1995 Geo Metro: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1995 Geo Metro: 1 recall, 109 owner complaints and up to 40 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #94V213000 · 1994 · 435 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: If this occurs, a wheel could separate from the vehicle, and a crash could occur without prior warning.
The fix: Replace rear brake drums.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 36 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (29): the most common themes are fails to deploy (17).
- Body & structure (15): the most common themes are door / lock issues (13).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (12): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (4).
- Latches & locks (10): the most common themes are door / lock issues (10).
The 1995 Geo Metro has 109 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 12 Metro model years for complaints (2.2× the average Metro year). Complaints peaked in 1995 (38 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 108,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1994 (68 complaints, 0 recalls), 1996 (88 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 L 3-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 37 | 44 | 40 | Regular |
| 1.3 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 | 39 | 35 | Regular |
| 1.3 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 31 | 28 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1995 Geo Metro have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1995 Geo Metro. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1995 Geo Metro problems?
Owners have filed 109 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (29), body & structure (15), brakes (hydraulic) (12).
What gas mileage does the 1995 Geo Metro get?
EPA ratings run up to 40 mpg combined (1.0 L, Manual 5-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1995 Geo Metro repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.