Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1994 Geo Tracker. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗GM/STEERING:WHEEL AND COLUMN
- Summary
- THE STEERING WHEEL CENTER HUB TO SPOKE WELD CAN FRACTURE.
- Consequence
- THIS CONDITION WILL ALLOW THE STEERING WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING COLUMN INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING WHEEL FOR THE SUSPECT STEERING WHEEL LOT DATE CODE AND REPLACE ANY FOUND TO HAVE THIS SUSPECT DATE.
SUSPENSION:SINGLE AXLE:REAR
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WELDS OF THE REAR AXLE ASSEMBLIES ON INVOLVED VEHICLES AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE COMPLETE REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY.
STEERING:GEAR:SHAFT LOWER FLEXIBLE PINION
- Summary
- THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A LOWER STEERING SHAFT THAT CAN SEPARATE DUE TO A MISLOCATED WELD.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING SHAFT AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY.
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Owner complaints (48)
48 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The structure is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 48 |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 18 | 37.5% |
| Power train | 5 | 10.4% |
| Suspension | 5 | 10.4% |
| Seat belts | 4 | 8.3% |
| Seats | 4 | 8.3% |
| Electrical system | 3 | 6.3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 6.3% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 6.3% |
| Steering | 3 | 6.3% |
| Visibility | 2 | 4.2% |
How 1994 compares with other Tracker years
Best and worst Tracker years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 25 | 1 |
| 1991 | 18 | 1 |
| 1992 | 19 | 0 |
| 1993 | 24 | 1 |
| 1994 | 48 | 3 |
| 1995 | 64 | 0 |
| 1996 | 71 | 1 |
| 1997 | 25 | 0 |
| 1998 | 18 | 0 |
| 1999 | 22 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 23 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 386 g/mi
- EPA class
- Special Purpose Vehicles
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 23 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 / 24 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 24 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 24 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 24 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 24 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 24 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 22 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 22 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 22 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 22 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 22 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 22 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1994 Tracker for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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1994 Geo Tracker FAQ
How many recalls does the 1994 Geo Tracker have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 96V118000 (steering), 94V073001 (suspension), 94V016000 (steering). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1994 Geo Tracker problems?
Owners filed 48 complaints with NHTSA. Structure (18), Power train (5), Suspension (5) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1994 Geo Tracker get?
EPA rates the 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 22 city, 24 highway and 23 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1994 Tracker compare with other years?
Among the 1990–1999 Geo Tracker model years at least five years old, the 1991 drew the fewest complaints (18) and the 1996 the most (71). The 1994 drew 48. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.