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2016 · Chevrolet
Chevrolet SS problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 24 owner complaints and 5 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
Reliability score
7.4 / 10
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Critical
5
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2016 SS?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average
5 recall campaigns on file
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 2016 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
steering — 12 owner reports
· tends to show around 48,194 mi · ~$700 to fix
seatbelts — 6 owner reports
· tends to show around 10,397 mi · ~$500 to fix
electrical — 3 owner reports
· tends to show around 40,167 mi · ~$850 to fix
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 5 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 7.4/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
electrical (~$850) — 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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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2016 SS· steering
Power stearing failure see service bulletin 17-h-009. Car was in motion and a serious safety concern. Gm says not part of recall but my car is in within the population build dates
Subject: NHTSA campaign number 17v-382 dear sir/madam, I own a 2016 Chevrolet ss, VIN 6g3f25rw6glxxxxxx, on which the power steering recently failed while I was driving the car. I became aware of the subject recall, 'loss of electric power steering assist,' and…
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet ss. While reversing the vehicle, the radio screen turned black and there was no picture display for the rear camera. The vehicle was taken to dave white Chevrolet (5880 monroe st, sylvania, oh 43560, (419) 885-4444) where it was diagnosed…
Turned on car and service power steering appeared on the dash. Drove car home with a stiff steer and all. Turned car off/on and icon disappeared steering was back to normal.
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General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Chevrolet SS and Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicles (PPV) that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 16V-518
If the tensioner cable separates, the driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine whether the new seat trim was installed and replace the trim as necessary. Dealers will also inspect and replace the pretensioner cable assembly, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202312100
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Chevrolet SS vehicles
A greater steering effort would be needed to control the vehicle if power steering is lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear assembly, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17248.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit vehicles manufactured May 14, 2013 through June 14, 2016, and Chevrolet SS vehicles manufactured May 15, 2013 through April 27, 2016
If the tensioner cable separates, the driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tensioner cable assembly, replacing any cable that is damaged. For vehicles that do not require a tensioner assembly replacement, a cable guide will be installed. All vehicles will receive new seat trim with a redesigned opening for the cable routing. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 31340.
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 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 2016 Chevrolet SS?
The 2016 Chevrolet SS is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average; 5 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 2016 Chevrolet SS?
Inspect the steering first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 12 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 48,194 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 2016 Chevrolet SS a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.4 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 24 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is steering. Typical failure occurs around 48,194 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 2016 Chevrolet SS?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 12 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 48,194 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 48,194 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 2016 Chevrolet SS?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 24 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.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 2 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2016/Chevrolet/SS.
Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics.
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