Insufficient pedestrian warning sound/fmvss 141
Defect Summary
General motors, llc (gm) is recalling certain 2025-2026 equinox ev vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may not produce a sufficient change in volume between the vehicle being stopped and moving at low speeds. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 141, "minimum sound requirements for hybrid and electric vehicles."
Safety Consequence
A vehicle that does not emit sufficient sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a moving vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action
The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 29, 2026. Owners may contact gm customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Gm's number for this recall is n252530690. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on december 18, 2025.
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FAQ: Recall 25V878000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V878000?
NHTSA recall 25V878000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on December 18, 2025. It addresses: Insufficient pedestrian warning sound/fmvss 141. The recall affects approximately 81,177 vehicles, with the defect involving the Back Over Prevention component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V878000 or the manufacturer campaign number N252530690. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.