CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Chevrolet Equinox has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 410 complaints with NHTSA, including 23 crashes, 4 fires, 30 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (118 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2018 Chevrolet Equinox recalls
Missing Transmission Bolts Can Cause Oil Leaks, Fire Risk
Some vehicles may have missing bolts on the start/stop transmission accumulator endcap.
Rear brake caliper pistons may form gas pockets, reducing braking
The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating.
High-Pressure Fuel Pump Can Detach, Risking Fuel Leak and Fire
The high-pressure fuel pump in these vehicles may detach from its mounting flange.
Front Door Windows May Shatter Into Large Pieces
The driver and front passenger door window glass may not be properly tempered.
Driveshaft May Break and Cause Loss of Power or Roll-Away
The right front intermediate driveshaft may fracture and separate while the vehicle is being driven.
Most common 2018 Chevrolet Equinox problems
Problem areas named in the 410 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 118 |
| Engine | 86 |
| Power Train | 66 |
| Electrical System | 61 |
| Unknown Or Other | 56 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 33 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 19 |
| Structure | 17 |
| Steering | 15 |
| Air Bags | 15 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at 30 MPH with the contact seated in the front passenger seat, the contact attempted to open the retractable sunroof shade cover, which retracted only 6 inches. After several attempts, an abnormal loud sound was heard, and the shade cover detached, hanging down and obstructing rear-view visibility. The manufacturer General Motors was notified of the failure via telephone and referred the contact to a dealer and to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 30,115.
start-stop accumulator is leaking fluid on transmission. Fluid coming from bolts and gasket area.
Complete and sudden failure of Transmission involving the clutches (clutches are burned up inside the transmission). No warning or dash lights. Confirmed by mechanic and the solution is transmission replacement ($10,000). Car would not accelerate and began losing power on highway. After I exited the highway, the car would not engage gears and stopped accelerating resulting in having to push it out of the roadway and get it towed to my mechanic for diagnostic.
Chevrolet 2018 Equinox with 2.0L has a fail for no OBD communication. The vehicle was take to two separate Smog Local State Inspections; however, the vehicle failed to communicate with the system. I believe from looking at previous complaints on NHTSA that the vehicle has a module with defects and needs to be replaced. Vehicle has 49,000 miles. Previous complaint states that the local dealer was contacted; however, Product Emission Recall: N202298780; repair was available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.
My 2018 Chevrolet Equinox 1.5L developed an active gasoline leak. After the vehicle is cranked/started, gasoline begins leaking from underneath the front/engine area and forms a visible puddle on the ground. Prior to discovering the leak, the vehicle had intermittent hard-starting symptoms where the engine would crank/stutter several times before starting, along with a strong gasoline odor. The exact failed component has not yet been confirmed by a dealer or repair facility. I stopped driving the vehicle because leaking gasoline near the engine/electrical components creates a serious fire and safety risk. The vehicle is available for inspection. Chevrolet advised me that there are currently
2018 Chevrolet Equinox safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD Later Release | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (18.5% rollover risk) |
| 2018 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD Later Release | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (16.4% rollover risk) |
| 2018 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD Early Release | ★★★★ 4-star | 5 | 4 | 4 (16.5% rollover risk) |
| 2018 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD Early Release | ★★★★ 4-star | 5 | 4 | 4 (18.8% rollover risk) |
2018 Chevrolet Equinox questions
Does the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox: Missing Transmission Bolts Can Cause Oil Leaks, Fire Risk; Rear brake caliper pistons may form gas pockets, reducing braking; High-Pressure Fuel Pump Can Detach, Risking Fuel Leak and Fire; Front Door Windows May Shatter Into Large Pieces; Driveshaft May Break and Cause Loss of Power or Roll-Away. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox?
Based on 410 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (118), Engine (86), Power Train (66).
How safe is the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Chevrolet Equinox has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.