Chevrolet SS complaints by model year
102 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| 2015 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| 2014 | 51 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2014–2017. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 41 | 6 | 12 | 3 |
| Seat belts | 4 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Air bags | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Unknown or other | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Chevrolet SS recalls (12)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one SS model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V676000 | Oct 9, 2025 | Blown Fuel Pump Fuse | 2017 | 18.6% |
| 20V638000 | Oct 15, 2020 | Driver's Seat Belt Tensioner Cable May Separate | 2014, 2015, 2016 | 65.9% |
| 20V254000 | May 7, 2020 | Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist | 2015, 2016 | 85.2% |
| 19V801000 | Nov 7, 2019 | Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist | 2014, 2015, 2016 | 67% |
| 18V551000 | Aug 21, 2018 | Ignition Switch may Turn Off | 2017 | 62% |
| 17V437000 | Jul 10, 2017 | Frontal Air Bags May Not Deploy | 2014, 2015, 2016 | 84.4% |
| 17V382000 | Jun 15, 2017 | Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist | 2014, 2015, 2016 | 81.8% |
| 16V651000 | Sep 8, 2016 | Frontal Air Bags May Not Deploy | 2014, 2015, 2016 | 90.3% |
| 16V518000 | Jul 8, 2016 | Driver's Seat Belt Tensioner Cable May Separate | 2014, 2015, 2016 | 85.5% |
| 15V636000 | Oct 9, 2015 | Seat Position Identifier may have been Omitted | 2014 | 95.7% |
| 14V446000 | Jul 23, 2014 | Front Seats may not Remain Anchored in Vehicle | 2014 | 95% |
| 14V375000 | Jun 27, 2014 | Windshield Wipers may become Inoperative | 2014 | 85.2% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Chevrolet SS FAQ
How many recalls has the Chevrolet SS had?
NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns that cover at least one Chevrolet SS model year from 2014 to 2017. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Chevrolet SS year has the most complaints?
Among the last 4 model years with settled counts, the 2014 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (51) and the 2017 the fewest (10). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Chevrolet SS problems?
Across the 2014–2017 model years, owners most often name the steering, seat belts, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Chevrolet SS get?
EPA rates the 2017 Chevrolet SS at 16 to 17 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.