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2004 Chevrolet SSR vs 2004 Ford F-150

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.

Metric2004 Chevrolet SSR2004 Ford F-150
NHTSA complaints282,028
Recall campaigns05
Service bulletins (TSBs)458149
Investigations14
Crash reports074
Fire reports040
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)1613–16
Median reported incident mileage15,323 mi63,335 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet SSRFord F-150
Visibility0841
Power Train0232
Engine and Engine Cooling3167
Suspension0118
Structure8104
Electrical System899
Service Brakes, Hydraulic095
Engine192

Symptoms owners describe

Vibration / shaking0217
Stalling095
Rust / corrosion083
Clunking / rattling050
Check engine light029
Hesitation / surging028
Airbag warning light019
Brake problems016

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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.