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NHTSA crash test of the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox Ev

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2024 Chevrolet Equinox Ev

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
106Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE CHEVROLET EQUINOX EV

The Chevrolet Equinox EV is a fully electric compact SUV targeting mainstream American families and commuters who want an affordable entry point into battery-electric motoring without sacrificing practicality. Positioned squarely against the Tesla Model Y and Ford Mustang Mach-E, it brings Chevy's familiar crossover formula into the EV era, aiming at value-conscious buyers who want a five-passenger hauler with modern technology.

VERDICT

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox Ev earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers 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.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 9.9%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19085

Index breakdown

Crash protection70/70
Avoidance tech2/10
Defect record18.5/20
Forward collision warning: Standard & OptionalLane departure warning: Standard & OptionalStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT25V639000

Risk: A vehicle that fails to make sufficient sound may result in pedestrians being unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: The vehicle's body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252527170.

Reported 2025-09-25

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

106 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

1reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsVisibility/Wiper 58Forward Collision Avoidance 24Unknown Or Other 14Service Brakes 10Electrical System 8Back Over Prevention 6

Other Equinox Ev years

Rivals in SUV (2024)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 19085), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Chevrolet Equinox Ev 2024. Class rank 29 of 144 in SUV 2024. Methodology · Disclosure