GM is recalling the Chevy Equinox EV again, but it should be an easy fix this time

Chevy’s electric SUV is getting recalled again due to a defect with the adaptive cruise control. GM issued the recall on Wednesday, impacting nearly 3,000 Chevy Equinox EV AWD models. Here’s how they plan to fix it.

Chevy Equinox EV recall for 2025 AWD models

GM sent a letter to the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA) on Wednesday, notifying the agency of plans to recall certain 2025 Chevy Equinox EV AWD models.

The recall is due to faulty adaptive cruise control software that could cause the brakes to fail to engage as expected. GM said an incorrect software calibration in the brake system control module (BSCM) prevents the vehicle’s adaptive cruise control feature from braking as designed.

When the feature is active, the vehicle may not brake or slow as designed. In October, an engineer submitted a report to GM’s Speak Up Safety program after a test vehicle did not stop as expected.

On November 8, 2024, GM opened an investigation and found that the software in the BSCM for certain 2025 AWD models was incorrectly set.

The recall only impacts 2025 Chevy Equinox EV AWD models not equipped with GM’s Super Cruise. FWD and AWD models that have Super Cruise are not included.

GM dealers will update the software calibration free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to go out on March 3, 2025.

If you have questions, you can contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM’s recall number is N242481530. You can also contact the NHTSA using their hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit the nhtsa.gov website. The NHTSA campaign number is 25V012000.

The news comes after GM recalled just over 7,600 2025 Equinox EVs last month because the pedestrian alert system was too quiet.

Chevy’s electric Equinox was the eighth best-selling EV in the US last year, with nearly 29,000 models sold. The electric SUV is poised for another breakout year with the lower-priced LT trim now available, starting at just $35,000.

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