Hood latch mechanism: driving down highway approximately 60mph when the latch came loose, hood flew up. Cause unknown. *Tr
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1992 Geo Tracker Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the 1992 Geo Tracker with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (5) and the wheels & tires (4). Those complaints describe 3 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries and 3 deaths. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1991 has 19 and the 1993 has 24.
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DMore problems than a typical Tracker year, for its age
#111 most complained-about 1992 vehicle
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 3
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- 3
Most common 1992 Geo Tracker problems
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No recalls for the 1992 Geo Tracker
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1992 Geo Tracker. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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19 complaints about the 1992 Geo Tracker
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Intermittently, when trying to use the turn signal to indicate making a left turn, the turn signal will buzz and the turn signal will not blink for about 5 seconds. The dealer had replaced various components and the same problem occurred. Dealer stated that this was normal operation.*Ak
Holes in rear floorboard. Dealer / manufacturer were not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter. *Ak
I will need to check further to determine the actual date of the accident. The tire in question suffered tread separation while I was stationed in switzerland with the u.S. Foreign service and driving on the autobahn in germany. The tires were original equipment on the car, which was purchased in the u.S. I drove the car from 1993-1994 in guyana, a tropical country in south america. When I heard about the firestone tire recall due to tread separation, especially after being driven in hot climates, I decided to...
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report my 1995 accident. The blowout caused me to lose control of the car, which veered off the highway and slid into a milepost on the driver's side. The car nearly flipped -- when it struck the milepost it leaned over on two wheels before settling back on four. I have always felt that the tire was defective -- there was no proximate cause for the tread separation -- and I would like to know whether there is any possible connection to the firestone tire problems. I would also appreciate your advising me whether I should contact the manufacturer and demand compensation of any kind. Thank you. (Tiresize: p205/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p205/75r15 )
I will need to check further to determine the actual date of the accident. The tire in question suffered tread separation while I was stationed in switzerland with the u.S. Foreign service and driving on the autobahn in germany. The tires were original equipment on the car, which was purchased in the u.S. I drove the car from 1993-1994 in guyana, a tropical country in south america. When I heard about the firestone tire recall due to tread separation, especially after being driven in hot climates, I decided to...
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report my 1995 accident. The blowout caused me to lose control of the car, which veered off the highway and slid into a milepost on the driver's side. The car nearly flipped -- when it struck the milepost it leaned over on two wheels before settling back on four. I have always felt that the tire was defective -- there was no proximate cause for the tread separation -- and I would like to know whether there is any possible connection to the firestone tire problems. I would also appreciate your advising me whether I should contact the manufacturer and demand compensation of any kind. Thank you. (Tiresize: p205/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p205/75r15 )
While driving about 75 mph right rear tire blew out and tread separated. Week after, samething happened with right front tire. At that time tire did not go flat right away. Uniroyal tires, size 195/75r15. *Ak
TURN SIGNAL MAKES A BUZZING NOISE. YH
Right rear tire blew out. Vehicle flipped 6 times, fataly injuring one and injuring two. Would like to know if this vehicle was under recall notice for steering or tire problems.
REAR DEFROSTER CAUGHT FIRE.
Hood latch mechanism: driving down highway approximately 60mph when the latch came loose, hood flew up. Cause unknown. *Ak
The door hinge attached to the post is rusting out, causing the hinge to separate from the door. *Ak
Vehicle rolled over killing two people when hit from behind, due to poor suspension. *Dh
When driving vehicle at any speed, vehicle will not stay on hwy have no control over vehicle. Tt
Bolt that holds drivers side door on came off, door is loose. Tt
Passenger side seat belts locks without sudden stop. Tt
PROBLEM WITH REAR/SIDE WINDOWS. *AW
Axle bearing seized up without warning, causing the hub to wear out the retainer ring, resulting in the wheel coming off. *Ak
Side and rear plastic windows clouded up, causing poor visibility. *Skd
Drivers seat back fell backwards when car was rear ended and caused driver to lose control and hit another vehicle. Tt
Geo Tracker: every year compared
All Tracker years1992 Geo Tracker vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Geo Tracker | 19 | 0 | D | |
| 1992 Geo Storm | 79 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1992 Geo Metro | 55 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Geo Prizm | 50 | 1 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 1992 Geo Tracker
Does the 1992 Geo Tracker have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1992 Geo Tracker right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Geo Tracker?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (5), wheels & tires (4), visibility & wipers (3).
How many complaints has the 1992 Geo Tracker had?
19 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 27, 1995 and the latest on October 16, 2010. Of these, 3 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 2 injuries and 3 deaths.
Is the 1992 Geo Tracker a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 34 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Geo Tracker year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Geo Tracker years have the most complaints?
1996 (71), 1995 (64), 1994 (51). See every Geo Tracker year compared.
What should I do if my 1992 Geo Tracker has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data