2005 Chevrolet SSR Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other SSR years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Chevrolet SSR. That is the most of any SSR model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is latches/locks/linkages (12 complaints, 39%), typically at around 10,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 31owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Chevrolet SSR problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkages | 12 | 39% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 19% | 38,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 5 | 16% | 24,233 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 13% | 44,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 6% | 4,750 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 6% | 44,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 6% | 64,345 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 3% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 3% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 3% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Chevrolet SSR recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Chevrolet SSR.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Loss of Headlights (RQ17002) — opened Apr 24, 2017, closed Mar 29, 2021.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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! Why if gm knew they were junk , are they not making replacments? This is there fault. There are no aftermarket…
Fuel gage reads way pass full
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet ssr. While the vehicle was parked, it failed to turn off without warning after numerous attempts. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 58,000. ..updated 03/16/16 *bf the consumer…
Po463 code indicating fuel level sensor comes on then check engine light comes on. The fuel gauge will go to empty and back to full or existing fuel level. This occurs when vehicle is moving or stationary, with the engine running. Purchased from chevrolet dealer on 05/26/2015 (third owner), and…
The engine rattles at any rpm. Check engine light p0430 indicates failed catalytic converter (gm dealer verified). First time it happened was at 15000 miles in 2011, happened again now in 2014 at 47000 miles. When replaced at 15000 miles, it was covered under federal warranty 8yr/80000miles. Now…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet SSR?
Owners most often report latches/locks/linkages, electrical system, structure problems. The top one, latches/locks/linkages, accounts for 12 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Chevrolet SSR?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2005 Chevrolet SSR a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SSR model years, the 2005 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.