Chevrolet Tracker Problems by Year
NHTSA has 408 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet Tracker, across 10 model years (1995–2004). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (109). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Chevrolet Tracker years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Tracker year: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 Tracker: 109 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2001 Tracker: 83 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2003 Tracker: 69 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1995 Tracker: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1997 Tracker: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1996 Tracker: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Chevrolet Tracker problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 99 | 6 | 9 |
| Structure | 84 | 8 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 47 | 8 | 41 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 45 | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 6 | 1 |
| Steering | 35 | 8 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 34 | 7 | 7 |
| Power Train | 32 | 8 | 1 |
| Visibility | 30 | 5 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 18 | 6 | 8 |
| Tires | 14 | 8 | 2 |
| Equipment | 13 | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 6 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 4 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Wheels | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Engine | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Chevrolet Tracker model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Tracker | 15 | 0 | — | Suspension | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2003 Tracker | 69 | 0 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2002 Tracker | 59 | 0 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2001 Tracker | 83 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2000 Tracker | 109 | 0 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1999 Tracker | 49 | 0 | — | Structure | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1998 Tracker | 10 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 1997 Tracker | 4 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 1996 Tracker | 7 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1995 Tracker | 3 | 0 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Tracker years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1999 (49), 2000 (109), 2001 (83), 2002 (59), 2003 (69) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Tracker year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Chevrolet Tracker?
Suspension, with 99 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Tracker have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.