CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (43 reports).
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2012 Chevrolet Captiva recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Most common 2012 Chevrolet Captiva problems
Problem areas named in the 65 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 43 |
| Engine | 16 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 8 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
What owners report
GOING DOWN ROAD AT 70MPH AND VEHICLE SLOWS DOWN TO 40MPH ON ITS OWN AND I ALMOST WAS REAR ENDED BY THE CAR BEHIND ME. THIS HAPPENED ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY.
THE VEHICLE IS LIGHTWEIGHT TO THE POINT WHERE HIGH WINDS PUSH THE CAR TO THE SIDE WHILE IT IS IN MOTION. YOU CAN FEEL THE WIND MOVING IT AND FEEL THE CAR MOVE A LOT WHEN OTHER VEHICLES ARE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS NEXT TO IT.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE WAS UNABLE TO EJECT THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT HAD TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND MANUEVER THE STEERING WHEEL IN ORDER FOR THE KEY TO BE REMOVED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 47,000. *JS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA. WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE KEY FAILED TO RELEASE FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH AND THE TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS FAILED TO MAKE A CLICKING NOISE WHEN ACTIVATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START OCCASIONALLY AND THE SERVICE VEHICLE AND BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 84,000. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
THE E-BRAKE COMES ON BY ITS SELF WHILE DRIVING DOWN ROAD. CHECKED AGAINEST VIN AND STATED NOT ON RECALL LIST BUT OTHERS HAVE BEEN RECALLED FOR SAME THING.
2012 Chevrolet Captiva questions
Does the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva?
Based on 65 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (43), Engine (16), Unknown Or Other (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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.