GM Recalls Over 40,000 Chevrolet Blazer EVs Due to Brake Malfunction Risk

Hadisur Rahman, JadeTimes Staff

H. Rahman is a Jadetimes news reporter covering Business

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General Motors (GM) has issued a nationwide recall of more than 40,000 Chevrolet Blazer electric SUVs amid growing concerns over a potentially hazardous brake system issue. The defect, according to federal safety regulators, could result in the unintended activation or failure of the parking brake, significantly increasing the risk of accidents.

The recall, officially filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on June 26, affects 40,233 units of the 2024 and 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV models. This move comes after GM received at least four complaints from vehicle owners who either received a "Service Parking Brake" warning or experienced the inability to shift out of park issues that could indicate compromised vehicle control or sudden immobilization on the road.

At the core of the issue is the rear parking brake wiring harness, which GM said may become damaged or corroded over time. This could lead to either:

• Unintended activation of the electronic parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, or

• A complete loss of parking brake function, which could allow a parked vehicle to roll away if not properly secured.

The defect poses a serious risk, especially in hilly or high-traffic areas, as either malfunction could cause a crash or injury if the vehicle behaves unexpectedly.

Chevrolet Blazer EV Models Affected:

• 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV

• 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV

Owners of these models are urged to check their vehicle’s recall status as soon as possible.

GM has stated that authorized Chevrolet dealers will provide free inspections and repairs to affected vehicles. According to the NHTSA:

• Dealers will inspect the parking brake wiring harness.

• If no damage is found, technicians will reroute the harness and install anti-abrasive tape to prevent future corrosion or wear.

• If any damage is detected, the entire harness will be replaced at no cost to the owner.

The manufacturer has not reported any known crashes or injuries related to the defect at the time of the announcement.

Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed no later than August 11, 2025. Chevrolet owners will be informed of the issue and given instructions on how to proceed with the free inspection and repair process.

To find out whether your vehicle is included in this recall, you can:

• Visit the official NHTSA recall website at nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

• Contact Chevrolet customer service directly at 1-800-222-1020 and reference Recall No. N252503010.

This is the latest in a series of major auto recalls in 2025, affecting several major automakers across the U.S. market. Just last week:

• Ford announced five new recalls involving safety concerns in various models.

• Ram recalled over 200,000 vehicles due to engine software issues.

• Volkswagen and Nissan have each issued recalls affecting over 170,000 and 79,000 vehicles respectively.

• Toyota, one of GM's major competitors, has recalled more than 440,000 vehicles this year alone due to airbag and seatbelt-related issues.

These widespread recalls are part of ongoing efforts by regulators and automakers to ensure vehicle safety in an evolving industry marked by rapid adoption of electronic and autonomous systems in vehicles.

As electric vehicles (EVs) become more mainstream, safety concerns related to their complex electronic systems including brakes, steering, and propulsion are coming under greater scrutiny. The Chevrolet Blazer EV was marketed as a next-generation SUV for tech-savvy, eco-conscious drivers. However, even state-of-the-art vehicles are susceptible to mechanical or software flaws.

GM's prompt response to the issue, including free repairs and public transparency, is expected to minimize customer backlash. Nonetheless, consumer advocates urge vehicle owners to act quickly once notification letters are sent out to ensure that no lives are put at risk due to preventable mechanical issues.