1999 Geo Metro
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Owner complaints
23 complaints4 involved a crash5 injuries
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- Power train › Driveline › Constant velocity joint · Suspension › Rear
1999 geo metro consumer question about car repair money. Consumer would to know about a grant for $200 dollars for a car repair since he can not afford to pay it for sure. *kb the consumer stated the cv joint and rear struts needed to be repaired/replaced. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
While driving vehicle stalled because the exhaust system snapped at the manifold. also, when starting vehicle made a loud noise until it warmed up. *ak
- Latches/locks/linkages · Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Window gaskets or door water seals are failing on all 4 doors. both front door locks are frozen; both front door handles are beginning to freeze; rear driver door lock and door handle IS beginning to freeze; rear passenger door lock IS beginning to freeze. front passenger door has been frozen to…
Window gaskets or door water seals are failing on all 4 doors. both front door locks are frozen; both front door handles are beginning to freeze; rear driver door lock and door handle IS beginning to freeze; rear passenger door lock IS beginning to freeze. front passenger door has been frozen to the point of not being able to open it from the inside. when door was dismantled extensive rust was found on all components. no work has been done to any doors to my knowledge otherwise. I am very concerned about becoming entrapped in the vehicle if the problem persists. I have lived in the northeast for most of my life and have never experienced this type of problem with any other vehicle. this vehicle IS otherwise in excellent repair, and I have found no reason for the interior door rust other than failed gaskets or seals. please note this vehicle IS a chevrolet, but "metro" IS not listed as a chevrolet option on this site.
- Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner · Power train › Automatic transmission
Problems with transmission and air conditioner.*mr *ts. The air conditioner failed, the switch that went from low speed to high speed contained free play and only worked on high speed, the consumer was told the compressor failed. The consumer believed the was a defect with the transmission to fail at such low mileage. *jb
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
The passenger front and back seat belts did not retract after the buckle was released, the belts hung loose along side. (Lock mechanism broke) dealer has been notified. *ts *jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission fluid leaking at high speed but not at low speed. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information.*ak
- Air bags › Frontal
Head-on impact- airbags failed to deploy-police at scene noted the bags should have deployed - the car was totaled by the impact. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
Bought car in 5/2001 in 9/2001 problem with front rotors had them ground down in 9 & 10 of 2001 still having high speed shuddering problem in april of 2002 went back and had rotors replaced in may of 2002 dealer ship tells me it IS the drums now that are the problem???? still have same problem with car since sept of 2001. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission has been repaired three times to date, but with sub standard results. *Ak
- Structure › Body › Door
The car was parked. I opened the door and the wind took it opening it past it's designed maximun. I was able to reclose the door with one hand, so the wind was not that strong. I feel the damage that occurred was excessive for a safely constructed vehicle. The parts that were designed to give way…
The car was parked. I opened the door and the wind took it opening it past it's designed maximun. I was able to reclose the door with one hand, so the wind was not that strong. I feel the damage that occurred was excessive for a safely constructed vehicle. The parts that were designed to give way and are replaceable did not get damaged. The damage occured to the frame of the vehicle which IS not designed to be replaceable and the parts to repair the damage must be fabricated. Upon viewing the damage it IS evident that there IS a factory defect in this vehicle. This IS not the first factory problem that I have had with this vehicle. At 18,000 miles a new engine was put in the vehicle while it was under warranty. The engine did not function properly from the time I drove it off the lot and the problem was determined to be a defective block, so the entire engine was replaced. Quite honestly I'm afraid to drive the vehicle. If a little wind could be responsible for this much damage, what are my chances of surviving a even a minor impact from the side in this vehicle. I took it to a private body shop and they suggested that I contact chevrolet because of the severity of the damage did not seem consistent with the nature of the incident and the designed integrity of a road worthy vehicle! The car IS sitting in the dealer lot at rydell chevrolet at 18600 devonshire st. In northridge, ca 91324 phone# (818) 832-1695 [xxx] IS my contact. I would appeciate a representative from your organization to come out, view the damage that occured and make an unbiased determination of whether this situation was a result of another factory defect in this vehicle or not. A manufactures rep from chevrolet supposedly evaluated the vehicle and determined that it was not a defect, but I have not been presented with any documentation to that effect and have to assume that his opinion IS a biased one. thank you for you time and consideration in this matter. Sincerely, [xxx]. *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of informat
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
When starting vehicle there IS strong fuel smell which causes occupants to feel sick. *ak the smell comes through the vents. gm said it IS normal all 98,99 and 2000's have this problem. *yh
- Air bags › Frontal
While driving at 45 mph rear ended vehicle in front. Upon impact, driver's and passenger's airbags did not deploy, which did not protect occupants in this crash. please provide further information. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
Excessive wear of brake pads. Dealer/manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that pads were not covered under a warranty. Feel free to provide any further details. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
I believe cracked head engine gasket happened long ago and signs only showed 5/16/2000. *ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch · Power train · Suspension · Suspension › Front › Macpherson strut · Visibility › Glass, side/rear
Vehicle suspension system experiences noise and vibration/pulling, additional problems with uneven wear of the tires, several repair attempts, however no problem found, defective strut and mount replaced on two occasion however did not rectify problems. *mjs
- Tires
Original tires fail prematurely/flat, premature wear showed at 1,500 miles. Yh
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Engine idles high and the vehicle cruises without applying gas. problem has been reported to the dealership and customer service. Consumer was told that the vehicle was designed that way. Please provide any further information. *ak
- Tires · Visibility › Power window devices and controls
The problem with the window was reported yesterday 11/12/1999. I forgot to add that it may not cause safety problems now but months down the line and depending on the temperatures, the seepage of the sealant can cause the seal around the window to be ineffective and ultimately cause water to enter…
The problem with the window was reported yesterday 11/12/1999. I forgot to add that it may not cause safety problems now but months down the line and depending on the temperatures, the seepage of the sealant can cause the seal around the window to be ineffective and ultimately cause water to enter through the cabin area. when that happens it could cause shortage and risk to major components. the problem with the tires are that they showed pre-mature uneven wearing on the outer treads of all tires at approximately 1,500 miles. this wearing can be hazardous during wet driving conditions as the grip of the tires to adhered to the road can be limited. I reported 3 tires/failures because I had to replace one original because of a flat that was unrepairable. *ak( dot number: 284 tire size: p15580r13 )
- Power train · Visibility › Glass, side/rear
The local dealer declined to repair the speedometer. On record reported "no problems found" off the record they told me nothing can be done about it. I feel that by reporting inaccurate speeds because the speedometer needle fluctuates even when going at a constant (same) speed, the driver doesn't…
The local dealer declined to repair the speedometer. On record reported "no problems found" off the record they told me nothing can be done about it. I feel that by reporting inaccurate speeds because the speedometer needle fluctuates even when going at a constant (same) speed, the driver doesn't know the exact speed he/she IS going. the problem with the window for the rear has been repaired 3 times and the sealant (urathane) continues to seep out because of outside temps. the windshield also shows evidence but not as bad as the rear back window. more problems are present with the vehicle but they have not yet cause any safety concerns. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline · Suspension · Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Ongoing / intermittent problem with engine stalling while at slow speed, idling while coming to a stop or driving down a hill. Vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on three occasions, and nothing could be found. Can nhtsa help in this matter. *Ak also there was a grending noise when the vehicle turns right. *yh
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
The fuel hose that connects to the fuel tank was not properly sealed, causing a fuel leak, and may have caused a fire if there was a source of ignition. please provide further information and vin#. *Ak
- Air bags › Frontal · Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
While at a stop a vehicle hit the metro in the rear and the metro went forward hitting another vehicle at a frontal impact, but the driver's and passenger's airbags did not deploy, which did not protect the occupant in this accident. also, during the accident the driver's seatback broke, causing the occupant to fly backward and may have caused injuries. *ak
- Air bags › Frontal
Airbags should not have gone off at such low speed. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10190934Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
- 10190933Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
- 10190932Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
- 10190931Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
- 10082506This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibration concerns.
- 10019200Service engine soon light due to a p0455 diagnostic trouble code - inspect evap purge valve vacuum hose.
- 6092333Some customers may comment that the black plastic housing around the outside rear view mirror turns chalky or IS dull in color.
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