2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport

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2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:35:58.482Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2012: 79 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2012	79
2013	9
2014	6

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 57%

57% of complaints: electrical system — 45 distinct reports on file.

INJURY

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Unknown, car will shut off while driving and turn back on while flashing service traction control. In some cases it will completely turn off and I will have to put transmission in park and re crank it in the middle of traffic.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230924

I BOUGHT THE SUV IN DEC. 2013. SINCE THIS TIME THE CAR HAS FAILED TO START TWICE. EACH TIME I HAD THE BATTERY BOOST AND THE CAR STARTED. I HAVE TAKEN THE TRUCK INTO MUNDAY CHEVERLOT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140408

ENGINE 28%

28% of complaints: engine — 22 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 15%

15% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 12 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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LOSS OF POWER DURING STEERING - STEERING NOT STABLE - STALL OF ENGINE WHEN TURNING A CURVE. CAUSED MINOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT ON INTERSTATE

NHTSA ODI report, 20190923

STEERING 11%

11% of complaints: steering — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

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LOSS OF POWER DURING STEERING - STEERING NOT STABLE - STALL OF ENGINE WHEN TURNING A CURVE. CAUSED MINOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT ON INTERSTATE

NHTSA ODI report, 20190923

NHTSA ODI report, 20230924

SERVICE BRAKES 6%

6% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20120124 — steering

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

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 JAN

Campaign 11V591000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20120727 — 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 P

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. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE CHEVRO

Campaign 12V301000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for electrical system issues (45 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine issues (22 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (12 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 11V591000 (steering) has been completed.
Verify recall 12V301000 (parking brake) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.