2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport

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2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:36:04.883Z

Only 9 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Captiva Sport Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 highlighted. 2012: 79 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2014
2013: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
201279
20139
20146

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

7 of 9 total reports mention: engine.

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I was driving down the highway when it started losing power. The engine light came on. I had got this car at a dealer, so I took it to them, and they wouldn't do anything.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230907

AIR BAGS

2 of 9 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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On [XXX] while driving this vehicle owned by the state of Arizona I was involved in a collision at 40 mph. The airbags did not deploy and I sustained serious brakes and internal bleeding. There were no warning lamps.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250421

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 9 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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Reporting for my Mother in law. Confirmed by me several times. First incident occurred while she was driving, dry roads, normal traffic at approximately 65 MPH the front brakes locked up and abruptly bought the car to a stop.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230809

POWER TRAIN

1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train.

BACK OVER PREVENTION

1 of 9 total reports mentions: back over prevention.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 78% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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