This page covers 2 recalls, 79 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport.
18–23 mpg combined
10.2–13.1 L/100km
Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
Electrical complaints dominate the 2012 Captiva Sport owner reports, with engine and steering issues trailing behind. On the electrical side, owners frequently describe the ignition key getting stuck and refusing to release from the ignition, often tied to the shifter not properly recognizing the park position. Some owners report the car stalling or shutting off while driving, accompanied by warning lights for traction control, with power needing a full restart to resume. The engine complaints center on unexpected stalling and shutoff while in motion, sometimes with the vehicle requiring a manual park-and-restart cycle in traffic. Steering reports describe power steering cutting out during normal driving, occasionally at the same time other electrical symptoms appear, such as door locks cycling on their own. A smaller cluster of complaints involves the parking brake releasing under load when the engine idles up, particularly when the air conditioning engages.
79
Total Complaints
2
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport has two recalls, the more serious being a power steering fluid reservoir that can leak when the vehicle is driven in manual mode first gear, creating a fire risk if fluid contacts an ignition source.
The second recall involves the parking brake, which may not hold the vehicle securely on an uneven surface, allowing it to roll unexpectedly and increasing the risk of a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The parking brake cable may not be fully seated in its connector and could separate, making the parking brake inoperative and unable to hold the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and ensure the parking brake cables are properly connected and secure at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
When driven in manual first gear, the engine and power steering pump run faster than normal, causing the power steering fluid to heat up dangerously close to the pump reservoir's melting point.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the power steering fluid cooler with an improved version at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
