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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 2GNAXJEV1J6241883 · Checked Sep 26, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 4

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2GNAXJEV1J6•••••• 2018 Chevrolet EQUINOX

This build draws 1.9× more complaints than the average 2018 Chevrolet EQUINOX build (4 vs 2).

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397on the model
187builds in total
Most reported Service Brakes 2 Visibility/wiper 1 Electrical System 1 Forward Collision Avoidance 1

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Service Brakes Aug 2025
I was driving on the highway and when I exited and tried to stop at a red light the brakes stopped working. No warning, the brake assist engaged so I barely came to a stop in time before hitting the car in front of me. I can barely use the brake pedal and my check engine light…
Electrical System Nov 2023
A message has begun appearing in my 2018 Chevy Equinox LT that states "Parking Brake Released". This message did not previously appear and seems to be a potential issue to fix. After doing some online research, I found 3 technical service bulletins for parking brake…
Visibility/wiper Aug 2020
Windshield becomes foggy easily when temperature outside changes (too cold) becomes difficult to keep it clear
Unknown Or Other Aug 2017
When driving the vehicle at speeds above approx 25 mph with the rear windows open, there starts a very loud constant noise along with the roof panel vibration that causes a distrating nausea and headache, and voice modulation when conversing with passengers. You are forced to…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 2GNAXJEV1J6241883 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.