2018 Chevrolet Equinox · Fuel, battery & fire risk
High pressure fuel pump may detach and damage the fuel line
NHTSA campaign 18V358000 lists the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox for a condition in which high pressure fuel pump may detach and damage the fuel line.
What the reviewed source says
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NHTSA lists the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox in safety campaign 18V358000. The official record says: The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line. The stated safety consequence is: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire. A make, model and year match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included or that the repair remains open.
Words owners may use
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Symptoms in the pattern
- Fuel may leak from a damaged high pressure line
- A fire may start if leaking fuel reaches an ignition source
Vehicles and scope
- 2018 Chevrolet Equinox
- Vehicles included in NHTSA campaign 18V358000
- VIN confirmation is required
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
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 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.
Campaign 18V358000 is based on the recalled vehicle population and VIN, not a published mileage threshold. Mileage alone cannot confirm or exclude it.
Original evidence
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Repair paths and safe checks
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Complete recall 18V358000
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 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.
A year and model match does not confirm VIN eligibility. Do not substitute an owner repair for an open safety recall.
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