General Motors, LLC recalls 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV

Recall date

December 12, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

24V925000

Brand / firm

Chevrolet

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 7,606 units

Why it was recalled

A vehicle that fails to make sufficient sound may result in pedestrians being unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may have incorrect software and not produce sound at a sufficient volume. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."

What to do

Dealers will update the software in the body control module (BCM), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242479760.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.