Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- April 1, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brands
- Chevrolet, General Motors
- Category
- Vehicles & Parts
- Sold At
- Unknown
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT, PETS
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Chevrolet, General Motors
- Product type
- Electric SUV (Chevrolet Equinox EV)
- Model numbers
- EQUINOX EV
- Sold at
- Unknown
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
April 1, 2026
Reported by NHTSA
April 1, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
A vehicle that does not automatically brake as expected increases the risk of a crash.
What You Should Do
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.
About This Product
The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV is a compact all-electric SUV from GM. It uses adaptive cruise control and electric braking systems.
Why This Is Dangerous
A brake software fault may prevent automatic braking when adaptive cruise control is engaged, increasing crash risk.
Industry Context
This recall is part of routine software-related brake system updates common in modern EVs.
Real-World Impact
Owners may face unexpected braking behavior. The fix is a dealer software update at no cost, with letters mailed Feb 13, 2025.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check if your 2025 Equinox EV is AWD
- Verify your vehicle identification number (VIN) against GM recall list
- Look for NHTSA number 25V012000 and GM number N242481530 on recall notices
Where to find product info
Recall numbers and dealer instructions are available at nhtsa.gov and Chevrolet customer service.
What timeline to expect
Updates typically completed within days to weeks once scheduled by the dealer.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Escalate with Chevrolet customer service
- File a complaint with NHTSA if the dealer delays the repair
- Seek lawyer assistance if unsafe conditions persist
How to prevent similar issues
- Keep vehicle software updated
- Monitor for recall notices from GM and NHTSA
- Regularly service braking system
- Ensure you are within full recall coverage for software updates
Documentation advice
Keep recall letters, dealer appointment records, and any communications with GM or dealer.
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Product Details
Model: CHEVROLET EQUINOX EV. Year: 2025. Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC. Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Recall number: N242481530. Dates: Recall active as of 2026-04-01. Sold since: Unknown. Price: Unknown.
Reported Incidents
No specific incidents or injuries are cited in the provided information.
Key Facts
- Recall involves 2025 CHEVROLET EQUINOX EV AWD
- Adaptive cruise control may not engage brakes as expected
- Software calibration update required at dealership
- Free remedy via dealer software update
- Owner letters mailed February 13, 2025
- GM recall number N242481530
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