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ProblemsByVin File / 2014-CHEVROLET-SS NHTSA data synced 1 hour ago
2014 · Chevrolet

Chevrolet SS problems

51 owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.8 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2014 SS?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

Buying a used 2014 Chevrolet SS? Check these first

Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.

What to inspect on this specific car

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 2 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 7.8/10 model. The priciest documented failure is steering (~$700) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.

We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.

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Top trouble spots 2 categories with 3+ complaints

steering
41 reports · fails ~32,168 mi · avg $700
moderate
seatbelts
4 reports · fails ~35,000 mi · avg $500
moderate
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2014 SS?
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 SS · airbags Crash
My new ss was modified with hand controls. I was going into a turn at 50mph and my knee got caught behind the hand controls not allowing me to push my brakes in going around a turn. I hit the curb taking out two trees then hitting a third tree to bring the vehicle to a stop.…
12/09/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10663142.0
2014 SS · steering
Power steering failed again. Happened originally at 15,000 miles and then repaired, it was then repaired again under the recall and now it has failed again at 28,137 miles. Fortunately I was at a standstill when the warning came on. This is a serious issue that needs to be…
11/30/2015 · at 28,137 mi · NHTSA ODI #10807557.0 · see steering pattern →
2014 SS · steering
While driving the car around a cloverleaf on-ramp for a highway at 40 MPH the electronic power steering failed. I feel very lucky that I managed to maintain control of the car in the instant the power steering failed as this could have resulted in the car crashing. *tr
11/29/2014 · at 7,350 mi · NHTSA ODI #10661277.0 · see steering pattern →
2014 SS · steering Crash
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet ss. The contact stated that the power steering failed and caused a crash. The contact's vehicle struck the bumper of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The dealer…
11/09/2016 · at 25,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10925243.0 · see steering pattern →
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 14V375000 June 27, 2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured June 7, 2013, to May 29, 2014, and 2014 Chevrolet SS vehicles manufactured September 13, 2013, to March 4, 2014

Inoperative wipers will not clear rain or snow, reducing the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiper module assembly and replace any affected ones, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14295.
severe NHTSA 15V636000 October 9, 2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured August 14, 2013, to February 3, 2014, and Chevrolet SS vehicles manufactured August 15, 2013, to February 16, 2014

An air bag that deploys at a higher than intended level increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and, if necessary, install a seat frame equipped with a target bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15567.

Common questions

Is the 2014 Chevrolet SS reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 51 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Chevrolet SS is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2014 Chevrolet SS?

On the NHTSA data, the 2014 Chevrolet SS does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What should I check before buying a used 2014 Chevrolet SS?

Inspect the steering first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 41 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 32,168 miles. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.

Is the 2014 Chevrolet SS a good used car to buy?

It scores 7.8 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 51 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is steering. Typical failure occurs around 32,168 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Chevrolet SS?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 41 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 32,168 miles. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The steering is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 32,168 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Chevrolet SS has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Chevrolet SS?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 51 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $700, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 1 hour ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Chevrolet/SS. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Chevrolet. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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