Model year guide

2018 Chevrolet Equinox

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 121 on record.

2018 Chevrolet Equinox — representative photo
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2018 Chevrolet Equinox at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints388
Combined28 mpg
Typical price$20,311

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2018 Chevrolet Equinox recalls 5

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper NHTSA Campaign #18V576000 · 30/08/2018

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 pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Fix: 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 Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer serv…

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #18V358000 · 31/05/2018

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 its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-22…

Visibility NHTSA Campaign #18V252000 · 19/04/2018

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 (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the glass in the front doors, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18136.

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft NHTSA Campaign #17V516000 · 22/08/2017

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.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right front intermediate drive shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17329.

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #20V668000 · 29/10/2020

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 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.

Fix: 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 recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet custo…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2018 Chevrolet Equinox common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 388 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

2018 Chevrolet Equinox MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway33 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,625

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox worth?

Low
$16,500
Typical price
$20,311
High
$24,988

From 99 comparable 2018 Chevrolet Equinox listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,125
Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,050
Total$18,175
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($20,311) with the same model 5 model-years older ($15,251), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Chevrolet Equinox trims & engines on record

Trims
LT (1LT) · LS · Premier (1LZ) · LT (2LT) · Premier (2LZ) · 2LT · LT (3LT)
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl · 2.0L 4-cyl · 3.6L 6-cyl · 1.6L 4-cyl

2018 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles on record

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2018 Chevrolet Equinox — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox?

Based on 388 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, engine and engine cooling.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox at about 28 mpg combined (25 city / 33 highway).

How much is a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox worth?

Comparable 2018 Chevrolet Equinox listings run roughly $16,500–$24,988, typically around $20,311 (from 99 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.