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OnStar Telematics module - no dates for backorder part is unacceptable
my 2025 Equinox EV (4000 miles) also has a failed Telematics module (as of 2.1.25) with a "backorder" status and dealer has no idea when it'll be in. Not only does it affect OnStar, but gps/maps/charger near you dont work either. You have to guess and figure it out manually. The car thinks I'm hundreds of miles from where I actually am and doesn't change location. This is unacceptable in any vehicle, but especially an EV which relies on the information to travel
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- rtHoneyNew Contributor II
I'm all fixed up now. Surprisingly, I only had to wait 2 weeks to get my telematics module replaced. I was comp,etely surprised when they called to scheule the replacement. I hope the rest of you don't have too wait long. The fact that there is NO date with backorders is a serious issue that GM needs to get under control. My dealership is saying that they have immense difficulty getting all sorts of parts
- FletchNew Contributor III
@rtHoney - keep us informed!
- rtHoneyNew Contributor II
There might be hope out there....I was pleasantly surprised to get a call from my chevy dealer this morning telling me my telematics module is in! I have an appointment for 2/25 to get replaced. Fingers crossed.
- Advisor_HelenModerator
This is great to hear! Thank you kindly for the update regarding your OnStar hardware and appointment. Again, our team is an email away if you would like any additional assistance with your appointment.
- jalouzadoNew Contributor
Hi, I find myself in the same situation. My equinox ev telematic module stopped working about 2 month in aftert buying the car. The silence from the dealership is louder than my parrot. This is unbelievable
- redhotsilveradoNew Contributor
GM... WHEN IS THIS GOING TO BE FIXED? 4.5 MONTHS NOW I'VE BEEN WAITING! DEALER IS AWARE BUT NO UPDATES ANYWHERE!!!!!
- mscardona1Contributor II
Going on a year now myself!
LOL GM calls me this morning to tell me my car is in the shop and the dealership was experiencing issues with the part…meanwhile I’M SITTING IN THE DAMN THING!
My car hasn’t seen the dealership except for my oil change and since I took it last year when they informed me about the module which I was told I’d probably get a new car before that module gets fixed. 2 year wait time?!?!?! Well at least that was honest enough… it’s going on a year now! - ChevyGuy80New Contributor
Did you ever get the replacement module?
- Advisor_HelenModerator
We do understand the frustrations associated with ongoing delays. Our team appreciates your comment. If you are currently working alongside your certified GM dealer, we would like to assist further with any ongoing communication. Feel free to email socialmedia@gm.com. This will allow us to best assist you moving forward.
- lexi3175New Contributor
You posted this 9 months ago and this is still an issue. My onstar had been out a few weeks and has been at the dealership waiting for backorder parts. What is GM doing to rectify this situation?
- 2500BigTruckNew Contributor
Is there any update on when the OnStar modules will become readily available? My 2500 Sierra 2500 needs a module and my dealer can give me no estimate of when the part will be available?
- Advisor_HelenModerator
While our care teams are unable to provide you with a direct timeline, we can connect with your certified GM dealership and provide you with an additional layer of support regarding any repairs. If you are currently working alongside your service team, and are interested in further communications, you can email socialmedia@gm.com with ATTN: OnStar Community/2500BigTruck in the subject headline. This will allow us to locate your post and assist in any way that we can.
- rtHoneyNew Contributor II
I am working with my Chevy Dealer, but this issue needs to garner for attention from GM parts and Service
- Advisor_HelenModerator
Understood. Thank you kindly for following up with us. So we may gain additional clarity regarding your current situation, don't hesitate to send us an email with ATTN: OnStar Community/rtHoney in the subject headline. We are here to help to the best of our abilities.
- Advisor_HelenModerator
Thank you for bringing this part delay to our attention. We understand the frustrations this can cause. To further clarify, are you currently working alongside a certified GM dealership regarding your OnStar hardware? If you need an additional layer of assistance regarding parts, please email socialmedia@gm.com with more information. While we cannot expedite your module, we can keep in touch with your dealer and provide any available updates along the way.
- rcwjrNew Contributor
This moderators canned responses are almost as irritating as the lack of any answers!
These complaints have been going on for months with no answer from any dealership or GM!
If GM made a decision to go with a supplier with this kind of failure rate, admit it and get it corrected.
Please do not hide behind canned responses and give loyal customers an answer!