Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 6 | −94% | — | Engine | Good |
| 2013 | 9 | −94% | — | Engine | Good |
| 2012 | 80 | 33.5× | 2 | Electrical | Avoid |
* Complaints compared with the median Captiva Sport year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Chevrolet Captiva Sport problems
Latest Chevrolet Captiva Sport recalls
Parking brake
General motors llc (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet captiva sport passenger vehicles manufactured from April 26, 2012, through May 17, 2012. These vehicles fail to conform to the park brake performance requirements federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and ensure that the park brake cables are connected and secure free of charge. The safety recall began on July 27, 2012.
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Power steering fluid
General motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chevrolet captiva vehicles manufactured from October 2, 2009, through April 21, 2011. Driving the vehicle with the transmission in manual mode and in first gear causes the engine and power steering pump to operate at higher speed than is typical.
Remedy: GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the power steering fluid cooler with an improved version, free of charge. An advisory letter to customers, along with instructions, will be mailed in January 2012.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Chevrolet Captiva Sport should you avoid?
2012 — this year has the most complaints relative to other Captiva Sport years at the same age, led by electrical system problems in the 2012.
What is the best year for the Chevrolet Captiva Sport?
2013 has the fewest complaints compared with other Captiva Sport years at the same age, followed by 2014. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Chevrolet Captiva Sport problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (47), engine & cooling (33) and stability & traction control (12). Electrical complaints peak in the 2012 model year.
How many recalls has the Chevrolet Captiva Sport had?
2 recalls across 2012–2014. The model year with the most is 2012.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.