Complaints
37
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2004 Chevrolet Ssr Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#17 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:36,837 mi
#26 complaints
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
Avg mileage:21,783 mi
#34 complaints
Structure:Body:Hood:Hinge And Attachments
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Chevrolet Ssr.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | — | 36,837 mi | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 6 | — | — | 21,783 mi | |
| Structure:Body:Hood:Hinge And Attachments | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — |
Electrical Faults
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
36,837
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
21,783
Structure:Body:Hood:Hinge And Attachments
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Instrument Cluster
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2004 Chevrolet Ssr — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2004 Chevrolet Ssr reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2004 Chevrolet Ssr has 37 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2004 Chevrolet Ssr?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (7 complaints, avg 36,837 mi); Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch (6 complaints, avg 21,783 mi); Structure:Body:Hood:Hinge And Attachments (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2004 Chevrolet Ssr?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 29,889 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2004 Chevrolet Ssr?
NHTSA complaints for the 2004 Chevrolet Ssr include 0 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2004 Chevrolet Ssr have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2004 Chevrolet Ssr as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2004 Chevrolet Ssr?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Ssr reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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