Geo Tracker 1989
Model Tracker made in 1989 by Geo got 10 consumer complains, 4 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, seat belts and structure. Technical service bulletines regarding power train, seat belts. The car had some investigations: seat belts, structure and vehicle speed control. There was one recall concerning seat belts . The car has one 1.6l engine.
Model 1989
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 28/29/28 | 31/37/33 | Regular | $ 509 | 18 | |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | 4WD | 25/26/25 | 28/33/30 | Regular | $ 570 | 18 | |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 28/29/28 | 31/37/33 | Regular | $ 509 | 18 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V103007 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 01/01/1986 to 12/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 466902 | 05/17/1996 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/24/1995 | 05/24/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior; seat belts; belt buckles.vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles equipped with safety belts made by takata corporation.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact chevrolet/geo at 1-800-222-1020. also contact the nationaltraffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| GM577109 | 04/01/1995 | 41082 | Torque converter clutch (tcc) chugle/hunting condition. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||||
| MSG01145 | 05/01/1995 | 43020 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | ||||||
| PE94092 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 12/21/1994 | 04/25/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||
| EA95014 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/25/1995 | 07/28/1995 | SEAT BELT BUCKLES FAILURE | 95V103007 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| STRUCTURE | ||||||
| PE90007 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/19/1989 | 04/30/1990 | WELD FAILURE IN STRUCTURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| EA92001 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/14/1992 | 11/20/1992 | EXHAUST LEAK/FIRES | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| Cracked block which leaked anti-freeze on exhaust manifold choking occupants. transmission casing is identified as improper leaking/spewing fluid. tt | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||
| 05/01/1996 | 1 | 08/01/1989 | |
| Seat belt recall repairs unsatisfactory. | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 06/01/1993 | 1 | ||
| Plastic seat belt buckle release button broke. *dsh | |||
| 12/29/1995 | |||
| Driver and passenger side belt buckle red release button broke. tt | |||
| When driving and come to a stop the driver side seat belt buckle comes loose . tt | |||
| 04/03/1995 | 1 | ||
| Model tk524. red release botton on female portion broke allowing fragments to fall inside buckle. tt | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | |||
| 08/02/1994 | |||
| The drivers side and front passenger seatblet retracter doesn't work. would not occupant in a crash.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - ROOF AND PILLARS | |||
| 06/16/1996 | 1 | 08/04/1989 | |
| While driving one of the roof latches broke and the convertable roof began to fly off. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 12/23/1995 | 2 | 10/05/1994 | |
| Suspension failed, causing vehicle to rollover and roll cage collapsed, resulting in injuries. *ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 09/08/1999 | |||
| The engine would be racing very fast. the rpms are high. the vehicle is fine when first starting up. after getting warmed up & would start to move, that's when engine would race. have taken vehicle to garage to check it out. *ak | |||