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Chevrolet Captiva Sport Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Chevrolet Captiva Sport have?

The Chevrolet Captiva Sport has 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 2012 through 2012. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my Captiva Sport under recall?

Whether your specific Captiva Sport is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled Captiva Sport year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 2 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

2 recall campaigns on record across 1 model year of the Chevrolet Captiva Sport. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

335

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

1 affected model years14 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2012

Affected Model Years

20122R · 130C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Steering1 campaign (50%)

Brakes1 campaign (50%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Chevrolet Captiva Sport

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ENGINE

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

STEERING

POWER TRAIN

AIR BAGS

SERVICE BRAKES

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

STRUCTURE:BODY

Based on 335 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 37 injuries reported.

All Chevrolet Captiva Sport Recall Campaigns

#11V5910002012 Chevrolet Captiva SportSteering

Issued: Invalid Date

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 2, 2009, THROUGH APRIL 21, 2011. DRIVING THE VEHICLE WITH THE TRANSMISSION IN MANUAL MODE AND IN FIRST GEAR CAUSES THE ENGINE AND POWER STEERING PUMP TO OPERATE AT HIGHER SPEED THAN IS…

Risk: AFTER PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO ELEVATED FLUID TEMPERATURES, THE RESERVOIR MAY LEAK. LEAKING FLUID, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER STEERING FLUID COOLER WITH AN IMPROVED VERSION, FREE OF CHARGE. AN ADVISORY LETTER TO CUSTOMERS, ALONG WITH INSTRUCTIONS, WILL BE MAILED IN JAN…

#12V3010002012 Chevrolet Captiva SportBrakes

Issued: Invalid Date

PARKING BRAKE

GENERAL MOTORS LLC (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA SPORT PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 26, 2012, THROUGH MAY 17, 2012. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE PARK BRAKE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 135, "LIGHT VEHICLE BRA…

Risk: IF THE VEHICLE IS ON AN UNEVEN SURFACE, THIS COULD RESULT IN UNINTENDED VEHICLE MOVEMENT AND A CRASH.

Remedy: GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND ENSURE THAT THE PARK BRAKE CABLES ARE CONNECTED AND SECURE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 27, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE CHEVRO…

Recalls by Component

1Brakes Recalls

#12V301000MY 2012

PARKING BRAKE

GENERAL MOTORS LLC (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA SPORT PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 26, 2012, THROUGH MAY 17, 2012. THESE VEHICLES FAIL…

1Steering Recalls

#11V591000MY 2012

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 2, 2009, THROUGH APRIL 21, 2011. DRIVING THE VEHICLE WITH THE TR…

Chevrolet Captiva Sport Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Chevrolet Captiva Sport have?

The Chevrolet Captiva Sport has 2 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2012 through 2012.

Is my Captiva Sport under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled Captiva Sport year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport has the highest recall campaign count (2 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a Captiva Sport recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a Captiva Sport?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

Check Your Specific Chevrolet Captiva Sport for Open Recalls

Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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