Chevrolet Equinox EV complaints by model year
281 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2025 | 163 | 4 | 0 | 6 |
| 2024 | 107 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2024–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 58 | 80 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 25 | 41 | 10 |
| Unknown or other | 14 | 26 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 11 | 20 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 17 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 5 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Chevrolet Equinox EV recalls (7)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Equinox EV model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V114000 | Feb 26, 2026 | Missing Owner's Manual/FMVSS 208 | 2025, 2026 | 63.2% |
| 25V878000 | Dec 18, 2025 | Insufficient Pedestrian Warning Sound/FMVSS 141 | 2025, 2026 | 93.7% |
| 25V704000 | Oct 16, 2025 | Tire Tread May Detach | 2025, 2026 | 86.3% |
| 25V639000 | Sep 25, 2025 | Insufficient Pedestrian Warning Sound/FMVSS 141 | 2024 | 88.2% |
| 25V012000 | Jan 16, 2025 | Adaptive Cruise Control May Not Activate Brakes | 2025 | 96.4% |
| 24V925000 | Dec 12, 2024 | Insufficient Pedestrian Warning Sound/FMVSS 141 | 2025 | 94.5% |
| 24V737000 | Oct 2, 2024 | Vehicle Door May Open Unexpectedly | 2025 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | suv fwd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | suv fwd |
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | suv fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Chevrolet Equinox EV FAQ
How many recalls has the Chevrolet Equinox EV had?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns that cover at least one Chevrolet Equinox EV model year from 2024 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common Chevrolet Equinox EV problems?
Across the 2024–2026 model years, owners most often name the visibility/wiper, forward collision avoidance, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Chevrolet Equinox EV get?
EPA rates the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV at 108 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.