2018 Chevrolet Tahoe LT
VIN: 1GNSKBKCXJR296509 | 2018 | General Motors LLC | ARLINGTON, TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
2018 Chevrolet Tahoe LT — 5.3L 8 Cyl, 4x4, Automatic. Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV].
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58/100
Safety & Recall Score: Fair
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Composite rating based on recalls, complaints, crash ratings, and vehicle age.
⚠ 3 open recalls
⚠ 101 owner complaints
⚠ Low GHG score (2/10)
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- Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
- Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
- Plant: ARLINGTON, TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
NHTSA Recalls
3 Open Recalls- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac...
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac...
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet...
Owner Complaints
101 filed with NHTSA- LT275 65 R18 123/120 R DOT 1 BE BP...
- Out of nowhere without any warning light all of...
Fuel Economy
15 MPG Combined- City: 13 MPG
- Hwy: 21 MPG
- Combined: 15 MPG
- Fuel: Gasoline
Estimated Market Value
Based on vehicle age, class, trim & U.S. market conditions
Market estimate
$22,200–$29,500
Based on vehicle class, age, trim, and U.S. market trends. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
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Technical Specifications
Vehicle Overview
VIN
1GNSKBKCXJR296509
Model Year
2018
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Tahoe
Trim
LT
Series
Not available
Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Vehicle Type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Doors
4
Seats
8
Seat Rows
3
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission
Automatic
Engine
5.3L 8 Cyl
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
Plant Location
ARLINGTON, TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
Country of Origin
UNITED STATES (USA)
VIN Breakdown
Position 1 — Country
1 → United States
Position 2 — Manufacturer
G → General Motors LLC
Position 3 — Vehicle Type
N → MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Positions 4–8 — Descriptor
SKBKC → Tahoe LT
Position 9 — Check Digit
X → ✓ Valid
Position 10 — Model Year
J → 2018
Position 11 — Plant Code
R → ARLINGTON, TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
Positions 12–17 — Serial
296509 → Production sequence
Engine & Powertrain
Engine Model
L83 - Spark Ignited Direct Injection, Variable Valve Timing, AFM, E85 MAX, ALUM
Engine Manufacturer
GM
Cylinders
8 Cyl
Displacement
5.3 L
Displacement CC
5300.0
Displacement CI
323.42584370208
Engine Config
Not available
Engine Cycles
Not available
Horsepower
Not available
Torque
Not available
Valve Train
Not available
Fuel Injection
Not available
Cooling System
Not available
Engine Brake HP
Not available
Turbocharger
Not available
Supercharger
Not available
Transmission Style
Automatic
Transmission Speeds
6
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Electrification
Not available
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Fuel Type Secondary
Ethanol (E85)
Battery Type
Not available
EV Drive Unit
Not available
Fuel Economy & Environmental Impact
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Secondary Fuel
Ethanol (E85)
Combined MPG
15 MPG
Combined MPGe
Not available
City MPG
13 MPG
Hwy MPG
21 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost
$5,050
5-Yr Fuel Cost
$25,250
GHG Score
2/10
Smog Rating
Not available
CO₂ Emissions
582 g/mi
Barrels/Year
19.83
Safety & Driver Assistance
ABS
Included
ESC
Included
Traction Control
Included
TPMS
Standard (Federal Req.)
Forward Collision Warn
Included
Lane Departure Warning
Not available
Lane Keep System
Not available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Available
Blind Spot Intervention
Not available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not available
Parking Assist
Not available
Dynamic Brake Support
Included
Pedestrian AEB
Not available
Rear Auto Braking
Not available
Auto Reverse System
Included
Daytime Running Lights
Included
Adaptive Driving Beam
Not available
Keyless Ignition
Included
Auto High Beams
Included
Front Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Curtain Airbags
All Rows
Knee Airbags
Unknown
Seat Belt Type
Manual
Pretensioner
Not available
Brake System
Not available
Steering Location
Left-Hand Drive (LHD)
Vehicle Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase
Not available
Ground Clearance
Not available
Vehicle Length
Not available
Vehicle Width
Not available
Vehicle Height
Not available
Curb Weight
Not available
Track Width Front
Not available
Track Width Rear
Not available
GVWR
Class 2F: 7,001 - 8,000 lb (3,175 - 3,629 kg)
Doors
4
Bed Length
Not available
Cab Type
Not available
Fuel Tank
Not available
0–60 mph
Not available
Towing & Utility
GVWR
Class 2F: 7,001 - 8,000 lb (3,175 - 3,629 kg)
Trailer Type
Not Applicable
Axles
2
Axle Config
Not available
Trailer Body
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Wheels & Tires
Front Tire Type
Not available
Rear Tire Type
Not available
Front Wheel Size
Not available
Rear Wheel Size
Not available
Spare Tire Type
Not available
Spare Tire Size
Not available
TPMS
Standard (Federal Req.)
Wheel Material
18
Manufacturing & Identity
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
Manufacturer ID
984
Make ID
467
Model ID
1852
Plant Company
GMNA
Plant City
ARLINGTON
Plant State
TEXAS
Plant Country
UNITED STATES (USA)
Plant ZIP
Not available
Dest. Market
Not available
Vehicle Descriptor
1GNSKBKC*JR
GVWR
Class 2F: 7,001 - 8,000 lb (3,175 - 3,629 kg)
Recall & Safety Summary
Total Recalls
3
Recall Status
Active recalls found
Overall Risk Level
Moderate Risk
ABS
Included
ESC
Included
Traction Control
Included
Safety Ratings
Overall Rating
4 Stars
Front Crash Rating
5 Stars
Side Crash Rating
5 Stars
Rollover Risk
3 Stars
Safety Recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon vehicles equipped with either a 5.3L or 6.2L V8 engine. The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over...
Risk: A decrease in brake assist can increase the brake pedal effort and distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2020. Owners may...
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
Risk: As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may...
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor...
Risk: Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer...
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.
No bulletins found
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Finance & Cost Estimates
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$1,390/yr
Estimated Annual Insurance (national avg — varies by driver, location & coverage)
5-Year Cost of Ownership (estimate)
Insurance (5yr)
$6,950
Maintenance (5yr)
$7,500
5-Yr Fuel Cost (EPA)
$25,250
Depreciation (5yr est.)
$13,275
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Owner Complaints
LT275 65 R18 123/120 R DOT 1 BE BP...
LT275 65 R18 123/120 R DOT 1 BE BP AT 21 My daughter has pictures of the tires, all four tires (all bought at the same time) 05/6/23...
Out of nowhere without any warning light all of...
Out of nowhere without any warning light all of a sudden couldn’t back up when geared into reverse to reverse. Turned the vehicle off and back on, then...
EVERYTIME IT RAINS REALLY HARD, MY DRIVERS SIDE B...
EVERYTIME IT RAINS REALLY HARD, MY DRIVERS SIDE B PILLAR WHERE THE HANDLE AND SEAT BELT IS, IS SOAK AND WET FROM A LEAK. THIS HAPPENS ALL THE...
WHEN IT RAINS REALLY HARD, THE ROOF IN THE...
WHEN IT RAINS REALLY HARD, THE ROOF IN THE B PILLAR LEAKS ABOVE THE SEAT BELT AREA INTO THE HEADLINER. MY HUSBAND WHO IS AN AUTOBODY TECHNICIAN HAS...
Unexpected acceleration
Unexpected acceleration
We were in a severe car accident and our...
We were in a severe car accident and our airbags did not deploy in our vehicle. We were going about 45 miles an hour and had windshield cracking...
The rear AC evaporator located behind the paneling in...
The rear AC evaporator located behind the paneling in the rear of the vehicle was leaking AC freon r-1234yf. This was diagnosed after a weeks long troubleshooting by...
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact...
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced moderate shuddering followed by a sudden significant reduction...
Showing 8 of 101 complaints. View all on NHTSA →
Maintenance Schedule
Current
Oil & Filter Change
Every 7,500 mi
Chevrolet recommended interval
Due Now
Air Filter (Engine)
Every 15,000–30,000 mi
Dirty filter reduces fuel economy by up to 10%
Due Now
Cabin Air Filter
Every 15,000–25,000 mi
Affects AC, heat, and air quality
Due Soon
Tire Rotation
Every 5,000–7,500 mi
Extends tire life by 25–40%
Due Soon
Brake Inspection
Every 12 months or 15,000 mi
Brake pads typically last 30,000–70,000 mi depending on driving
Due Now
Spark Plugs
Every 30,000–100,000 mi
Copper plugs every 30k; iridium/platinum every 60–100k
Due Now
Coolant Flush
Every 30,000 mi or 5 years
Old coolant becomes acidic and damages the cooling system
Due Now
Transmission Fluid
Every 30,000–60,000 mi
Neglected fluid leads to expensive transmission repairs
Due Now
Brake Fluid Flush
Every 2 years
Brake fluid absorbs moisture, lowering boiling point
Due Now
Battery Test
Every 3–5 years
12V batteries typically last 3–5 years
Due Now
Drive Belt Inspection
Every 60,000–100,000 mi
Serpentine belt failure leaves you stranded
This schedule is a general reference based on make, model year, and powertrain. Always follow your owner's manual for exact intervals.
Additional Tools & Information
Estimated depreciation for this 2018 CHEVROLET Tahoe based on vehicle class and age. Verify with KBB or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
2018
$25,900
2019
$22,800
-12%
2020
$20,200
-22%
2021
$17,600
-32%
Estimates based on vehicle class averages. Actual values vary by mileage, condition, and location.
Estimated annual cost to own this vehicle at average U.S. driving conditions.
Insurance
$1,390/yr
13%
Maintenance
$1,500/yr
14%
Fuel/Energy
$5,050/yr
47%
Depreciation
$2,655/yr
24%
Registration
$250/yr
2%
Estimated Total Annual Cost
$10,845/yr
National averages. Registration varies by state. Does not include parking, tolls, or loan interest.
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/ 10
Rank #12 overall
41 issues / 100 vehicles
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Front Tires
33 PSI
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Rear Tires
33 PSI
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Spare Tire
60 PSI
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Rotation Pattern Guide
FWD: Front to rear straight, rear cross to front
RWD: Rear to front straight, front cross to rear
AWD/4WD: Full X-pattern every 5,000–7,500 mi
Staggered: Side-to-side only if non-directional tires
Recommended rotation interval: every 5,000–7,500 miles. Rotate with every other oil change for best results.
❄ Winter Prep
✓ Check antifreeze concentration (minimum -34°F protection)
✓ Test battery — cold temps reduce capacity 30–60%
✓ Verify tire tread depth (4/32" minimum for snow traction)
✓ Service AWD/4WD differential and transfer case fluids
✓ Replace wiper blades and refill washer fluid (-20°F rated)
✓ Test heater, front/rear defroster, and heated seats if equipped
✓ Inspect fuel lines and check for water in fuel system
☀ Summer Prep
✓ Check coolant level and test radiator cap pressure seal
✓ Inspect serpentine belt for cracking or glazing
✓ Test A/C system output and replace cabin air filter if needed
✓ Check tire pressure — heat increases PSI (recheck cold in a.m.)
✓ Inspect brake pads and rotors before summer road trips
✓ Check transmission fluid color and level
✓ Top off all fluids: brake, power steering, coolant, washer
Original Chevrolet Factory Warranty
Basic / Bumper-to-Bumper
3yr/36k
Powertrain
5yr/60k
Corrosion / Rust
6yr/100k
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 101 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 1GNSKBKCXJR296509 decode to?
VIN 1GNSKBKCXJR296509 decodes to a 2018 CHEVROLET Tahoe LT, assembled in ARLINGTON, TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2018 CHEVROLET Tahoe have?
This 2018 CHEVROLET Tahoe has 3 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 Tahoe 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 — they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2018 CHEVROLET Tahoe?
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2018 CHEVROLET Tahoe LT is estimated at $22,200–$29,500. 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 Tahoe get?
According to EPA data, the 2018 CHEVROLET Tahoe gets approximately 15 MPG combined (13 city / 21 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $5,050.
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