VIN 1GNEVHKW8JJ148388 identifies a sport utility vehicle โ the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse LT. This specific unit was assembled at the LANSING - DELTA TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Chevrolet's North American production plants. It is equipped with AWD/All-Wheel Drive and a 3.6L 6 Cyl engine.
This vehicle carries an 2 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include power train:automatic transmission, air bags:critical fasteners. All recalls must be repaired by a Chevrolet dealer at no charge to the owner. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 23 MPG combined (19 city / 29 highway), which represents moderate fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $2700 at national average gas prices. It scores 5/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 396 g COโ/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2018 Chevrolet Traverse LT falls in an estimated used-market range of $14,900โ$21,400. The recall history may provide some negotiating leverage. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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About the 2018 CHEVROLET Traverse
The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse is a sport utility vehicle. For detailed model history and owner reviews, see Edmunds, Car and Driver, or Consumer Reports for the 2018 model year evaluation.
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Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Plant: LANSING - DELTA TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
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NHTSA Recalls
2 Open Recalls
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet...
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017...
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Owner Complaints
445 filed with NHTSA
Engine light came on. Car started shaking and making...
Transmission had a shutter when we bought it from...
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Fuel Economy
23 MPG Combined
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 29 MPG
Combined: 23 MPG
Fuel: Gasoline
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$14,900โ$21,400
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General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6...
Risk: Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The...
21V24600008/04/2021
AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.
Risk: Unsecured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were...
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
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Owner Complaints
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE06/14/2026
Engine light came on. Car started shaking and making...
Engine light came on. Car started shaking and making noise when shifting. Speed would not increase while driving. When shifting into park the car does not recognize thatโs...
POWER TRAIN06/14/2026
Transmission had a shutter when we bought it from...
Transmission had a shutter when we bought it from a dealership at approximately 80,000 miles and after taking it back to dealership 2 different times we were told...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER06/14/2026
Car not registering that its in park, it sometimes...
Car not registering that its in park, it sometimes takes up to 30 minutes of needing this to shut off and with hot tempatures and young children this...
POWER TRAIN06/11/2026
Shifter assembly- Shift to Park. The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse...
Shifter assembly- Shift to Park. The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse repeatedly shows a shift to park message when the vehicle is already in park, this causes the vehicle to...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE06/09/2026
Repeated problems trying to turn off vehicle with a...
Repeated problems trying to turn off vehicle with a "Shift to Park" notification being displayed. It took numerous attempts each time of banging the shift lever and flicking...
POWER TRAIN06/09/2026
I purchase my 2018 Traverse in 2020 from day...
I purchase my 2018 Traverse in 2020 from day one there was a transmission problem. Took it to a Chevrolet dealer and they told me there something broken...
ENGINE06/03/2026
Check engine light came on after feeling hesitation while...
Check engine light came on after feeling hesitation while driving and roughness while stopped. Diagnostic eval was done at shop and Evaporation Emissions Purge Valve was found to...
POWER TRAIN06/03/2026
Lost power to transmission at 36k miles. Transmission replaced...
Lost power to transmission at 36k miles. Transmission replaced by GM. Currently, the vehicle lost transmission power while driving and had to be towed to dealership. Notified that...
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This vehicle has 2 open recall(s). Use this as leverage — ask the seller to confirm all recalls are resolved or reduce the price accordingly. Unresolved recalls cost dealers time and money to fix.
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 445 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
Estimated national average for this vehicle: $1,310/year. Your actual rate depends on your driving record, location, age, and coverage level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 1GNEVHKW8JJ148388 decode to?+
VIN 1GNEVHKW8JJ148388 decodes to a 2018 CHEVROLET Traverse LT, assembled in LANSING - DELTA TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2018 CHEVROLET Traverse have?+
This 2018 CHEVROLET Traverse has 2 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2018 CHEVROLET Traverse with open recalls?+
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a CHEVROLET dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs โ they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2018 CHEVROLET Traverse?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2018 CHEVROLET Traverse LT is estimated at $14,900โ$21,400. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2018 CHEVROLET Traverse get?+
According to EPA data, the 2018 CHEVROLET Traverse gets approximately 23 MPG combined (19 city / 29 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $2,700.