2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV recalls and problems

The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV has 4 safety recalls and 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
21
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV recalls

Recall 26V-717: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Oct 29, 2026 · 67,380 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023–2027 Cadillac LYRIQ, 2025–2026 model year Cadillac CELESTIQ, 2024–2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV, and 2026-2027 Cadillac VISTIQ vehicles. The brake system control module (BSCM) contains a software defect that may cause a loss of braking during certain driving conditions.

Risk: A loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: The BSCM software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 14, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262570900. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 29, 2026.

Recall 26V-031: Parking Brake

Reported Jan 22, 2026 · 20 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 25V433. The rear parking brake wiring harness may become damaged or corroded, resulting in unintended activation of the parking brake or loss of the parking brake function.

Risk: Unintended activation of the parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash. Loss of the parking brake function while parked can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the chassis harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 25, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252532830.

Recall 25V-433: Parking Brake

Reported Jun 25, 2025 · 40,233 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV vehicles. The rear parking brake wiring harness may become damaged or corroded, resulting in unintended activation of the parking brake or loss of the parking brake function.

Risk: Unintended activation of the parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash. Loss of the parking brake function while parked can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the harness and, if necessary, reroute the harness and install anti-abrasive tape. Any harness that has existing damage will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252503010.

Recall 24V-737: Latches/Locks/Linkages

Reported Oct 2, 2024 · 731 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, and Equinox vehicles. The door strikers were not properly heat-treated, which can cause them to break.

Risk: A broken door striker can cause the door to open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace all four side door strikers and attachment bolts, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters are expected to be mailed. Owners may call Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242477131.

2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Forward Collision Avoidance16
Service Brakes7
Electrical System5
Back Over Prevention4
Structure2
Visibility/Wiper2
Unknown or Other2
Lane Departure2
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Parking Brake1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Communication1

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 7
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 5
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 2
  • Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 2
  • Structure › Body — 1
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
  • Lane Departure › Warning — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 4,100 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Forward Collision Avoidance · at 10,000 miles · reported Sep 21, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced repeated phantom braking while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that the automatic emergency braking system activated erroneously. The automatic emergency braking system was deactivated to prevent the failure; however, after a software update at the dealer during a radio repair, the feature automatically activated. After the update, the phantom braking reoccurred on several occasions. The contact had successfully disabled the feature again but remained concerned that the system might activate…
Unknown or Other · reported Sep 14, 2026
I am concerned about a significant safety issue with my 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV. On at least four separate occasions, the vehicle has unexpectedly applied extremely hard Rear Automatic Braking while I was backing up, despite there being no object, vehicle, person, or obstacle behind the vehicle. The braking is so abrupt and forceful that it feels as though the vehicle has collided with something. Because the driver is typically looking over their shoulder while reversing, the sudden stop causes a violent jolt. This has resulted in neck pain and headaches for me and my son on multiple…
Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Sep 13, 2026
While backing into parking at a Humble Cow ice cream place. My 2025 Chevy Blazer EV AWD slammed to a stop. I was going 4 mph my spouses head hit the head rest and caused severe pain and stress. We had to go to the emergency room for treatment. This has happened 6 other times 3 since having the required updates and replacement of modules that took several months to complete. She was given medication and lytocain patches for the trauma of her neck and head. She is now afraid to drive in my vehicle. I looked up the situation and found on Reddit and the internet that this is a known issue with…
Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Jul 14, 2026
Attempting to merge into another lane today. Collision warning emergency breaking triggered and break checked the vehicle behind me. Almost caused me to be rear ended by the vehicle behind me.
Service Brakes · reported May 13, 2026
This is now the second report from this vehicle with similar issues. This incident happened when in reverse with nothing behind me, the vehicle slammed on its brakes. No audible warning in the vehicle and nothing showing on the dashboard. The vehicle just applied emergency braking. This was a witnessed event.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV: 26V-717 (service brakes, hydraulic), 26V-031 (parking brake), 25V-433 (parking brake), 24V-737 (latches/locks/linkages). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV?

Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (16 reports), followed by service brakes (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 4,100 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.