1995 Geo Metro
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 34 of 109 complaints (31%) mention it.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 | vs. 1995 Subcompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,550–2,250 | 1,550–2,250 | 1,550–2,250 | |
| Combined MPG | 28–40 | 28–40 | 28–40 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 26–37 / 31–44 | 26–37 / 31–44 | 26–37 / 31–44 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 222–317 | 222–317 | 222–317 | |
| Complaints filed | 109 | 88 | 63 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 44 | 28 | 13 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 5 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 37 | 26 | 12 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 1995 Geo Metro have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 1995 Geo Metro?
Airbags & Restraints: 34 of 109 NHTSA complaints (31%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 1995 Geo Metro get?
EPA rates it 28–40 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1995 Geo Metro?
EPA estimates $1,550–$2,250 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 5-spd | 3 | 1.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 37 mpg (high) | 44 mpg (high) | 40 mpg (high) | $1,550 (low) | 222 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 3-spd | 4 | 1.3L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 26 mpg (low) | 31 mpg (low) | 28 mpg (low) | $2,250 (high) | 317 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.3L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 33 mpg | 39 mpg | 35 mpg | $1,800 | 254 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 13 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 9 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 34 | 29 | 0 | 26 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 31 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM · Campaign 94V213000 · Nov 2, 1994
Defect: THE REAR BRAKE DRUMS WERE NOT CORRECTLY MACHINED. AS THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN, LOSS OF WHEEL CLAMP LOAD CAN RESULT FROM THIS CONDITION. ONCE CLAMP LOAD IS LOST, ALL TIRE LOADS ARE DIRECTLY TAKEN BY THE WHEEL STUDS. THIS LOADING CAN CAUSE FATIGUE FAILURE OF THE WHEEL STUDS.
Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, A WHEEL COULD SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE, AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy: REPLACE REAR BRAKE DRUMS.