2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 107 |
| 2025 | 161 |
| 2026 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
50% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 80 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 24 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY12% of complaints: service brakes — 19 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
When you hit the brakes on hurry car donât stop it rolls and take longer to engage. Was involved on a rear end accident because of saw the car in front stop press the brake and suv just slow down but keep rolling forward.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250901
On two occasions as I have pulled in to park this vehicle, while pressing brake the car lurched forward. The first time no damage happened however the second time damage occurred.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250808
11% of complaints: electrical system — 17 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 15 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may have incorrect software and not produce sound at a sufficient volume.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software in the body control module (BCM), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242479760.
Campaign 24V925000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV all-wheel drive electric vehicles. The adaptive cruise control may fail to engage the brakes as expected, due to incorrect brake module software.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software calibration in the brake system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Campaign 25V012000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Cadillac Optic and 2025-2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles equipped with 21-inch Continental all-season tires. One or more of these tires may experience partial or full tread detachment.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect all four tires and replace those manufactured during DOT week 4024, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025.
Campaign 25V704000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Equinox EV vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may not produce a sufficient change in volume between the vehicle being stopped and moving at low speeds.
Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Campaign 25V878000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ,...
Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic ownerâs manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026.
Campaign 26V114000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, and Equinox vehicles. The door strikers were not properly heat-treated, which can cause them to break.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all four side door strikers and attachment bolts, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters are expected to be mailed.
Campaign 24V737000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (80 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 24V737000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V925000 (electrical system, forward collision avoidance) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V012000 (forward collision avoidance, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V704000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V878000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V114000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV?
The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.