2000 Chevrolet Tracker recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 2000 Chevrolet Tracker and 109 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is suspension (39 reports), followed by structure (28). NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations that include this vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.
2000 Chevrolet Tracker problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 39 | 2 | 0 | 4 | |
| Structure | 28 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Visibility | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Air Bags | 10 | 8 | 0 | 6 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Steering | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| Power Train | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Equipment | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Tires | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
NHTSA investigations
Latest owner complaints
Suspension · Mar 8, 2021 · 148,000 miles · OH
While driving on highway had to brake steering wheel violent went left if anyone had of been in other lane I would have hit them head on. I thought the brake caliper was locking up. So I went to part store bought a nw one($92) took it to a garage of a man I knew. He put it on lift to change caliper he noticed control arm complete ly rusted out on cross frame..there was also a…
Suspension · Dec 31, 2018 · 71,000 miles · FL
Subframe rusted out upon research it appears this was an ongoing complaint about this model car pulled to right when braking lots of shaking too . Why have there been no recalls ?
Service Brakes · Aug 18, 2017 · 174,800 miles · MA
I purchased the tracker 6 days ago and the brake lines broke 5 days after purchase. I was driving home from work at 5PM on thursday 8/17/17 and left one stop light to drive up a hill to another stop light. The brake lines broke while driving in third gear at 25mph as I was decreasing my speed to stop at the second light. My car should not have passed inspection but it did and…
Suspension · Nov 2, 2015 · 106,000 miles · OH
While driving approximately 35 miles per hour on a rural road, there was a loud bang from the front of the car, immediately followed by shaking, rattling and a swerve to the right. The car was driven to a local auto shop where an inspection revealed that the front suspension cross member had snapped in half, due to extensive corrosion damage. The mechanic then told me that…
Suspension · Mar 31, 2015 · 156,000 miles · OH
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet tracker. While driving at an unknown speed, the front end of the vehicle shook violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. After inspecting the vehicle, the technician diagnosed that the front passenger side cross member was rusted and fractured. As a result, the cross member needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
Structure · Aug 18, 2014 · 107,000 miles · IN
Frame has rusted through serious safety issue where tire is about to sink in. *tr
Suspension · Aug 18, 2014 · 107,000 miles · IN
Frame has rusted through serious safety issue where tire is about to sink in. *tr
Suspension · Jul 16, 2013 · 114,000 miles · PA
I recently had my 2000 chevy tracker 4DR in for pennsylvanias state inspection and at that time my mechanic told me the suspension bar is rotting away from the frame. I have looked online and have seen many complaints and which states that GM had extended a special warranty program for this issue in the snow/salt states. I bought this vehicle used and feel this problem is a…
Suspension · Dec 1, 2012 · 143,000 miles · IA
Front suspension crossmember rusted through , with out worning all most causing me to lose control of the vehicle. Thank goodness I wasn't going 60 MPH , this is a very dangerous defect !! *tr
Structure · Jun 12, 2012 · 85,000 miles · OH
Front suspension cross-member of my 2000 chevrolet tracker has corroded through the heavy gauge metal adjacent to a support bolt and risks affecting the structural integrity of the vehicle. This is a heavy gauge structural member that should not have rusted through. Severe rust-through is the result of improper metal surface treatment by the manufacturer and needs to be…
Suspension · Jun 12, 2012 · 85,000 miles · OH
Front suspension cross-member of my 2000 chevrolet tracker has corroded through the heavy gauge metal adjacent to a support bolt and risks affecting the structural integrity of the vehicle. This is a heavy gauge structural member that should not have rusted through. Severe rust-through is the result of improper metal surface treatment by the manufacturer and needs to be…
Steering · Jun 12, 2012 · 85,000 miles · OH
Front suspension cross-member of my 2000 chevrolet tracker has corroded through the heavy gauge metal adjacent to a support bolt and risks affecting the structural integrity of the vehicle. This is a heavy gauge structural member that should not have rusted through. Severe rust-through is the result of improper metal surface treatment by the manufacturer and needs to be…
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Chevrolet Tracker have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 2000 Chevrolet Tracker in NHTSA's recall database. Recalls can still be issued later, so check again by VIN before buying.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Tracker?
Based on 109 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are suspension (39), structure (28), electrical system (14).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2000 Chevrolet Tracker?
Owners reported 12 crashes, 0 fires, 18 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.
Is NHTSA investigating the 2000 Chevrolet Tracker?
NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations that include this vehicle, most recently EA06018: Front suspension crossmember corrosion.