MYRModel Year Report

2003 Chevrolet SSR

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2003 Chevrolet SSR
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:27:29.242Z

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet SSR Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 2003: 10 complaints 2003 2004: 28 complaints 2004 2005: 31 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2006
2003: 10 complaints
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YearComplaints
200310
200428
200531
20065

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

7 of 10 total reports mention: structure.

INJURY
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HOOD PROP ON MY 2003 CHEVROLET SSR IS POORLY DESIGNED IN AN ALREADY BENT CONFIGURATION TO HOLD UP AN EXCEEDINGLY HEAVY HOOD. THE 2005 MODEL YEAR WILL HAVE GAS-FILLED STRUTS TO HOLD UP THE HOOD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040816

HOOD PROP ROD IS TOO FLIMSY TO HOLD THE HEAVY HOOD UP(IN THE OPEN POSITION). MY PRO ROD COLLAPSED(BENT) WHILE MY HOOD WAS BEING HELD OPEN. FORTUNATELY I WAS NOT "UNDER THE HOOD" WHEN IT FELL OR I WOULD HAVE BEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED OR WORSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040808

HOOD PROP FOR THE 2003 CHEVROLET SSR IS FAR TOO WEAK AND POORLY DESIGNED. THE HOOD IS MUCH HEAVIER THAN THIS PROP (WITH ITS CURVED SHAPE TO FIT UNDER THE HOOD) IS ABLE TO TAKE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040223

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system.

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POSSIBLY THE IGNITION SWITCH. BRAND NEW BATTERIES CANNOT HOLD A CHARGE. MECHANIC CANNOT FIND THE PROBLEM. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20141215

WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AT 60MPH, ENGINE CUT OUT AND LOST ALL POWER. HAD TO COAST TO SHOULDER IN TRAFFIC CREATING DANGEROUS SITUATION. DIAGNOSED AS FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20140314

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 of 10 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 10 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AT 60MPH, ENGINE CUT OUT AND LOST ALL POWER. HAD TO COAST TO SHOULDER IN TRAFFIC CREATING DANGEROUS SITUATION. DIAGNOSED AS FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20140314

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20170424 — RQ (closed 20210329)

Loss of Headlights

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Chevrolet SSR — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Chevrolet SSR reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Chevrolet SSR?

The most-reported component is structure:body:hood:hinge and attachments, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Chevrolet SSR have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.