $530.00. Plus I had a egr solenoid replaced on 7/23/02. This is crazy, all this stuff went one after another something has to been wrong related either to the fuel system of said vehicle or to egr system of said vehicle!

Filed Feb 1, 2004 · Brakes · 119,672 miles · NY

While driving on interstate highway, it felt like my transmission had went the car would not move further after going through a toll both. Had car towed to nh chevy car dealer, found nothing wrong on 3 occasions. Personal ny chevy dealer found master brake cylinder had blown causing brakes to lock on their own, while also causing brakes to severely smoke. Took over 2 weeks to find problem & correct.

Filed Feb 1, 2004 · Brakes · 119,672 miles · NY

While driving on interstate highway, it felt like my transmission had went the car would not move further after going through a toll both. Had car towed to nh chevy car dealer, found nothing wrong on 3 occasions. Personal ny chevy dealer found master brake cylinder had blown causing brakes to lock on their own, while also causing brakes to severely smoke. Took over 2 weeks to find problem & correct.

Filed Jul 25, 2003 · Electrical, Engine · 65,000 miles · MI

Vehicle stalls due to electrical fuse problems. The wipers, turn signals and interior lighting may also be effected by the electrical fuse problem. The air conditioner failed and the exhaust fell off the car. *ak *cb

Filed Aug 5, 2002 · FL

Cannot seem to keep car out of shop due to no air. I am an elderly lady and cannot keep on not knowing if my car is going to keep me cool.

Filed Feb 28, 2002 · Electrical · TN · fire

My wife was traveling 5-7 MPH on ice, the car spun and hit the curb (it did not go over the curb, just hit it). No damage was initially done to the vehicle, other than the fact that it stalled. When she tried to restart it, it would not start. After 5 minutes, she got out, walked away, and the vehicle exploded and caught on fire. This should never happen! If she were traveling any faster, she may be dead.

Filed Aug 22, 2001 · Suspension · NY

When driving consumer heard a funny noise coming from front end of vehicle, also when brakes were applied, there was a big thumping noise coming from front end, consumer has contacted dealer, the dealer was unable to detect cause.*ak consumer states the brakes, rotors, catalytic converter were replaced, but the noise continued, the dealer detemined the problem to be the right hub assembly.

Filed Feb 1, 2001 · Brakes, Transmission · NY

There was a funny noise like when putting flapping cards on a bicycle, and when putting on brakes, there was a loud thump.*ak the consumer was unable to use 4 wheel drive because it grindes the gears( sounded like marbles were rolling in the hub).

Filed Dec 26, 2000 · Transmission · OH

4 wheel auto locking hubs failed, dealer stated that both sides need repaired even though it's only the left side that is defective.

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Questions about the 1997 Geo Tracker

Is the 1997 Geo Tracker reliable?

Owners have filed 25 complaints about the 1997 Geo Tracker, 12.5 times a typical Tracker model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Geo Tracker?

Brakes, with 6 complaints. Next is airbags (5).

How many recalls does the 1997 Geo Tracker have?

No recalls on record.

What gas mileage does the 1997 Geo Tracker get?

Official estimates for the 1997 Geo Tracker range from 21 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.6L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 19-21 city and 22-24 highway.

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