1996 Geo Metro vs 1996 Honda Civic
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Geo Metro | 1996 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 88 | 305 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 14 | 125 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 28 | 67 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–40 | 27–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 100,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Geo Metro | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 28 | 70 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 52 |
| Visibility | 6 | 34 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 27 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 31 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 17 |
| Power Train | 4 | 25 |
| Structure | 3 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 8 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 20 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
1996 Geo Metro
1996 Honda Civic
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.