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2006 Chevrolet SSR problems

The most common problem on the 2006 Chevrolet SSR is electrical system. It has fewer complaints than a typical SSR model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
93/100
Owner complaints
5
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
657
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 2006 Chevrolet SSR problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    4
  • Brakes
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Problems by type

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  • Electrical
    4
  • Brakes
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Recalls 1

Equipment: other: labelsReported December 7, 2005 · 32,068 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
Risk
A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on march 31, 2006. Owners may contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080, cadillac at 1‑866‑982‑2339, chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463, hummer at 1‑800‑732‑5493, pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668, saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876, or isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727.

Recall number 05V552000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Loss of HeadlightsOpened April 24, 2017, closed March 29, 2021

The subject vehicles are model year (MY) 2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2004-2007 Buick Rainier, 2003-2008 Isuzu Ascender, 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X, 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003-2006 Chevrolet SSR, 2005-2009 Buick Lacrosse, and 2006-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. This scope includes the Trailblazer/Envoy variants: 2002-2006 Envoy XL/Trailblazer EXT and 2004-2005 Envoy XUV. The original scope of this investigation was expanded to include all vehicles equipped with the subject Headlight Driver Module (HDM). The focus of the investigation was to determine whether actions performed by General Motors adequately addressed any unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety in the subject vehicles concerning the headlights and the HDM that controls them.Under normal electrical load and environmental conditions, the HDM can overheat inside the Underhood Electrical Center (UEC). This can cause the module to fail and result in a simultaneous loss of both low beam headlights and both daytime running lights (DRLs), often with no warning or prior detectability to the driver. This failure can be intermittent or permanent. No other exterior lights are affected. High beams, turn signals, brake lights, and reverse lights are still operational.General Motors addressed this issue with 2 recalls (14V755 & 15V519) and a special coverage program (N172091910). In view of the recalls and special coverage program implemented by GM and the vehicle high beams continuing to operate, ODI has tentatively concluded that the actions taken by GM mitigate any unreasonable risk to safety posed by HDM failure in the subject vehicles.Accordingly, the investigation is closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety-related defect does not exist. The agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by new circumstances.The ODI reports cited above are available for review online at under the identification numbers in the attached document.

RQ17002

Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Chevrolet SSR 657

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 657 bulletins for the 2006 Chevrolet SSR

What 2006 Chevrolet SSR owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 15, 2018 · Fuel system · 35,000 miles · AZ

Fuel level gauge not functioning properly. Also, vehicle has accelerated while brake was being depressed almost causing rear end collision...had to put into neutral.

Filed Mar 13, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 100,000 miles · VA

Put the truck in reverse and the transmission cable broke. It is plastic and the catalytic converter heats the plastic and cracks it. The underhood fuse block went while driving. The truck shut off on me while I was driving and would not restart. The dealer said this is a big issue with this truck. I had to spend 600 dollars for a new box. My ABS pump also went dealer said this is because of the heat from the catalytic converter and that this is a big issue on this truck also. Also the running boards on the truck were chrome. They have peeled and started to flake. The dealer said it looks like water got in them and caused it to do that and that it was another problem on this truck. It was hit and miss on some of them.

Filed Mar 7, 2014 · Electrical · 10,135 miles · WA

Engine stalled, brakes faded and auto stopped. Attempted to start many times (6) before the engine would start again. The engine ran roughly but sufficient to drive to a gm dealer for repair (new ignition switch). On 04/05/10, the same problem occurred again. Speed at that time was idling at a stop light. Similar engine, brake disfunction. Was able to drive roughly-running auto to a chev. Dealer. Solution, new ignition switch.

Filed Jul 11, 2011 · Electrical · 57,400 miles · NC

Driving 55mph; check engine light came on; engine and all electricals shutdown; same codes as bulletin 10009520; tsb 3089; returning from trip in mountains - could have resulted in loss of life; still see recent posts of this situation: how can it possibly be closed?

Filed Jul 16, 2007 · Electrical, Engine · 5,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet ssr. The contact stated that water entered the vehicle and damaged the gasket. The dealer replaced the gasket, but now the electrical system malfunctions and the vehicle shuts down without warning. The failure occurred while driving 55 MPH. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The current mileage is 14,675 and failure mileage was 5,000.

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Questions about the 2006 Chevrolet SSR

Is the 2006 Chevrolet SSR reliable?

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2006 Chevrolet SSR, fewer than a typical SSR model year.

What is the 2006 Chevrolet SSR year score?

The 2006 Chevrolet SSR scores 93 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chevrolet SSR: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Chevrolet SSR?

Electrical system, with 4 complaints. Next is brakes (1).

How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet SSR have?

1 recall, covering equipment.

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