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#BS-1999-GEOTRA-3751

1999 Geo TrackerProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 36 owners and 3 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
36
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Recalls
3
TSBs
11
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Preliminary Verdict

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Based on 36 complaints, 4 crashes, 0 fires, and 3 recalls.

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasolineHIGH

3 owners reported engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline issues — failures commonly reported around 63K miles.

!Inspect the Power Train:clutch AssemblyMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline (3 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

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Buyer Lot Checklist

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Where the complaints fall

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline3 (8%)
Power Train:clutch Assembly3 (8%)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip3 (8%)
Suspension:front3 (8%)
Air Bags:frontal2 (6%)
Electrical System:wiring:fuses And Circuit Breakers2 (6%)
Other2 (6%)
Electrical System:ignition:module1 (3%)

1999 Geo Tracker: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline Issues

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 1999 Geo Tracker, with 3 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 63,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 63K-mile mark.

Power Train:clutch Assembly Issues

Power Train:clutch Assembly complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 1999 Geo Tracker, with 3 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to power train:clutch assembly-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip Issues

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 1999 Geo Tracker, with 3 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Suspension:front Issues

Suspension:front complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 1999 Geo Tracker, with 3 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to suspension:front-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

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Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 1999 Geo Tracker. Recent trend: stable.

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Recall History (3 recalls)

98V324001Dec 1998

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE COUPLING THAT CONNECTS THE STEERING COLUMN SHAFT TO THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT IS CRACKED. THIS COULD ALLOW THE STEERING SHAFTS TO SEPARATE.

98V329000Dec 1998

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLE. THE WINDSHIELD MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED AND MAY NOT MEET THE WINDSHIELD RETENTION DURING A FRONTAL IMPACT REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 212, "WINDSHIELD MOUNTING."

99V273001Oct 1999

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN INOPERATIVE BRAKE LAMP-ACTUATING SWITCH. IF THE BRAKE LAMP-ACTUATING SWITCH DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, THE BRAKE LIGHTS MAY BE INOPERATIVE. ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE, A FAILURE IN THE BRAKE LAMP-ACTUATING SWITCH MAY ALSO PREVENT SHIFTING OUT OF PARK. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

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The worst model year for the Geo Tracker is the 1994 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 36 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 3 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026.

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1999 Geo Tracker: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 1999 Geo Tracker?
The most commonly reported issue with the 1999 Geo Tracker is related to the engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, with 3 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 1999 Geo Tracker reliable?
The 1999 Geo Tracker has 36 complaints, 4 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 1999 Geo Tracker problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 1999 Geo Tracker have any recalls?
Yes, the 1999 Geo Tracker has 3 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Geo Tracker problems start?
Based on 4 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 63,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 30–60K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 1999 Geo Tracker data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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