2025 Chevrolet EQUINOX EV problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
163 owner complaints analyzed
6 distinct recall campaigns
500 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2025 model year. Data snapshot: . 3 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Visibility/Wiper is the most frequently named component, appearing in 80 of 163 complaints (49.1%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 48 | 29.4% |
| Transmission and shifting | 6 | 3.7% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 6 | 3.7% |
| Steering behavior | 5 | 3.1% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 0.6% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 80 |
| Unknown Or Other | 26 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 25 |
| Service Brakes | 20 |
| Electrical System | 17 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 16 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
Visibility/Wiper: 80; Unknown Or Other: 26; Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking: 25; Service Brakes: 20; Electrical System: 17; Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control: 16; Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: 9; Vehicle Speed Control: 5
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 3 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 3; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (3). 160 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 12 |
| 2025 | 135 |
| 2026 | 16 |
2024: 12; 2025: 135; 2026: 16
Pattern summary
Visibility/Wiper leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 48 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 6 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 6 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11627575 · 2024-11-26 (November 26, 2024)
Brand new Chevrolet Equinox EV. When Adaptive Cruise Control is engaged, vehicle will accelerate or coast to mach speed of vehicle ahead, but will not engage brakes. ACC would collide with vehicle ahead unless driver acts. Problem is ongoing. Not one-time. Have scheduled dealer service.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11627575 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11634073 · 2025-01-04 (January 4, 2025)
Does not adapt to front vehicles speed, just stays at the speed it is set at. I have to hit the brakes to disconnect ACC.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11634073 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11631131 · 2024-12-17 (December 17, 2024)
The reflection of the grate on the dashboard on the windshield creating astigmatism; blurs my vision beyond the point of distraction. My eyes hurt after a short period trying to adjust to the shifting grate. I have informed my salesman at the dealership. Seeking a solution.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11631131 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11670917 · 2025-07-02 (July 2, 2025)
Equinox Ev Multiple charging errors Replaced 3x’s Phantom automatic braking Transmission error. Getting stuck in reverse while trying to move forward
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11670917 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11638427 · 2025-01-24 (January 24, 2025)
Service High Voltage System Error. Lithium-Ion Battery and 12V Battery require your attention. Brand New vehicle, should not be getting errors.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11638427 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11659165 · 2025-05-06 (May 6, 2025)
Glaring Issue. High Voltage Battery keeps popping up error
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11659165 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11629450 · 2024-12-07 (December 7, 2024)
The turn signal going in either direction has 2 positions. The first is regular on that keeps the turn signal on until it is turned off or until steering wheel is turned off. The other position is the “flick” that flashes the signal 3 times and turns it off on its own. When I set my turn signal to the regular on position to turn right, after I complete my turn the signal turns itself off and goes into the default off position. However when returning itself into the off position, it ends up going into the “flick” position for left turn. The sign…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11629450 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11638581 · 2025-01-26 (January 26, 2025)
When taking a right turn and letting the steering wheel return the signal stalk to the center the left turn signal will flash 3 times as if a 'soft turn' was requested.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11638581 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11632129 · 2024-12-23 (December 23, 2024)
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV. The contact stated that after charging the electric motor, the vehicle immediately lost charge within twenty minutes of driving. The contact stated that the vehicle would not properly remain charged. The contact was concerned that the vehicle might lose automotive power and stall. The vehicle also failed to blow warm air, making it difficult to defrost the windows. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the fai…
Owner-reported narrative. 50 miles reported. Look up ODI 11632129 at NHTSA ↗