2005 Chevrolet SSR vs 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 31 | 707 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 557 | 337 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 47 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–15 | 16–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 12,000 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet SSR | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 5 | 260 |
| Suspension | 0 | 137 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 93 |
| Power Train | 4 | 57 |
| Steering | 0 | 61 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 46 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 20 |
| Tires | 1 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 228 |
| Stalling | 0 | 28 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 26 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 22 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 22 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 6 |
2005 Chevrolet SSR
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.