2005 Chevrolet Ssr problems, complaints & recalls

2021-03-09 · Electrical System · 30,000 mi

“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 ones. also, i was told i need a fuse block. also …”

2016-02-25 · Electrical System · 58,000 mi

“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 stated the engine and radio would not turn off, aft…”

2016-02-16 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 62,689 mi

“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 malfunction happened the same day, and the dealer woul…”

2014-08-04 · Power Train · 15,000 mi

“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 th…”

2014-04-14 · Electrical System · 17,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet ssr. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was able to be restarted after several attempts. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the ignition switch however, the failure recurred twenty times over a period of four months. the…”

2013-12-22 · Service Brakes · 74,000 mi

“transmission gears hard to engage. abs lights on, fuel system malfunctions with on board computer system malfunctions. also door panel lock will not open doors. catalytic converter malfunctioning. *tr…”

2013-12-22 · Structure:body · 74,000 mi

“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. rear transmission seal leaks, clutch release spring spring out. abs lights, oil lights & engine over heating lights comes on, transmission…”

2011-11-16 · Structure:body · 24,233 mi

“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. *tr…”

2011-08-16 · Structure:body:door:hinge And Attachments · 34,433 mi

“driver's inside door handle broke. driver was able to exit by using door unlock function on keyfob, lowering window and reaching outside to open door. this worked for several weeks while i tried to work with the manufacturer to have them replace the defective door handle. now the locking mechanism will not allow even this method of exit. contacted…”

2011-04-22 · Electrical System · 47,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet ssr. the contact stated that the speedometer provided an inaccurate reading that the vehicle was traveling 60 mph while sitting idle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 47,000.…”