2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV Problems: 2 Issues Every Owner Should Know
2025 model year · 0+ owner reports · Updated April 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 0+ owner reports, the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV has 2 documented known issues. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. Across all issues, repair costs range from $0 to $500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
All 2 Known Issues
On the 2024-2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV, as a first-model-year EV on GM's Ultium platform, the Equinox EV experiences various software glitches including infotainment freezing, incorrect range estimates, phantom driver assistance warnings, and occasional 12V auxiliary battery management issues. These are typical new-platform teething problems.
Common Symptoms
- Infotainment screen freezes or goes black
- Incorrect range estimate
- False collision warnings
- Vehicle fails to enter Ready mode
- 12V battery drain overnight
How to Fix
Keep the vehicle software updated via OTA updates — GM is actively pushing fixes. Perform a vehicle reset by parking, locking, and waiting 5 minutes before restarting. For persistent issues, the dealer can perform a full system reflash. The 12V battery may need replacement if it was drained by a software bug.
What Owners Are Using
Parts and tips from 0+ owners who fixed this issue
- UpgradeHigh-performance AGM battery with excellent cold cranking amps and deep cycle capability (Optima RedTop AGM Battery)
- UpgradeOEM-quality replacement battery with reliable performance (ACDelco Professional AGM Battery)
- UpgradeAutomatic battery maintainer to prevent parasitic drain issues during storage (Battery Tender Junior 12V Battery Charger Maintainer)
- UpgradeProfessional OBD-II diagnostic scanner for reading infotainment and body module codes (BlueDriver Bluetooth Pro OBD2 Scan Tool)
On the 2024-2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV, the regenerative braking system exhibits inconsistent behavior depending on battery state of charge and temperature. One-pedal driving mode can feel jerky or abrupt at low speeds, and the transition between regenerative and friction braking is not always smooth. Cold weather significantly reduces regen capacity.
Common Symptoms
- Jerky deceleration in one-pedal mode
- Inconsistent braking feel
- Regen reduced warning in cold weather
- Abrupt transition from regen to friction braking
How to Fix
GM has released software updates that improve regen braking calibration — ensure the latest version is installed. Pre-condition the battery in cold weather by using the scheduled departure feature. If the jerkiness is severe, the dealer can recalibrate the brake blending module. Regen limitations in cold weather are normal for all EVs.
What Owners Are Using
Parts and tips from 0+ owners who fixed this issue
- UpgradeMobil 1 75W-90 synthetic gear oil for differential and transfer case (Mobil 1 Synthetic Gear Oil 75W-90)
- UpgradeFel-Pro gasket kit for drivetrain service (Fel-Pro Gasket Kit)