Summary
- GM is recalling 2,890 all-wheel drive 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EVs due to a software issue with the adaptive cruise control system
- The software issue prevents the adaptive cruise control from engaging the brakes when needed
- Drivers should be extra vigilant and ready to manually apply the brakes while using adaptive cruise control
- The recall will include a free installation of updated brake control module software
- Owners will be notified via mail starting March 3 and can contact Chevy’s customer service department for more information.
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General Motors is recalling all-wheel drive versions of the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV due to an issue with the adaptive cruise control system. The recall affects 2,890 electric vehicles and is in response to a software problem that prevents the system from engaging the brakes when needed. While the system may attempt to slow the vehicle by cutting power, it may not be sufficient to prevent a crash, requiring drivers to manually apply the brakes.
The recall specifically covers 2025 models with all-wheel drive that do not have the Super Cruise system, which allows for hands-free driving on certain roads. GM has stated that it is not aware of any crashes or injuries related to the software issue in the affected vehicles. Dealers will update the brake control module software to address the problem at no cost to customers, with some unsold vehicles receiving the update over-the-air. All affected vehicles are under warranty, so there should be no need for customer reimbursement.
Affected owners of the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV can expect to receive notification through the mail starting March 3. In the meantime, they can contact Chevy’s customer service department at 800-222-1020 and reference recall number N242481530 for more information. This recall is the second for the 2025 Equinox EV, following a previous recall in December 2024 related to the pedestrian warning systems being too quiet. The Equinox EV, which launched as a 2024 model, offered new configurations for the 2025 model year, including a $34,995 version with 319 miles of EPA range.
Overall, General Motors is taking proactive steps to address safety concerns with the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV by issuing a recall for vehicles with the affected adaptive cruise control system. Drivers are advised to be extra vigilant when using the system and to manually apply the brakes if necessary. With dealers providing the necessary software update at no charge, GM is prioritizing customer safety and ensuring that all affected vehicles remain under warranty. Owners of the affected vehicles should expect to receive notification of the recall and can contact Chevy’s customer service for further information.
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