Chevrolet Equinox EV reliability: common problems by model year

Across 3 model years, the Chevrolet Equinox EV has 281 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 10 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are visibility/wiper and forward collision avoidance. 2025 drew the most complaints (163), 2026 the fewest (11).

3
Model years tracked
281
Owner complaints
10
Recalls
107
Median per year

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles (US, public record).

Which Equinox EV years have the most problems?

Complaint volume by model year. Raw NHTSA totals, not adjusted for sales volume or time on the road, so older and higher-selling years accumulate more. Every year links to its full breakdown.

YearComplaints
202611
2025163
2024107

Highest: 2025 (163 complaints). Lowest: 2026 (11).

Where owners report problems

visibility/wiper138
forward collision avoidance76
service brakes34
electrical system25
back over prevention7

What owners say

Owners generally view the Equinox EV as a strong value proposition, especially when factoring in substantial rebates, tax credits, and dealer discounts that can bring the price down significantly.

  • RecurrentEarly Ultium platform teething issues, especially with technology
  • RecurrentLack of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is a deal-breaker for some
  • RecurrentRelatively slow DC fast charging compared to competitors (10-80% in about 40 minutes)
  • IsolatedService High Voltage System alert appearing very early in ownership (within 2 miles)
  • IsolatedTurn signal stalk sometimes slaps too hard after a turn and activates the opposite direction

Owner insights cover all generations of the Equinox EV. Individual model years are broken down above.

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