MYRModel Year Report

2013 Chevrolet Captiva

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2013 Chevrolet Captiva
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:51:31.744Z

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, 2013 highlighted. 2011: 1 complaints 2011 2012: 65 complaints 2012 2013: 97 complaints 2013 2014: 138 complaints 2014 2015: 14 complaints 2015
2013: 97 complaints
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YearComplaints
20111
201265
201397
2014138
201514

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 49%

49% of complaints: engine — 48 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE UNDERNEATH THE HOOD AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT ALSO OBSERVED OIL SPILLING OUT FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE AND THE TAIL PIPE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190207

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 31%

31% of complaints: electrical system — 30 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
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DURING THE LAST WEEK OF MAY 2019 RADIO TURNING ON/OFF INTERMITTENTLY - THOUGHT IT WAS ISSUE WITH RADIO STATION, BUT ON-LINE CHEVY FORUMS INDICATE IT IS A SIGN OF LARGER ELECTRICAL ISSUES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190602

WHILE I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON THE HIGHWAY MY CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE THROUGH THE LEFT PASSENGER DOOR SPEAKER. I PULLED OVER AND GOT STUCK IN THE FLAMING CAR BECAUSE THE SEAT BELTS WOULD NOT RELEASE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170624

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE AND PARKED IT FOR SEVERAL HOURS. UPON RETURNING TO THE VEHICLE, THE INTERIOR WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED DUE TO FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160830

POWER TRAIN 9%

9% of complaints: power train — 9 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 7%

7% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 7 distinct reports on file.

STEERING 5%

5% of complaints: steering — 5 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Chevrolet Captiva — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (48 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (30 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (9 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Captiva?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva 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.