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2017 Chevrolet SS Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Best

Complaint Index

0/100

#4 most-complained of 4 SS years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2017 Chevrolet SS has 10 complaints and 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, giving it a complaint index of 0 and the best rank (4th of 4 model years). Steering issues are the top problem area, accounting for 30% of complaints.

Complaints
10
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
16.5
14 city / 22 hwy

Top 2017 Chevy SS problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Steering3 (30%)
  2. Other2 (20%)
  3. Seat Belts2 (20%)
  4. Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (20%)
  5. Airbags1 (10%)
  6. Brakes1 (10%)
  7. Electrical System1 (10%)
  8. Fuel System1 (10%)
  9. Structure & Body1 (10%)
  10. Visibility & Wipers1 (10%)

What owners report

  • Steering wheel or power steering failed while turning at speed, in one case at 40 mph, causing the rear wheel to hit a curb.
  • Power steering intermittently ceased functioning during driving, making the vehicle hard to control.
  • Right rear wheel bearing failed at 50,564 miles, with owners reporting other similar bearing failures around 40-50k miles.
  • Brake squeal occurred consistently under warranty, with no resolution offered by the dealer or brake manufacturer.
  • Vehicle electronics shut off and the ignition lost power briefly while driving, then restored itself moments later.
  • Airbag warning light activated due to a suspected seat belt tensioner cable problem, despite no recall covering the 2017 model year for that issue.
2017 Chevrolet SS complaints: complaints filed per month2May 2017May 2018May 2019Feb 2023Feb 2025
15 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2017 to Feb 2026; peak May 2017 (2).

2017 Chevrolet SS recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 25V676000Oct 9, 2025Fuel System173,301 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump:control/drive module

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2021 NV200 Van, 2014-2017, 2019 NV200 Taxi, and 2015-2018 Chevrolet City Express vehicles. The Fuel Tank Temperature (FTT) sensor harness may have been incorrectly routed, damaging wires and causing a short circuit in the fuel pump fuse.

    Risk: A blown fuel pump fuse can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reroute the FTT sensor harness or replace the fuel pump assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA56. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov October 10, 2025.

  2. NHTSA 18V551000Aug 21, 2018Electrical System153,047 vehicles

    Electrical system:ignition

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.

    Risk: If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

2017 Chevrolet SS fuel economy and fuel cost

City
14 MPG
Highway
22 MPG
Combined
16.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,850
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2017 compared with other SS years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)02550751002014201520162017
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2015Good3317717
2016Caution6724716.5
2017Best010216.5

All Chevrolet SS years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2017 Chevrolet SS reliable?
NHTSA lists only 10 complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet SS, giving it a complaint index of 0, the lowest among the four model years with data. It ranks as the 'Best' year for reported problems relative to other SS model years.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet SS?
Steering issues are the top problem area, making up 30% of complaints, followed by seat belts and suspension/wheels/tires, each at 20%.
Does the 2017 Chevrolet SS have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Chevrolet SS, covering the fuel system and electrical system. Neither recall is marked do-not-drive.
What year Chevrolet SS should I avoid?
Among the four model years with data, 2014 has the highest complaint index at 100 and is the 'Avoid' year. The 2017 model has the lowest complaint index at 0 and ranks as the best.
What is the median mileage for steering complaints on the 2017 SS?
The median mileage at failure for steering-related complaints on the 2017 Chevrolet SS is 20,170.5 miles.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.