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2017 Chevrolet CHEVEROLET SS

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2017 Chevrolet CHEVEROLET SS has 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.4x the segment average of 29. The most common issue is steering problems (25% of all complaints), specifically: while turning at 40mph the steering wheel failed and caused my rear wheel to hit a curb and damage the rear wheels..

12

Total Complaints

0

Recalls Issued

/5

Safety Stars

0.4x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

STEERING

3 complaints
25%
  • WHILE TURNING AT 40MPH THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED AND CAUSED MY REAR WHEEL TO HIT A CURB AND DAMAGE THE REAR WHEELS.
  • 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. I SHUT THE VEHIC
  • As I was driving, my car decided to just turn off. All of the electronics turned off and I lost ignition. Moments later, while I was still rolling, the car turned back on. This issue has happened multiple times but nothing super serios ever happened and i was able to maintain control of the vehicle
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

WHILE TURNING AT 40MPH THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED AND CAUSED MY REAR WHEEL TO HIT A CURB AND DAMAGE THE REAR WHEELS.

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Chevrolet CHEVEROLET SS

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.
Full coverage / year
$1,607
Full coverage / month
$134
Liability only / year
$611
vs US avg
-4%
How this estimate is calculated
US base full-coverage premium$1674
× state (US)1.00x
× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x
× theft risk1.00x
× safety rating1.00x
× vehicle age1.00x
= Full coverage estimate$1607

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Chevrolet CHEVEROLET SS Service Intervals

Oil change
8K mi / 12 mo
Tire rotation
8K mi
Brake fluid
36 months
Transmission fluid
45K mi
Engine coolant
150K mi
Spark plugs
100K mi
Cabin air filter
23K mi
Engine air filter
45K mi
Differential (AWD/4WD)
45K mi

GM Oil Life System dynamically calculates oil change interval. DEXOS-approved oil required.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Chevrolet New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)
3 yr / 36K mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60K mi
Hybrid/EV battery
8 yr / 100K mi
Corrosion (rust perforation)
6 yr / 100K mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Chevrolet. If you're buying a used 2017 CHEVEROLET SS, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Chevrolet dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

STEERING(~50K mi)
$500
SUSPENSION(~50K mi)
$500
VISIBILITY(~50K mi)
$500
OTHER(~50K mi)
$500
WHEELS(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 12 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • STEERING: WHILE TURNING AT 40MPH THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED AND CAUSED MY REAR WHEEL TO HIT A CURB AND DAMAGE THE REAR WHEELS.

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • SUSPENSION: WHILE TURNING AT 40MPH THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED AND CAUSED MY REAR WHEEL TO HIT A CURB AND DAMAGE THE REAR WHEELS.

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • VISIBILITY: 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. THIS IS DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING AND LIKELY

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • OTHER: 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. THIS IS DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING AND LIKELY

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Chevrolet CHEVEROLET SS — Year Comparison

How does 2017 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
0
Injury reports
0
Segment avg
29

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