2001 Geo Metro recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2001 Geo Metro, but owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

2 / 0

Injuries / deaths

2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Geo Metro vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Geo Metro problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Visibility	3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Power Train	1
Equipment	1
Air Bags	1

Most reported parts

Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Rear Window — 3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components — 1
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 1
Air Bags › Frontal — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Geo Metro complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Jun 16, 2005

Dt: a 2001, geo, metro. Contact's vehicle was involved in an accident, it was hit in the rear. Upon impact, air bags did not deploy. Vehicle was totaled.

Equipment · reported May 31, 2004

I bought a 2001 chevrolet metro for my daughter in june of 2002 with a 3 year or 35,000 mile warranty carrying forward with the purchase. At the time the odometer read 33,374. The air conditioner did not work in june of 2003 and the compressor had to be replaced with a bill of $1,156.63. The car mileage was slighly over 35,000 so was out of warranty. On may 8, 2004 (Less than 1 year later), the air conditioner does not work again. The compressor is fine but now there are leaks at two lines high and low. The price to fix this problem is $750. This car is only four years old and has already had…

Power Train · reported Oct 29, 2003

The vehicle started off in third gear. The dealer did not specify what components of the automatic transmission had to be replaced. Also, rear defroster stopped operating, causing poor visibility to the driver.

Visibility · reported Jun 20, 2003

Vehicle did not have rear defroster. Manufacturer was contacted, consumer was told that was the way the vehicle was manufactured.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported Nov 9, 2000

Consumer was traveling about 65mph on highway and another vehicle cut him off. Consumer applied brakes to slow down, and lost control of vehicle. Then, he hit center divider. He was injured slighly. He will contact manufacturer.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Geo Metro have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 Geo Metro as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Geo Metro?

Owners report visibility problems most often (3 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (1).

Are Geo recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Geo dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.