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1996 Geo Metro

Owners have filed 116 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Geo Metro. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 25% of complaints. After that come electrical system (12%) and brakes (8%).

At a glance

Complaints
116 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 25% of complaints
Fuel economy
28 to 40 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 116 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Geo Metro. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 25% of complaints. After that come electrical system (12%) and brakes (8%).

  • Air bags 25%
  • Electrical system 12%
  • Brakes 8%
  • Seats 8%
  • Engine 6%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1996 Geo Metro

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 3 versions of the 1996 Geo Metro. Combined fuel economy ranges from 28 to 40 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 37 city / 44 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Metro