NHTSA Recall 25V012000: Service brakes, hydraulic and software (forward collision avoidance)
General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,890 vehicles. It affects 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V012000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N242481530 |
| Components | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE › ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | January 16, 2025 |
| Owner notification | February 13, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
A vehicle that does not automatically brake as expected increases the risk of a crash.
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. GM's number for this recall is N242481530.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V012000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 2025 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.