- The problem
- The steering wheel center hub to spoke weld can fracture.
- The risk
- This condition will allow the steering wheel to separate from the steering column increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the steering wheel for the suspect steering wheel lot date code and replace any found to have this suspect date.
Vehicle safety record
1994 Geo Tracker Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 51 complaints about the 1994 Geo Tracker with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (19) and the seats & seat belts (8). Those complaints describe 9 crashes, 3 fires and 5 injuries. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in July 1996 for the steering wheel / handle bar. For comparison, the 1993 has 24 and the 1995 has 64.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Tracker year, for its age
#76 most complained-about 1994 vehicle
- Complaints
- 51
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 9
- Fires
- 3
- Injuries
- 5
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1994 Geo Tracker problems
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1994 Geo Tracker recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- The right rear and left axle shaft housing tubes were incorrectly welded and can fracture. Fracture of the rear axle shaft housing can result in separation of the affected wheel assembly and separation of the brake line.
- The risk
- Separation of the wheel assembly can cause loss of vehicle control and separation of the brake line results in loss of one-half of the braking system, increasing stopping distance. In either case, an accident can occur.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the welds of the rear axle assemblies on involved vehicles and, if necessary, replace the complete rear axle assembly.
- The problem
- These vehicles were assembled with a lower steering shaft that can separate due to a mislocated weld.
- The risk
- If the separation occurred while the vehicle was in motion, a loss of steering control can result and an accident can occur without prior warning.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the steering shaft and replace it if necessary.
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51 complaints about the 1994 Geo Tracker
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners. Page 1 of 3.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 geo tracker purchased in 2004 as a fuel vehicle. While driving at various speeds of less than 30 mph the vehicle began to smoke and stalled. He was misinformed as to which type of fuel to put into the vehicle and was told it was a diesel fuel vehicle. The contact complained that the "conduit of continuum of vehicular propriety." The dealer stated the carburetor and exhaust system failed and needed repairs at an estimated costs of $700. The failure and current mileages were 238,000.
Right rear rides low. Rear right axle housing welds appear to be stretched and leaking. Vehicle brought to dealer for recall inspection (recall id nhtsa: 94v073001). Recall inspection of axle housing refused due to recall cancellation by general motors. *Tr
While steering the driver noticed that the steering wheel was hard to turn. A loud noise come from the steering wheel. Driver took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic informed could not duplicate the problem. Driver informed the mechanic that a recall 96v118000 wa sissued for steering wheel and column. However, mechanic told the driver that this recall was not for this vehicle due to vin. *Ak
Metal frame that holds windshield wiper motor is deteriorating. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. *Ak the vehicles body is defective. The area that holds the windshield wiper motor has rotted. This defect deprived consumer the use of the windshield wiper. Consumer does not feel this is a warranty issue. Consumer had no way of knowing this part was defective at the time of purchase. *Jg
While trying to use windshield wipers, was unable to use the windhsield wipers because bolts and arm that holds rubber wiper has corroded and became inoperable.*Ak
While driving 35-40 mph, consumer hit another vehicle on the passenger side and shoulder belt did not restrain consumer, damage to vehicle unknown at this time. Consumer hit back of his head on windshield, also suffered injuries to lower back/chest/wrist and neck.*Ak.*Jb
Vehicle was running very rough, vehicle was inspected by mechanic, who determined that engine blewout and needed to be replaced. *Ak
Upper hinge bolts came loose on driver side door. Have to lift door to close, and door doesn't latch properly. Also, door could come open.*Ak
Consumer was coming out of driver's side door when door fell off hinges. Screw actually come out of the body of vehicle. *Ak *slc
Driver's door top hinge broke, and door disconnected on top. *Ak *slc
At a 45 mph impact vehicle was rearended, and at impact driver's seat fell back, causing head injuries, consumer head hit row bar. Vehicle total loss.*Ak
Consumer was injured in a rollover accident (attorney for client), possibly related to structure stability nlm
The pillar attached to the door hinge is disintegrating and the door has come apart from the sheet metal on the upper portion of the driver's side around the hinge area, the pillar had a hole through it causing the door to come apart from the sheet metal supporting the door hinge on the upper portion of the drivers seat. Nlm
Vehicle experienced a rollover in which the seats failed, consumer was injured in accident. (Attorney for client) *slc
Torque converter solenoid and fluid pressure switch failed about every 15000 miles. Dealer has repalced the parts continually. *Ak
The vehicle has just attained 4 years since purchase, the drivers side door upper hinge is loose. It appears that the body where the hinge attaches is rusted and pulling the nuts through. This vehicle has no rust anywhere else. Does not comply with mvss 206. Checking the complaints on the web pages, indicates this problem with at least 3 model years, 93, 94 and 95... With doors actually falling off. Alldata has a tsb number for this, yet the dealer says one does not exist. Is the expense too great for the manufacturer, so it is ignored and the consumer must pay?
While driving the rear wheels came off of the vehicle,causing the consumer have an accident manufacturer has been notified. *Ak
On june 1, 1999 I noticed the drivers side door bolts on the top hinge beginning to rust through the body of the car. In the next couple of weeks, through normal use of the door, the top hinge completely separated from the body of the car. This resulted in the door being supported solely by the lower hinge, making it near impossible to use. I contacted 2 different chevrolet dealers as well as chevrolet's 800 number for special concerns. All attempts to report the problem ended with negative results. It is my belief that this is a design defect and should be investigated. I finally had the vehicle repaired by an independent body shop. *Ak
Door hinge bolts rusted straight through the frame of the car. Hinge still intact, but the door lowers 6 inches when it's opened. Chevrolet reluctant to repair problem. *Ak
Driver's side door had been sticking for about a week, and then one day fell completely off while opening. Dlr says it's a common problem. *Ak
WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED.
RIGHT REAR AXLE BEARING FAILED.
While driving driver's door fell off due to the door hinges being rusted. Also, the seat belt is attached to the door in which the occupant almost fell out. *Ak
Both doors are defective. Driver's side door comes off hinges when opened. Problem was corrected and then returned. Consumer is very concerned for safety. *Ak
Driver's side door t shaped hinge is separating from the metal frame, cause unknown. Please give any further deatils. *Ak
Geo Tracker: every year compared
All Tracker years1994 Geo Tracker vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 Geo Tracker | 51 | 3 | F | |
| 1994 Geo Prizm | 143 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1994 Geo Metro | 69 | 0 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1994 Geo Tracker
Does the 1994 Geo Tracker have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1994 Geo Tracker: steering wheel / handle bar (July 1996); rear (April 1994); rack and pinion (January 1994). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Geo Tracker?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (19), seats & seat belts (8), transmission & drivetrain (6).
How many complaints has the 1994 Geo Tracker had?
51 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 30, 1994 and the latest on December 30, 2008. Of these, 9 describe a crash and 3 a fire, and together they report 5 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1994 Geo Tracker a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 21 out of 100 (grade F: far 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 1994 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