MYRModel Year Report

2005 Chevrolet SSR

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2005 Chevrolet SSR
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:37:57.949Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
31
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Latches/locks/linkages

39% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 10 complaints 2003 2004: 28 complaints 2004 2005: 31 complaints 2005 31 2006: 5 complaints 2006
2003: 10 complaints 2003 2004: 28 complaints 2004 2005: 31 complaints 2005 31 2006: 5 complaints 2006
2003: 10 complaints 2003 2004: 28 complaints 2004 2005: 31 complaints 2005 31 2006: 5 complaints 2006

2005: 31 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200310
200428
200531
20065

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Latches/locks/linkages

39% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing latch.

Show complaint excerpts

2004 Chevrolet SSR driver side door handle. Broke, will not open door.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-10-17

Interior door handles fail to open door.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-10-15

Electrical system

19% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

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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, 2021-03-09

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, 2013-12-22

Also filed under Structure and power train

Structure

19% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing hinge and attachments and body.

Power train

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing driveshaft.

Fuel/propulsion system

6% · 2 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Fuel gage reads way pass full

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-14

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2017-04-24Recall queryClosed 2021-03-29 Loss of Headlights

Buy-smart checklist

2005 Chevrolet SSR — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Latches/locks/linkages: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 6 reports on file for this year.
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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, 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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.