Worst 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Electronic Stability Control
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 40 | — | 1 | 61,391 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 16 | — | — | 83,228 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 8 | — | — | 73,062 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 5 | — | — | 70,771 mi | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Starter Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
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2012 Chevrolet Captiva — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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