Chevrolet Recalls 23,000 Equinox Vehicles Over Pedestrian Alert

Chevrolet, a brand of General Motors, is recalling about 23,000 electric sport utility vehicles due to a problem with their pedestrian alert systems. 

The volume of the alert sound may not be loud enough when the vehicle starts moving at low speeds, the carmaker recently told federal regulators. That could result in nearby pedestrians being “unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.”

Electric and hybrid cars are much quieter than internal-combustion engine vehicles. That means pedestrians, especially those who are visually impaired, and others may not be aware when the cars are oncoming. Newer electric vehicle models are required under federal law to be equipped with a pedestrian warning sound.

The recall covers certain 2024 Equinox SUVs, which were produced between August 2023 and August 2024. 

General Motors plans to notify owners of recalled vehicles by Nov. 10. It said it is “developing a remedy” for the issue, which is likely to be deployed through a software update. 

This is not the only safety issue facing Equinox drivers.

GM announced in October that it is recalling certain Equinox electric SUVs, as well as Cadillac Optiq SUVs, over faulty tires that could fall apart. The tread on the tires is susceptible to wear and tear and could detach, the company said. 

In 2023, GM called back some 23,000 Equinox and Terrain SUVs, citing defective fuel pumps. The automaker said the pumps could fail suddenly, causing the vehicles to stall without warning.

California Lemon Law Rights for Equinox Drivers

These kinds of recalls, sadly, have become standard among GM and other major auto manufacturers. The companies call back millions of vehicles every single year, often citing significant defects that pose serious safety risks.

Fortunately, car owners and lessors in California do not need to wait around for recalls to get defective vehicles fixed. You have some valuable rights and protections under the state’s lemon law.

The lemon law, known formally as the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, generally requires auto manufacturers to perform repairs on vehicles while they are under warranty. It also forces carmakers to buy back vehicles that they are unable or simply refuse to fix. That means compensating the owner for the vehicle’s purchase price, along with financing charges, rental car costs and other related expenses.

There is no specific number of repair requests or attempts that must occur before the buyback requirement kicks in. An experienced California lemon lawyer can help you understand your rights and take action.

Talk with a Los Angeles Lemon Law Attorney

If you have been stuck with a defective or malfunctioning vehicle, a Los Angeles lemon law attorney at Bickel Sannipoli APC can help you fight back. Our attorneys combine decades of experience in these cases and have a strong track record of successful results.

Call us at (888) 800-1983 or contact us online to speak with a Los Angeles lemon law attorney.