Chevrolet SSRModel year report

2005 Chevrolet SSR Problems

Complaints: 31filed with NHTSA
Median mileage: 12,000miles, 27 complaints with mileage
Recalls: 0campaigns on record
Trend: FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA crash rating: —overall rating starts with 2011 models
EPA fuel economy: 15 mpgcombined, 6.0L 8-cyl RWD · 14 city / 18 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 Chevrolet SSR (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 31 consumer complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet SSR. The part named most often is latches, locks and linkages, with 12 complaints (39% of the total), followed by electrical system (6) and body and structure (5). 27 of the complaints include a mileage, and 78% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 12,000 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 549 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 105 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Tires (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).

Example complaints

Latches, locks and linkages: “Inside driver's side door handle broke 5/2006. No replacement available until 8/31/06, and according to the dealer no other way to repair. My concern? First, I cannot open the door once I get inside and second, if there should be a fire, there is no way I will ever get out. This vehicle, for those reasons, is unusable for 3 months.”

NHTSA complaint #10160414, filed 2006-06, 12,000 miles

Electrical system: “Speedometer cluster on my 2005 Chevrolet SSR malfunctioned. Dealer and GM service refused to fix it under extended warranty. I also have a 2003 avalanche that had same problem and dealer did fix it. I don't know how fast I am going as the speedometer reads 80 MPH when I am at a stop sign.”

NHTSA complaint #10330949, filed 2010-05, 10,579 miles

Body and structure: “My 2005 SSR drivers inside door handle failed. Unable to open door from inside. From what I hear this has been a common problem on these vehicles. Unable to locate parts and a long wait if they are found. Seems to be a safety problem when I can't get out of my vehicle.”

NHTSA complaint #10436029, filed 2011-11, 24,233 miles

Transmission and drivetrain: “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 Chevrolet refuses to cover the cost ($1600 for the part, est. $300 in labor). Dealership manager offered to do all the work under a $500 'customer deductible'. I accepted the offer and was told the part is on back order. …”

NHTSA complaint #10618724, filed 2014-08, 15,000 miles

Mileage when problems were reported

78% of the 27 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 8,000 and 47,000 miles.

Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (27 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 12,000 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.

Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 2005 Chevrolet SSR version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

Version	Engine	Transmission	City	Hwy	Comb.	Fuel / yr
SSR Pickup 2WD	6.0L 8-cyl	4-speed automatic	14	18	15	$5,500
SSR Pickup 2WD	6.0L 8-cyl	6-speed manual	12	19	14	$5,850

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2005 Chevrolet SSR in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 549 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

11020816Jul 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
11019074May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
11019073May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
11019072May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
11014455Feb 20, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get…
11009156Oct 25, 2024Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester…
11007744Sep 12, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical…
11007743Sep 12, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical…
11008956Sep 9, 2024Other or unknown. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
11007208Sep 6, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires…

See all 549 bulletins →

Other model years of the Chevrolet SSR

Year	Complaints	Median mi	Recalls	Crash ★	MPG	Score (50 = typical)	Trend
2006	5	35,000	1	—	15	—	Not enough data
2005	31	12,000	0	—	15	Not compared (before 2008)	Falling
2004	28	15,320	0	—	16	Not compared (before 2008)	Falling
2003	10	2,525	0	—	15	—	Not enough data

All Chevrolet SSR model years

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 Chevrolet SSR have?

NHTSA recorded 31 consumer complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet SSR as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2005 Chevrolet SSR is reported most often?

Latches, locks and linkages is named most often, in 12 complaints (39% of the total), followed by electrical system with 6.

Has the 2005 Chevrolet SSR been recalled?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Chevrolet SSR get?

The EPA rates the 2005 Chevrolet SSR (SSR Pickup 2WD, 6.0L 8-cyl) at 15 mpg combined, 14 city and 18 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,500 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 2005 Chevrolet SSR reported?

Among the 27 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 12,000 miles and the middle half falls between 8,000 and 47,000 miles; 78% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.