2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV Parking Brake Recall (25V433)
General Motors, LLC · 40,233 vehicles · Reported June 25, 2025
General Motors, LLC is recalling 40,233 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. 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. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 25V433 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V433000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | N252503010 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | June 25, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV |
| Units affected | 40,233 |
| Build dates | October 5, 2022 to August 1, 2024 |
| Component | Parking Brake |
| Safety 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 | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV in 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.
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.
Is it safe to drive a 2024-2025 Blazer EV with recall 25V433?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: 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.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: 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.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the parking brake.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V433?
Recall 25V433 covers 40,233 vehicles: 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV.
NHTSA lists 40,233 vehicles in this campaign, built October 5, 2022 to August 1, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | Chevrolet | Blazer EV |
What is the fix for the Blazer EV parking brake recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect the harness and, if necessary, reroute the harness and install anti-abrasive tape.
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.
When was recall 25V433 announced?
General Motors, LLC reported recall 25V433 to NHTSA on June 25, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| October 5, 2022 | First affected vehicle built (per General Motors, LLC's filing). |
| August 1, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| June 25, 2025 | General Motors, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V433000. |
| October 1, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 15 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 666 days. If your Blazer EV was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Blazer EV is part of recall 25V433?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V433 is open on your Blazer EV, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 25V433000 is open on your Blazer EV, it will be listed there, along with Chevrolet recall number N252503010. You can also ask any Chevrolet dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Blazer EV owners do about recall 25V433?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 25V433000 applies to your Blazer EV.
- Call a Chevrolet dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any parking brake symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Blazer EV owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 97 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 31 of them about the brakes.
Since recall 25V433 was reported on June 25, 2025, owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the brakes on these vehicles. 6 of them (25%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the brakes and were received on or after June 25, 2025, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related brakes issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 97 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 31 of them involve the brakes. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV: 78 complaints in total, 24 about the brakes
- 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV: 19 complaints in total, 7 about the brakes
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
When the Automatic Emergency Braking system is enabled, it will suddenly brake when in reverse even though there is no obstacle at the back. The braking is so sudden that it is painful. I reported it to the dealership but they never got back to me about a solution.
2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV owner, NM, NHTSA complaint 11638975, filed January 27, 2025
On April 7, 2025 while backing out of the driveway, my son's car abruptly stopped. The manhole cover at the end of our driveway triggered the emergency braking system. My head was slammed against the headrest and caused a great deal of pain in my head.
2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11655089, filed April 16, 2025
After getting the recall repaired (which I was never informed of and I had the parking brake engage as I was travelling 30 mph causing me to skid down the road) I got the vehicle back and the very next day it was the same issue and the abs and traction control light came on…
2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV owner, WV, NHTSA complaint 11672830, filed July 11, 2025
Can recall 25V433 make my Blazer EV a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 25V433000 does not automatically make your Blazer EV a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Brake defects are safety defects. California's lemon law presumption can apply after two repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, when the manufacturer has been notified directly.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 25V433
Did the recall 25V433 fix work?
Since recall 25V433 was reported on June 25, 2025, owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the brakes on these vehicles. 6 of them (25%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 25V433000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Blazer EV is part of recall 25V433000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 25V433000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Chevrolet. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.