What year Chevrolet SS should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, the 2014 Chevrolet SS is the year to avoid. It has a complaint index of 100, the highest among SS years, with steering problems making up 80% of its 51 complaints.

What is the best year for the Chevrolet SS?

The 2017 Chevrolet SS is the best year according to NHTSA data, with a complaint index of 0 and only 10 complaints, the lowest of any SS model year.

Does the 2014 Chevrolet SS have steering problems?

Yes. Steering accounts for 41 of 51 complaints (80%) on the 2014 SS, with a median failure mileage of 25,410. GM issued a recall (19V801000) for corrosion in the electric power steering module connector.

Is the 2016 Chevrolet SS reliable?

The 2016 SS is a caution year, with a complaint index of 67, higher than 2015 and 2017 but lower than 2014. Steering remains the top reported problem area.

How many recalls does the Chevrolet SS have?

Across all four model years (2014-2017), NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns total for the Chevrolet SS, with 2014 alone having 9.

Chevrolet SS Best and Worst Years (2014–2017)

The 2014 Chevrolet SS is the year to avoid, with a complaint index of 100 and 51 complaints, mostly steering failures around 25,410 miles. The 2017 SS is the best year, with a complaint index of 0 and only 10 complaints.

Avoid 2014 Best 2017

Model years: 4; 2014–2017
NHTSA complaints: 102
Recall campaigns: 12
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Top problem area: Steering

SS Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Chevrolet SS problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2014	Avoid	100	51	2	9	Steering	17	—
2015	Good	33	17	1	7	Steering	17	—
2016	Caution	67	24	0	7	Steering	16.5	—
2017	Best	0	10	0	2	Steering	16.5	—

SS years to avoid: what went wrong

2014 Chevrolet SS Index 100 · 51 complaints · 9 recalls

The 2014 SS has the highest complaint index (100) of any SS year, driven by steering problems, which made up 80% of its complaints. Owners reported electric power steering failure while driving, including loss of control that led to crashes, with a median failure mileage of 25,410. Seat belt and airbag issues were also reported, including a case where an airbag failed to deploy in a crash at very low mileage. The year carries 9 recall campaigns, including steering gear assembly replacement and seat belt trim inspection. Compared to other SS years, 2014 stands out as the one with the most reported problems and recalls.

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Most common Chevrolet SS problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Steering62 (61%)
Seat Belts14 (14%)
Electrical System9 (9%)
Airbags7 (7%)
Other5 (5%)
Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (5%)
Engine4 (4%)
Lane Departure4 (4%)
Brakes3 (3%)
Fuel System2 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

What year Chevrolet SS should I avoid?: Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, the 2014 Chevrolet SS is the year to avoid. It has a complaint index of 100, the highest among SS years, with steering problems making up 80% of its 51 complaints.
What is the best year for the Chevrolet SS?: The 2017 Chevrolet SS is the best year according to NHTSA data, with a complaint index of 0 and only 10 complaints, the lowest of any SS model year.
Does the 2014 Chevrolet SS have steering problems?: Yes. Steering accounts for 41 of 51 complaints (80%) on the 2014 SS, with a median failure mileage of 25,410. GM issued a recall (19V801000) for corrosion in the electric power steering module connector.
Is the 2016 Chevrolet SS reliable?: The 2016 SS is a caution year, with a complaint index of 67, higher than 2015 and 2017 but lower than 2014. Steering remains the top reported problem area.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet SS have?: Across all four model years (2014-2017), NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns total for the Chevrolet SS, with 2014 alone having 9.