2003 Chevrolet SSR
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.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 5 |
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, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.
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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, 2004-08-16
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, 2004-08-08
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, 2004-02-23
Electrical system
3 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing switch.
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Possibly the ignition switch. Brand new batteries cannot hold a charge. Mechanic cannot find the problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-15
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-14
Latches/locks/linkages
1 of 10 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2017-04-24Recall queryClosed 2021-03-29 Loss of Headlights
Buy-smart checklist
2003 Chevrolet SSR — pre-purchase inspection
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- Structure: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.
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, 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.