2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 fires, 3 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (46 reports).

2Recalls
80Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport recalls

Parking Brake

Recall 12V301Jun 28, 20122,070 vehicles affected

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Power Steering Fluid

Recall 11V591Dec 19, 20113,150 vehicles affected

Most common 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport problems

Problem areas named in the 80 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System46
Engine22
Unknown Or Other15
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)12
Steering9
Service Brakes5
Air Bags5
Vehicle Speed Control4
Power Train4
Fuel/Propulsion System4

What owners report

2026-07-14, Unknown Or Other
I bought my car used a year ago. I had this same issue about 8 months ago for a short time but now it keeps happening everything I turn my ignition key off. My key won't come out it gets stuck on the ACC, I think that's what it's called, its been about 7 or 8 weeks now but its getting worse. And when I was trying to turn my car off and get my key out my car started roll backwards, this has happened 2 times in the last 10 days. I have 2012 chevrolet captiva. Has there been any recalls regarding this issue?
2026-03-30, Unknown Or Other
My shifter doesn't recognize that its in park and won't let me remove my keys. It gets stuck on ACC and I can't turn my key/ignition to the off position. And for the 3rd time it's like popped outta gear. I bought it used. This started 2 months ago but for the 10 days its continually gotten worse. 8 outta 10 times I go to put it in park and I can't get key out. I haven't had it inspected or looked or anything else like that. I Googled it and i read up on how this is an issue for 2012 to 2014 Chevrolet Captiva. But no recall for 2012 year. I don't know what time do. There was no accidents regarding this issue.
2024-05-31, Electrical System
The car will stall and shut off, the radio quits working and the key will get stuck in the ignition.
2024-02-17, Electrical System
The component that has failed has been the transmission and the AC. My safety was at risk because the car wouldn’t drive forward whilst on the road. It has been confirmed by independent service. Yes the problem has been inspected by representatives. There was a warning that was said “Check transmission engine”
2023-11-02, Service Brakes
On my 2012 CHEVEROLET captiva LT .I HAD THE EMERGENCY BRAKES ON WITH THE CAR IN DRIVE AN I WENT TO OPEN MY GATES THE CAR JUMPS OUT OF THE PARKING BRAKES IF THE ENGINE IDLES GO UP JUST A LITTLE WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING COMES ON .OR IF YOU ARE IN DRIVE WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKES UP AND JUST REVS THE ENGINE THE BRAKES JUMPS OUT REALLY EASY. NO SAFETY TO THIS EMERGENCY BRAKES.

2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport questions

Does the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport: Parking Brake; Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Power Steering Fluid. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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

Based on 80 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (46), Engine (22), Unknown Or Other (15).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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