VIN 2GNAXJEV9J6276848 identifies a sport utility vehicle โ the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT (1LT). This specific unit was assembled at the INGERSOLL, ONTARIO, CANADA facility. It is equipped with FWD/Front-Wheel Drive and a 1.5L 4 Cyl engine.
This vehicle carries a significant 5 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper, fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump, visibility. All recalls must be repaired by a Chevrolet dealer at no charge to the owner. Contact a dealer with this VIN before finalizing any purchase. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway), which represents moderate fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $3100 at national average gas prices. It scores 5/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 354 g COโ/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT (1LT) falls in an estimated used-market range of $15,200โ$21,800. The high recall count may suppress resale value โ factor this into price negotiation. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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About the 2018 CHEVROLET Equinox
The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox 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: INGERSOLL, ONTARIO, CANADA
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NHTSA Recalls
5 Open Recalls
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Owner Complaints
386 filed with NHTSA
The car cut off on the street with no...
Early this year I traveled to Mobile AL. While...
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Fuel Economy
25 MPG Combined
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Combined: 25 MPG
Fuel: Gasoline
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$15,200โ$21,800
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper...
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact...
18V35800031/05/2018
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from...
Risk: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began...
18V25200019/04/2018
VISIBILITY
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. The driver and front passenger door window glass may not be properly tempered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard...
Risk: If the glass is not tempered properly, and the window is broken, the glass can break into large pieces, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the glass in the front doors, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2018. Owners...
17V51600022/08/2017
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles and 2017-2018 GMC Acadia vehicles. The right front intermediate driveshaft may fracture and separate while driving.
Risk: If the front right intermediate drive shaft assembly separates while driving, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. If the...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right front intermediate drive shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017....
20V66800029/10/2020
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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...
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
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM06/02/2026
The car cut off on the street with no...
The car cut off on the street with no warning. Once I crank the car back up and pulled over, it was leaking fuel and coolant with no...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE05/31/2026
Early this year I traveled to Mobile AL. While...
Early this year I traveled to Mobile AL. While I was driving my car made this sound and it lost acceleration but no warning light appeared on my...
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM05/23/2026
The fuel management system leaked from car causing fuel...
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POWER TRAIN,ENGINE05/23/2026
While driving over the expressway, the engine light came...
While driving over the expressway, the engine light came on the vehicle started revving extremely hard but was decreasing speed to less than 20 miles per hour I...
SERVICE BRAKES05/23/2026
We purchased our car new. Around 70,000 miles or...
We purchased our car new. Around 70,000 miles or so the brakes went out and were barely usable. We had it towed to Moses in Charleston and it...
ENGINE05/20/2026
Loss of breaks lead to calling mechanic. After diagnosis,...
Loss of breaks lead to calling mechanic. After diagnosis, vacuum pump had broken teeth. Metal discovered in engine oil.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING05/18/2026
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact...
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while taking the vehicle for a SMOG emissions inspection, the vehicle failed the inspection due to an...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE05/14/2026
Travelling on a highway with 70 MPH posted speed...
Travelling on a highway with 70 MPH posted speed limit, the vehicle dashboard signaled the check engine light and a variety of warnings that "power reduction measure" was...
Negotiation tip:
This vehicle has 5 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 386 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
Estimated national average for this vehicle: $1,490/year. Your actual rate depends on your driving record, location, age, and coverage level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 2GNAXJEV9J6276848 decode to?+
VIN 2GNAXJEV9J6276848 decodes to a 2018 CHEVROLET Equinox LT (1LT), assembled in INGERSOLL, ONTARIO, CANADA.
How many recalls does this 2018 CHEVROLET Equinox have?+
This 2018 CHEVROLET Equinox has 5 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 Equinox 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 Equinox?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2018 CHEVROLET Equinox LT (1LT) is estimated at $15,200โ$21,800. 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 Equinox get?+
According to EPA data, the 2018 CHEVROLET Equinox gets approximately 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $3,100.