2003 Chevrolet Ssr recalls and problems

The 2003 Chevrolet Ssr has 0 recalls and 10 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is structure.

2004 Chevrolet Ssr
Pictured: a 2004 model; the 2003 may differ in details. Photo: 2004 Chevrolet Ssr by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
How the 2003 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Low complaint count among 4 Ssr model years — 3rd most.

0recalls
10complaints
0crashes
0fires
1injuries
2,525median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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0 recalls

No recall campaigns on file.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Structure7
Electrical System2
Latches/locks/linkages1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

NHTSA investigations

Loss of Headlights

RQ17002 · opened Apr 24, 2017 · closed Mar 29, 2021
Summary

The subject vehicles are model year (MY) 2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2004-2007 Buick Rainier, 2003-2008 Isuzu Ascender, 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X, 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003-2006 Chevrolet SSR, 2005-2009 Buick Lacrosse, and 2006-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. This scope includes the Trailblazer/Envoy variants: 2002-2006 Envoy XL/Trailblazer EXT and 2004-2005 Envoy XUV. The original scope of this investigation was expanded to include all vehicles equipped with the subject Headlight Driver Module (HDM). The focus of the investigation was to determine whether actions performed by General Motors adequately addressed any unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety in the subject vehicles concerning the headlights and the HDM that controls them.Under normal electrical load and environmental conditions, the HDM can overheat inside the Underhood Electrical Center (UEC). This can cause the module to fail and result in a simultaneous loss of both low beam headlights and both daytime running lights (DRLs), often with no warning or prior detectability to the driver. This failure can be intermittent or permanent. No other exterior lights are affected. High beams, turn signals, brake lights, and reverse lights are still operational.General Motors addressed this issue with 2 recalls (14V755 & 15V519) and a special coverage program (N172091910). In view of the recalls and special coverage program implemented by GM and the vehicle high beams continuing to operate, ODI has tentativel…

2003 vs. other Chevrolet Ssr years

2003: 10 complaints20032004: 28 complaints20042005: 31 complaints2005312006: 5 complaints20065

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2003. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2003 Chevrolet Ssr have recalls?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2003 Chevrolet Ssr. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Chevrolet Ssr?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention structure (7), electrical system (2), latches/locks/linkages (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.