2004 Chevrolet Ssr problems
The Chevrolet SSR (Super Sport Roadster) is a retro-styled retractable hardtop convertible pickup truck manufactured by Chevrolet between 2003 and 2006.
The 2003 and 2004 model years used General Motors' 5.3 L 300 hp Vortec 5300 V8. Performance was 7.7 seconds for 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) with a 15.9 second 1⁄4 mile (402.3 m) run at 86.4 mph (139.0 km/h). The 2005 SSR used the 390 hp (291 kW) LS2 V8 also found in the C6 Corvette, Trailblazer SS, and Pontiac GTO, and also offered a manual transmission option, the six-speed Tremec, for the first time.
For the 2005 model year, the LS2 engine featured minor modifications that boosted its output to 390 hp (395–400 for 2006), respectively. Performance improved dramatically with the LS2; the 6-speed manual version had an advertised 0–60 mph (97 km/h) time of 5.29 seconds. In addition, GM badges were added to the vehicle.
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Common 2004 Chevrolet Ssr problems
The Chevrolet SSR, a unique convertible/hardtop vehicle introduced in 2004, is known for its distinctive design and features. However, like any vehicle, it has its share of problems and issues that potential buyers should be aware of.
One common problem with the SSR is electrical issues. Owners have reported problems with windows leaking and electrical issues related to spark plugs and injectors. These issues can affect the overall functionality and reliability of the vehicle.
Another issue reported by owners is the clutch pedal problem. This problem can make it difficult to shift gears and can affect the overall driving experience.
Additionally, some owners have reported problems with the fuel system and intake leaks. These issues can affect the performance and fuel efficiency of the vehicle and may require costly repairs.
Water leaks are another common problem with the SSR. These leaks can occur in various parts of the vehicle, including the doors and windows, and can affect the comfort and functionality of the vehicle.
Finally, some owners have reported that the SSR has trouble returning above 6000rpm. This problem can affect the performance and power of the vehicle and may require costly repairs.
In summary, the Chevrolet SSR, while a unique and stylish vehicle, has its share of common problems and issues. Potential buyers should be aware of these issues and consider them when making a purchasing decision.
Why did the Chevy SSR fail?
The Chevy SSR was expensive
Because of the expensive price tag, most consumers were not willing to take the risk on an experimental car when they could get better-performing cars with proven track records from competitors at the same price or less.
What is the value of a 2004 SSR?
The value of a used 2004 Chevrolet SSR ranges from $4,698 to $9,270, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
What was the best year for the SSR?
Naturally, the 2005 and 2006 LS2-powered SSR is the most desirable, and factor in an extra 5 grand for the roughly 2,200 SSRs built with a 6-speed.
How many SSR were made in 2004?
Production numbers for the SSR peaked in 2004 with 10,676 SSRs leaving the plant that year. It was the second and last year for the 5.3L Vortec V8 with 300hp.
2004 Chevrolet Ssr car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Ssr problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Structure problems
- Latches/locks/linkages problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2004 Chevrolet Ssr vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2004 Chevrolet Ssr
The NHTSA has received 28 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2004 Chevrolet Ssr. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2004 Chevrolet Ssr vehicles.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-01-01
- VIN: 1GCES14P64B
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: SERVICE BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING AND CHIME COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. THIS HAS BEEN OCCURRING FOR ABOUT TWELVE YEARS. I HAVE HAD THIS SERVICED MANY TIMES BY CHEVY DEALERSHIP AND INDEPENDENT GARAGES YET IT PERSISTS. I HAVE SPENT MANY HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS AND HAVE ALL RECEIPTS.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-15
- VIN: 1GVES14P74B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: WAS GOING TO GO TO THE STORE AND WHEN I TURNED ON THE IGNITION EVERY THING WAS COMING ON,THE LIGHTS,DASH ALL LITE UP ,I HEARD THE FUEL PUMP AND I TURNED THE IGNITION FURTHER TO START IT AND NOTHING. NO CLICK,NO TURNING OVER,NOTHING. I SHUT IT OFF AND TRIED AGAIN AND SAME THING. I CHECKED MY FUSES AND FOUND NOTHING THERE WRONG EITHER. I'M STUMPED. I WILL NEED HELP WITH THIS SITUATION. CAN YOU SEND ME A SOLUTION PLEASE. THANKS FOR YOUR TIME AND HELP. SINCERELY, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-23
- VIN: 1GCES14P64B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY VEHICLE HAS ONLY 11,656 MILES, LESS THAN THAT WHEN I SUBMITTED TO DEALER FOR NON-FUNCTIONING GAUGES DUE TO STEPPER-MOTOR ISSUES. THIS SAME PART HAS BEEN WARRANTED ON OTHER GM VEHICLES, BUT GM REFUSES TO EXTEND THE SAME WARRANTY FOR THE SAME PART ON CHEVY SSR. OTHER SAFETY ISSUE IS THE SERVICE AIR BAG WARNING IS ON AND DEALER REFUSED WARRANTY SERVICE DUE TO AGE OF VEHICLE. BOTH OF THESE ISSUES ARE SAFETY RELATED AND NOT LOOKING FOR WARRANTY OF MAINTENANCE WORK.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-09-15
- VIN: 1GCES14P74B
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE PASSENGER'S DOOR OF MY SSR WAS BECOMING DIFFICULT TO OPEN AND I WAS CONFIDENT THE ISSUE WAS THE SAME PROBLEM I HAD EXPERIENCED PREVIOUSLY WITH THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR. IT IS A KNOWN DEFECT AND RESULTANT TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB 05-08-64-026) WHICH PREVIOUSLY HAD BEEN FIXED BY KEN DIXON CHEVROLET (JUNE OF 2011). AT THAT TIME, KEN DIXON (NOW MANAGED UNDER WALDORF CHEVY CADILLAC) DECLINED MY REQUEST TO REPLACE PASSENGER'S SIDE DEFECTIVE PART EVEN THOUGH THE TSB HAD INDICATED TO DO SO. WALDORF CHEVY CADILLAC NOW SAYS THE PART REQUIRED TO FIX MY CAR IS DISCONTINUED AND NOT AVAILABLE. I WAS TOLD "IT CANNOT BE FIXED. THE PART IS DISCONTINUED, NOT AVAILABLE FROM GM." I ASKED, "ARE YOU SAYING I HAVE TO LIVE WITH IT AND THERE IS NO FIX? THAT IS, GM ISSUED A TSB AND THEN DISCONTINUED THE PART WITH NO FUTURE PLANS OR OPTIONS FOR CARS THAT ARE LESS THAN 10 YEARS OLD?" THE ANSWER WAS "CORRECT, YOU MAY PICK UP THE CAR". I WAS GIVEN NO INDICATION THAT WALDORF CHEVY CADILLAC OR GM WOULD ATTEMPT TO FIND ANY SOLUTION. WHEN I RECEIVED THE CAR BACK FROM WALDORF CHEVY CADILLAC, THE DOOR IS NO LONGER OPERATIONAL FROM THE INSIDE. I NOW HAVE A CAR WITH A PASSENGER SIDE DOOR THAT CAN NO LONGER BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE. I HAVE BEEN LEFT TO DRIVE A VEHICLE THAT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE WITH NO MECHANISM IN PLACE BY GM TO ADDRESS AN ISSUE THAT IS A DOCUMENTED DEFECT IN A CAR THAT IS LESS THAN 10 YEARS OLD AND HAS 30,000 MILES ON IT. I AM CONCERNED WITH HAVING TO DRIVE THIS VEHICLE WITH NO MEANS TO OPEN THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR FROM THE INSIDE. THIS COULD RESULT IN TRAGIC OUTCOME IN THE CASE OF ACCIDENT, VEHICLE MALFUNCTION OR SOME OTHER INCIDENT REQUIRING IMMEDIATE EXIT FROM THE CAR. I AM AT A COMPLETE LOSS TO UNDERSTAND HOW GM CAN DISCONTINUE A PART IDENTIFIED WITHIN A TSB AS THE FIX FOR A KNOWN PROBLEM AND NOT PROVIDE SOME MEANS TO FIX THE SAFETY ISSUE OF THIS CAR. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-28
- VIN: 1GCES14P74B
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 2004 CHEVROLET SSR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A FAULTY COOLING SYSTEM. *SMD THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED THE COOLANT RESERVOIR HAD A HOLE IN IT, AND ALL THE COOLANT LEAKED OUT. THE ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING AND WAS HOT. *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-15
- VIN: 1GCES14P54B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET SSR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INSPECTION, THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED TO OPERATE WITH NO WARNINGS. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE TEMPERATURE AND OIL PRESSURE GAUGES HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND THE GAS GAUGE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 22,350. .... UPDATED 11/25/13 *BF
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-02-13
- VIN: 1GCES14PX4B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I BOUGHT A 2004 CHEVROLET SSR IN FEB.11, 2010 WAS A USED VEHICLE NO WARRANTY. TEST DRIVE WAS OK EVERYTHING WORKED AS EXPECTED. I STARTED NOTICING THAT I WAS GOING SLOWER THAN MOST CARS AROUND ME. I CHECKED WITH A FRIEND WHO DROVE BESIDE ME. IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER WAS OFF 10 TO 15 MPH. I CONTACTED CHEVROLET DEALER ABOUT PROBLEM IN MARCH 2010. I NEEDED TO DROP OFF MY TRUCK FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. IT WOULD TAKE 24 HOURS & OR 5 TO 7 DAYS AT $150 PER HOUR TO DETERMINE PROBLEM. THE PARTS & REPAIR LABOR TO FIX. I SAID THAT WAS OUTRAGEOUS. PLUS NO TECHNICIANS IN AREA WERE TRAINED ON THE SSR'S ELECTRONICS. I CONTACTED GM FOR HELP. SERVICE REQUEST #71-982295330 THE PROBLEM I WAS EXPERIENCING WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL. NO 2003 THROUGH 2006 SSR'S WERE REPORTED TO BE HAVING ANY PROBLEMS WITH THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. THE DEALER FOUND NO PROBLEM & WAS NOT REPAIRED. I HAVE BEEN PUTTING UP WITH THE PROBLEM USING TACHOMETER AS A GUIDE TO SPEED. THE FIRST TIME I START TRUCK IT SEEMS TO BE JUST A FEW MILES PER HOUR OFF. BUT AS I GO THROUGH START CYCLES IT GETS TO BE MORE MPH OFF. IF VEHICLE SITS OVER NIGHT. 12 OR MORE HOURS. IT SEEMS TO RESET ITSELF. I WAS OUT TODAY 4/29/2012 FOR A DRIVE. I WAS PULLED OVER BY A POLICE OFFICER ON RADAR GOING 67 MPH IN A 55 MPH ZONE. I CHECKED MY SPEED AT THE TIME & WAS GOING 55 MPH. THE OFFICER LET ME OFF WITH A WARNING TO PARK VEHICLE TILL IT IS REPAIRED. NOW WHAT DO I DO? CHEVROLET DOES NOT HAVE A RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE & MANY PEOPLE THAT I KNOW ARE SSR OWNERS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES. IT IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH SSR OWNERS. BUT AS I WAS TOLD. MOST HAD IT REPAIRED AT THERE OWN EXPENSE. NOW I HAVE A TRUCK WITH A INACCURATE SPEEDOMETER & NO PLACE TO GET REPAIRS DONE BY EXPERIENCED MECHANICS. I NEED MY SPEEDOMETER FIXED AT GM CHEVROLET EXPENSE. *TR
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-02-01
- VIN: 1GCES14PX4B
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET SSR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONE OF THE SEAT BELTS HAD BECOME INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ORDERED A REPLACEMENT SEAT BELT BUT ONCE IT WAS RECEIVED, HE NOTICED THAT THE SEAT BELT WAS ROLLED BACKWARD AND EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL TWIST. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED WHO ADVISED THAT THE SEAT BELT HAD TO BE INSTALLED BACKWARD IN ORDER FOR IT TO OPERATE CORRECTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 20,000. UPDATED 5/11/12 *CN THE CONSUMER STATED THE PLASTIC GEAR WAS DEFECTIVE. A NEW SEAT BELT WAS ORDERED. HOWEVER, IT WAS DISCOVERED THE NEW BELT WAS TWISTED. TWO WEEKS LATER, A NEW BELT ARRIVED AND IT WAS ALSO TWISTED. UPDATED 05/23/12
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-06
- VIN: 1GCES14P14B
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: I HAVE BEEN ADVISED BY THE ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF TO REPORT THE HEADLIGHT COVERS ON MY 2004 CHEVROLET SSR ARE MELTING FROM THE HEAT OF THE HEADLIGHT. THEY HAVE TOLD ME THAT THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD THAT THE MANUFACTURER NEEDS TO ADDRESS. I HAVE SPOKEN TO CHEVROLET BUT THEY SAY MY VEHICLE IS OUT OF WARRANTY. I HAVE DRIVEN MANY VEHICLES IN MY LIFE FOR LONGER PERIODS OF TIME AND HAVE NEVER HAD THE HEADLIGHT COVERS MELT. PER THE SHERIFF, THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AND THEY FEEL THAT THIS IS NOT JUST A SINGLE PROBLEM TO MY VEHICLE AND TO ASK FOR A RECALL. THANK YOU.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-01
- VIN: 1GCES14P84B
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET SSR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN HE PULLED THE HANDLE ON THE DOOR, THE DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN. THE FAILURE BECAME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED A TSB 050864026 THAT WAS RELATED TO THE FAILURE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD BE REPAIRED AT THE CONTACTS EXPENSE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 8,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 8,800.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-11-10
- VIN: 1GCES14P64B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CLUSTER GAUGES ON A 2004 SSR CHEVY PICKUP TRUCK QUITS WORKING SEVERAL TIMES, NO SPEEDOMETER OR TACH. VEHICLE HAS LESS THAN 10,000 MILES ON IT. *TR
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-12-09
- VIN: 1GCES14P44B
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET PICKUP SSR. THE CONTACT STATED HE CANNOT GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE ON THE FRONT RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE SINCE THE DOOR LATCH IS BROKEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND WHO STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE ORDER; HOWEVER, GM NO LONGER MAKES THE PARTS FOR THAT VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO MAKE THE PARTS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 34,000.
STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-03-05
- VIN: 1GCES14P94B
- Components: STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET SSR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR HANDLE FAILED, WHICH PREVENTED HIM FROM OPENING THE DOOR. THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HANDLE WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY ON NOVEMBER 22, 2006. THE DIAGNOSIS FOUND THAT THE DOOR HANDLES WERE MADE WITH DEFECTIVE PLASTIC; THEREFORE, THEY BECOME PERMANENTLY INOPERABLE FROM THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND THE REPAIR COST WAS ESTIMATED AT $377. A REPORT WAS FILED WITH THE MANUFACTURER, BUT THEY WOULD NOT ASSIST WITH THE REPAIR. THE CONTACT PLANS ON HAVING THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 54,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 54,300. 4/01/09 *NJ THE DEALER FOUND A BROKEN INNER HANDLE BRACKET. UPDATED 04/09/09. *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-11-05
- VIN: 1GCES14P34B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET SSR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER SHOULD BE RESETTING ITSELF TO ZERO, BUT THE DIAL RESTS AT 20 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IDLING. ON OCCASION, THE SPEEDOMETER DIAL BECOMES ERRATIC AND DOES NOT GO BACK DOWN AT ALL. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT DOES NOT KNOW HOW FAST SHE IS DRIVING. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR CENTER FOR A DIAGNOSIS AND THEY CONFIRMED THE SPEEDOMETER FAILURE. THE DEALER STATED THAT IT WOULD COST $1,050 TO REPLACE THE SPEEDOMETER WITH AN OLD PART. THE MANUFACTURER INFORMED HER TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 12,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-05-17
- VIN: 1GCES14P34B
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET SSR. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE MECHANIC AND IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE ALSO LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING AND MISFIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE SPEEDOMETER WORKS INTERMITTENTLY. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 46,641 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 44,826.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-04-29
- VIN: 1GCES14P04B
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: SSR IS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY IN NOV 07. RECEIVE APPROX TWO INCHES OF RAIN, SSR LEAKED IN FLOOR ON PASSENGER SIDE. APPROX 1 1/2" OF WATER IN FLOOR. TOOK TO CHECK DEALER, DEALER OUTSOURCED PROBLEM. WAS TOLD THERE WAS A CRACK IN "A PILLAR". RESEALED PILLAR, PROBLEM SOLVED. RECEIVED THREE INCHES OF RAIN IN APR 08, SSR LEAKED IN FLOOR ON PASSENGER SIDE. APPROX 2" OF WATER IN FLOOR. TOOK BACK TO CHEVY DEALER, DEALER OUTSOURCED PROBLEM. TOLD LEAK IS DIFFERENT PROBLEM, TOLD CAR DOOR HAD TWO SIDED STICKY ADHESION WHICH WAS NOT STICKING TO DOOR, REPAIRED. I DON'T BELIEVE THIS SOLUTION SOUNDS CORRECT. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-04-20
- VIN: 1GCES14P04B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DRIVING FOR APPROX 2 1/2 HOURS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. NOTICES SPEEDOMETER WAS BOUNCING. SLOWED DOWN, SPEEDOMETER DID NOT CHANGE. AFTER ABOUT TWO MILES, SPEEDOMETER INCREASE IN SPEED, AFTER A MINUTE OR TWO, SPEEDOMETER INCREASED TO APPROX 80MPH. AFTER ABOUT TEN MINUTES, ENTER CITY LIMITS, SPEED LIMIT WAS 35MPH, SPEEDOMETER REGISTERING 65MPH. WHEN I GOT HOME, SPEEDOMETER WAS REGISTERING 30MPH. TOOK VEHICLE TO CHEVY DEALER TWO DAYS LATER, WAS TOLD NO PROBLEM WITH SPEEDOMETER, TOLD TO BRING IT BACK IF THE PROBLEM PERSIST. TWO WEEKS LATER, DRIVING IN CITY AT 45MPH, SIMILAR PROBLEM OCCURRED, AFTER VEHICLE STOPPED, SPEEDOMETER ON 25MPH, NOW SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT WORK. PENDING REPAIR. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-11-22
- VIN: 1GCES14P64B
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET SSR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WOULD RISE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD OVERHEAT WHEN IDLING. AS OF DECEMBER 7, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT FELT THAT THE COOLING FAN WAS TOO SMALL FOR THE ENGINE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 15,320. UPDATED 03/10/08. *LJ
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-07-12
- VIN: 1GCES14P64B
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: CRUISE-CONTROL DEFECT W/CHEVROLET 2004-SSR TRUCK: SIZZLING/FRYING SOUND THROUGH STEERING COLUMN, SPEEDOMETER ZEROED OUT -- SHOWING NO SPEED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, CRUISE-INOPERATIVE AT ANY SPEED. *TR
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-05-30
- VIN: 1GCES14P74B
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE CONVERTIBLE TOP CONTINUES TO HAS ISSUES. THE DEALER HAS REPLACED THE SEALS AT LEAST 4 TIMES, ADJUSTED THE WINDOWS 6-8 TIMES. CHEVY OFFERED TO MAKE A PAYMENT FOR ME BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUES. I HAVE ALSO COMPLAINED ABOUT WIND NOISE AND LEAKAGE SINCE DAY ONE. *JB
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-09-12
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: I CAN'T OPEN THE DOOR TO EXIT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT USING THE OUTSIDE LATCH. THE HANDLE IS BROKEN AND THE LOCAL DEALER STATES HE HAS TO ORDER THE LATCH FROM THE MANUFACTURER. I THINK THIS IS A SAFETY PROBLEM DUE TO HAVING TO LOWER THE WINDOW FOR SAFE EXIT, OR ANY EXIT. WHERE DO I GO FROM HERE? *JB
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-17
- VIN: 1GCES14P54B
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: VEHICLE TYPE: 2004 CHEVY SSR PROBLEM/COMPLAINT: INTERIOR DOOR LATCH FAILURE, CAN'T EXIT VEHICLE. 1. DRIVERS INTERIOR DOOR LATCH STARTS TO TAKE 3-4 PULLS TO OPEN DOOR AND THEN WITHIN THE WEEK THE INTERIOR DOOR LATCH COMPLETELY FAILS REQUIRING THE POWER WINDOW TO BE OPENED AND THE DOOR OPENED FROM THE EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE. IF THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILS IN AN ACCIDENT OR OTHER REASON THERE WOULD BE NO WAY TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. I CALLED MY DEALER TO REPAIR THE LATCH, BUT HE IS NOT SURE WHEN THE PARTS WILL BE IN. *NM
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-10-12
- VIN: 1GCES14P84B
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WILL NOT OPEN, CANNOT EXIT VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY. *NM
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-13
- VIN: 1GCES14P84B
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: HOOD PROP DOES NOT SAFELY HOLD THE HOOD UP ON THE 2004 CHEVY SSR. THE 2005 MODEL HAS A DIFFERENT HOOD LIFT SYSTEM. THE 2004 NEEDS TO BE RETROFITTED TO MATCH.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
- VIN: 1GCES14P24B
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: RE: 2004 CHEVY SSR, HOOD PROP NOT STRONG ENOUGH TO HOLD HOOD UP. *BF THE HOOD PROP BENDS UNDER THE WEIGH OF THE HOOD. THE CONSUMER IS CONCERNED ABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF THE HOOD PROP FAILING AND THE HOOD FALLING RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH. *NM
Negative 2004 Chevrolet Ssr car reviews
Positive 2004 Chevrolet Ssr car reviews
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This truck is beautiful and in great condition. It drives like a charm and has a lot of get up and go. I absolutely love my SSR. The buying experience was outstanding. The sales person, manager, and financial person were all great and honest. Honesty is hard to come by these days, but they were fantastic. I would highly recommend this dealership to all my friends.
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I recently purchased a Tundra pickup truck, and today I added an SSR to my collection. I know it may seem unnecessary, but I couldn't resist the allure of the SSR. The 120-mile drive back home after purchasing it was an absolute joy and probably cured any stress I was feeling. While the SSR may not be for everyone, it could be a great addition to a business promotional campaign. My advice would be to wait patiently until you find a dealer who will sell it to you for MSRP or less, as there are unfortunately too many dealers out there who will try to overcharge you.
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I'm so glad to have the opportunity to drive this new type of vehicle.
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I love the attention my SSR gets when I drive it. Everywhere I go, people of all ages ask questions about it. They often assume that I customized it myself, but it's actually a production vehicle made in a factory, and it's an '04 model. I'm proud that it's made in the USA, specifically in Lansing, MI. In fact, I wouldn't have bought it if it wasn't made in the USA.
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Hey there! If you head to the top of town and hit the highway, you'll discover just how much fun driving can be!
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Are you having problems with your 2004 Chevrolet Ssr?
Milton Gutkowski 2024-06-04
It's great to see your vehicle sitting by the road while you wait for the tow truck. It looks good in the dealership repair shop, and it would even look good in your garage if you could get it from the dealer to your garage. However, it seems that you have had some issues with this GM product and feel that it has not been stood behind. It's unfortunate that you have had trouble with the three year/36K mile roadside towing assistance, and it's understandable that you feel frustrated. If you're looking for a quality-built vehicle in the $50K range, you may want to consider a foreign brand.