How many brake complaints does the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV have?

NHTSA lists 20 brake-related complaints for the 2025 Equinox EV, making up 12% of the 163 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV brakes?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this brake complaint category for the 2025 model year.

Have there been crashes or injuries linked to these brake complaints?

Yes. NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint category for the 2025 Equinox EV includes 3 crashes and 2 injuries, with no reported fires.

Is the brake complaint rate worse than the 2024 Equinox EV?

Yes, based on share of total complaints. The 2025 model shows a 12% share of brake complaints versus a 10% share for the 2024 model year.

2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 20 brake complaints for the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV, 12% of its 163 total complaints, versus 11 complaints (10% share) for the 2024 model year. Three crashes and two injuries are tied to this area, with no related recalls filed.

Brakes complaints: 20; 12% of 163
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: —
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the vehicle rolling or lurching forward when the brake pedal is pressed, sometimes causing a collision.
Some drivers describe brakes failing to slow the car on downhill grades even when pressed as hard as possible.
Several complaints describe adaptive cruise control or automatic braking failing to engage, allowing the car to close in on vehicles ahead.
Owners report sudden, aggressive automatic braking (phantom braking) at low speed or highway speed with no obstacle present, sometimes locking the wheels.
One-pedal driving and regenerative braking reportedly stop working intermittently, requiring the vehicle to be turned off and restarted.
One owner described the ABS system engaging on a downhill dirt road and staying engaged for about two minutes without adequately slowing the car.

When 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV brake complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 26, 2024, latest Sep 2, 2026.

20 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2024 to Sep 2026; peak Aug 2025 (5).

Brakes recalls for the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Equinox EV model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

202411 (10%)
202520 (12%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV have?: NHTSA lists 20 brake-related complaints for the 2025 Equinox EV, making up 12% of the 163 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV brakes?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this brake complaint category for the 2025 model year.
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to these brake complaints?: Yes. NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint category for the 2025 Equinox EV includes 3 crashes and 2 injuries, with no reported fires.
Is the brake complaint rate worse than the 2024 Equinox EV?: Yes, based on share of total complaints. The 2025 model shows a 12% share of brake complaints versus a 10% share for the 2024 model year.