2005 Chevrolet SSR
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
39% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 12 distinct reports on file.
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2004 CHEVROLET SSR DRIVER SIDE DOOR HANDLE. BROKE, WILL NOT OPEN DOOR. *NM
NHTSA ODI report, 20051017
INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES FAIL TO OPEN DOOR. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20051015
16% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
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CAR STARTED SFIFTING ON ITS OWN WHILE IN MOTION. WAS TOLD TO REPLACE THE TCM. THE ONLY THING I COULD DO IS TO BUY A USED ONE. I WAS TOLD MINE WAS A 1 YEAR BUILD MODEL. VERY HARD TO FIND!
NHTSA ODI report, 20210309
ENGINE OVER HEATS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, SPEEDOMETER CLUSTER MALFUNCTIONS, CENTER SWITCHES MALFUNCTION, CENTER SWITCH FAILURES. FUEL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, FUEL SYSTEM DELIVERY SYSTEM MAKE VEHICLE STALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20131222
10% of complaints: power train — 3 distinct reports on file.
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ENGINE OVER HEATS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, SPEEDOMETER CLUSTER MALFUNCTIONS, CENTER SWITCHES MALFUNCTION, CENTER SWITCH FAILURES. FUEL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, FUEL SYSTEM DELIVERY SYSTEM MAKE VEHICLE STALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20131222
6% of complaints: structure — 2 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: structure — 2 distinct reports on file.
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ENGINE OVER HEATS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, SPEEDOMETER CLUSTER MALFUNCTIONS, CENTER SWITCHES MALFUNCTION, CENTER SWITCH FAILURES. FUEL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, FUEL SYSTEM DELIVERY SYSTEM MAKE VEHICLE STALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20131222
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Loss of Headlights
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Chevrolet SSR — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2005 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 2005 Chevrolet SSR?
The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 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.