MYRModel Year Report

2012 Chevrolet Captiva

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2012 Chevrolet Captiva
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:48:28.003Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Captiva Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 highlighted. 2011: 1 complaints 2011 2012: 65 complaints 2012 2013: 97 complaints 2013 2014: 138 complaints 2014 2015: 14 complaints 2015
2012: 65 complaints
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YearComplaints
20111
201265
201397
2014138
201514

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 66%

66% of complaints: electrical system — 43 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing starter assembly and ignition.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA. WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AT 30 MPH, ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ILLUMINATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150817

AT RUSH HOUR , THE DASH LIGHTS COME ON AND THE CAR STOPS DEAD. NO POWER AT ALL. WE WERE ABLE TO GET IT OFF THE ROAD, BUT IT WAS DARK AND WITH NO ELECTRICAL WORKING, COULD NOT USE THE FLASHERS. WAS ALMOST HIT SEVERAL TIMES BY UNCARING DRIVERS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171206

Also filed under ENGINE and FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

ENGINE 25%

25% of complaints: engine — 16 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 12%

12% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 8 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 8%

8% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 4 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Chevrolet Captiva — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (43 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (8 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.