Most common 2001 Geo Metro problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Geo Metro complaints by model year
Best Metro years: 2001, 2000, 1999. Years to avoid: 1995, 1996, 1997. Compare all years →
What 2001 Geo Metro owners say
A/C & heater
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 two problems with the air conditioner. When the compressor was replaced in 2003, the mechanic stated that he was starting to see Chevy metros with this problem and was surprised that a recall had not been made.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2001 Geo Metro a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2001 Metro rates better than average: 84% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Metro at the same age. It is one of the best Metro years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Geo Metro?
The a/c & heater — 4 complaints, 67% of all complaints for this model year, most often about defroster/defogger/hvac system › rear window. Next are the brakes (1) and transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 Geo Metro have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Geo Metro. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Geo Metro?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2001, 2000 and 1999. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1995, 1996 and 1997. See the full Geo Metro years comparison.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.