AI Damage2017 Chevrolet SS: common problems
Owners of the 2017 Chevrolet SS filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering and suspension. We found 1 repair videos on YouTube. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 7
- YouTube repair videos
- 1
What fails most often
- 1 Steering 43% of all complaints
- 2 Suspension 29% of all complaints
- 3 Air bags 14% of all complaints
- 4 Electrical system 14% of all complaints
- 5 Seat belts 14% of all complaints
- 6 Service brakes 14% of all complaints
- 7 Visibility 14% of all complaints
- 8 Wheels 14% of all complaints
- Steering: 3 complaints (43% of all).
- Suspension: 2 complaints (29% of all).
- Air bags: 1 complaints (14% of all).
- Electrical system: 1 complaints (14% of all).
- Seat belts: 1 complaints (14% of all).
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 6.2 L · petrol · 8 cyl
- automatic, 6-speed
- manual, 6-speednamed in 1 complaints
Drive: RWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 7 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The airbag warning light activated and two separate service facilities confirmed the problem was with the seatbelt tensioner cable. This could put the driver at risk of serious injury in a collision as the seatbelt may not properly restrain the driver.
The "SERVICE POWER STEERING, DRIVE WITH CARE" message came across my screen. I used my scanner to see what the codes are, and it have me a "Power Steering Control Module" C0800-03 code, as well as a "Keyless Entry" U0140, a "Parking Assist Module" U0420 code.
Right rear sealed wheel bearing failed and was just replaced at 50,564 miles at a cost of $1,142,82, parts, tax, and labor. I have seen correspondence from approximately 12 other owners of this model vehicle (12,500 imported to the USA by Chevrolet over 4 years), who have all experienced similar failure of front…
The car is still under warranty and experiences very annoying brake squeal when applying the brakes. I have talked directly with chevrolet to no avail. I have also emailed the brake manufacturer, brembo brakes, with no response to my complaint.
My power steering has a tendency to fail during operation of the vehicle. I have had my power steering cease to function, and become extremely difficult to control the vehicle at speed. Luckily I was on the highway, and able to safely maneuver the vehicle to the side of the highway.
While turning at 40mph the steering wheel failed and caused my rear wheel to hit a curb and damage the rear wheels.
The interior trim is a shiny chrome on the navigation and shifter surrounds. On sunny days the sunlight is reflected off this trim into the driver's eyes. Even sunglasses don't negate this..imagine someone with a mirror reflecting the sun into your eyes.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 1,591 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (among the 24% least complained about).
On average one model year of the SS has 10 complaints (3 years in the data). This year has 7, below average.
What to check before buying
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
- Air bags. Check the SRS light, stored codes and airbag/curtain status after any impact.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet SS?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: steering, suspension, air bags. Total complaints: 7. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: steering or power steering problems (29%), airbag warning light (14%), knocking, grinding or other noise (14%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2017 Chevrolet SS?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2017 Chevrolet SS from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2017 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.