There are no safety recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva, but owners have filed 97 complaints with NHTSA.
2013 Chevrolet Captiva problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine | 48 | |
| Electrical System | 31 | |
| Unknown or Other | 16 | |
| Power Train | 9 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 7 | |
| Steering | 5 | |
| Structure | 4 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | |
| Parking Brake | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 4
- Electrical System › Ignition — 1
- Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 77,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2013 Chevrolet Captiva complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · reported Jun 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Captiva. The contact stated that the cruise control intermittently failed to operate as needed. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil and that there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Electrical System · reported Apr 14, 2023
Key will lock in ignition and vehicle will not start. Happens intermittently. Battery is fine, alternator is fine, dealership replaced ignition when purchased which helped for about a year, but the problem continues to become more frequent. Rattling the battery fixes the problem, but only temporarily.
Engine · at 103,416 miles · reported Feb 14, 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Captiva. The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle was making abnormal sounds. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil. The contact was informed to closely monitor the oil level. On another occasion, the vehicle stalled and was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the timing chain had failed and bent the valves. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The…
Electrical System · reported Aug 4, 2022
Continus electric drop causing different systems to lose power, fail, or temporarly disable including but not limited to traction control, emergency break, radio and lights. After researching the problem in various forums I noted many owners facing the same problem over various years with no clear solution.
Steering · at 170,386 miles · reported Feb 17, 2022
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Captiva. The contact stated that while his brother was driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering column knuckle detached, causing the steering wheel to become inoperable. The dealer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,386. Car was serviced on 12/5/2019 for a KIA warrantied repair; timing belt replacement causing engine failure. The…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva?
Owners report engine problems most often (48 reports), followed by electrical system (31). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 77,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.