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Chevrolet Equinox EV Safety
NHTSA safety across every Chevrolet Equinox EV model year we cover.
Across the 3 model years of the Chevrolet Equinox EV we cover (2024 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2024 at 91 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2025 at 84. 10 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Chevrolet Equinox EV has not yet been rated by NHTSA, rendering a comprehensive safety assessment impossible at this time. Without crash-test results, recall data, or owner complaints, no Safety Index score can be computed. This publication will issue a full report upon the release of the necessary federal safety data.
The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV achieves a rare perfect sweep of 5 out of 5 stars in frontal, side, and rollover crash testing from NHTSA. This performance underpins an Exceptional Safety Index score of 91 out of 100, the highest for the model across the 2024-2025 review period. It is a robust crash-test performance for a compact SUV. However, the ownership record presents a more complex picture. Seven recalls have been issued across the 2024 and 2025 model years, a notable volume for a newly introduced vehicle. Prospective owners should confirm their specific VIN is clear of open recalls. Additionally, 265 owner complaints are on file with NHTSA. These include 5 reported crash allegations and 2 reported injury allegations, a significant number for a vehicle in its initial production years. No fire complaints or reported deaths are indicated in the data. The Equinox EV demonstrates strong crashworthiness based on its NHTSA ratings. However, the recall frequency and complaint volume indicate that buyers should remain vigilant regarding service campaigns and monitor official safety databases as the model matures.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Equinox EV as a compelling and well-rounded entry in the affordable electric SUV segment, praising its competitive pricing, spacious interior, and straightforward usability. Most find it a mature, accessible choice for mainstream buyers stepping into electric vehicles, though some note that its technology ecosystem and charging network still trail class leaders.
- The Equinox EV earned a best NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band, and achieved five-star ratings in all three crash-test categories, frontal, side, and rollover, in its best-tested year.
- Seven recalls across the 2024-2025 model years is an elevated count for a nameplate this new. Shoppers should run their VIN through NHTSA's recall database and confirm all open campaigns have been completed before purchase.
- Owner complaints total 265 across covered years, including 5 unverified crash allegations and 2 unverified injury allegations. While these are not confirmed findings, the volume for a vehicle in only its first two years on sale is worth monitoring as NHTSA investigates further.
- No fire-related complaints are recorded in the covered data, which is a notable data point for an electric vehicle, but buyers should still register their vehicle with GM so they receive timely recall and safety notifications.
Most-recalled year on record: 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV with 6 recalls.