At a glance

Title statusClean

Reported mileage116,389 mi

LocationOk, USA

ColorSilver

Last listed price$7,995

Open recallsNone

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make

Chevrolet

Model

captiva

Year

2012

Trim

2LS

Body style

Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]

Vehicle type

MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)

Engine

2.4L 4-cyl

Cylinders

4

Fuel type

Gasoline

Drivetrain

FWD/Front-Wheel Drive

Doors

4

Assembly plant

RAMOS ARIZPE, COAHUILA, MEXICO

Manufacturer

GENERAL MOTORS LLC

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 144 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Chevrolet captiva, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

🔥 1 involved a fire

Electrical System 10 reports

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine 5 reports

🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Steering 3 reports

🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Vehicle Speed Control 2 reports

🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Service Brakes 1 report

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Power Train 1 report

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Pre-purchase checklist

Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.

Owner complaints 144

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2012 Chevrolet captiva.

STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

My shifter doesn't recognize that its in park and won't let me remove my keys. It gets stuck on ACC and I can't turn my key/ignition to the off position. And for the 3rd time it's like popped outta gear. I bought it used. This started 2 months ago but for the 10 days its continually gotten worse. 8 outta 10 times I go to put it in park and I can't get key o…

NHTSA ODI #11728052

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

The car will stall and shut off, the radio quits working and the key will get stuck in the ignition.

NHTSA ODI #11591705

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The component that has failed has been the transmission and the AC. My safety was at risk because the car wouldn’t drive forward whilst on the road. It has been confirmed by independent service. Yes the problem has been inspected by representatives. There was a warning that was said “Check transmission engine”

NHTSA ODI #11572562

SERVICE BRAKES

On my 2012 CHEVEROLET captiva LT .I HAD THE EMERGENCY BRAKES ON WITH THE CAR IN DRIVE AN I WENT TO OPEN MY GATES THE CAR JUMPS OUT OF THE PARKING BRAKES IF THE ENGINE IDLES GO UP JUST A LITTLE WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING COMES ON .OR IF YOU ARE IN DRIVE WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKES UP AND JUST REVS THE ENGINE THE BRAKES JUMPS OUT REALLY EASY. NO SAFETY TO THIS EM…

NHTSA ODI #11553129

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Unknown, car will shut off while driving and turn back on while flashing service traction control. In some cases it will completely turn off and I will have to put transmission in park and re crank it in the middle of traffic. Power steering goes out while driving aswell as other issues. Locks go in and out while driving. No known cause to this as battery an…

NHTSA ODI #11546278

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

While driving on an interstate, the voltage suddenly began to decrease. Within a few minutes, the car died on the highway. we were able to get it to the shoulder. No electrical equipment worked, including the emergency lights. After taking it to a garage, the mechanic said the alternator was working fine, but the battery was drained. He was able to start…

NHTSA ODI #11526330

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The battery cables are faulty and overheat causing the car to shut off and lock key in the ignition with complete loss of power this is happening to nearly every Chevy captiva and is a wide spread issue this is also a serious fire hazard as the cables over heating is enough to boil water car shuts off and locks key in ignition without warning

NHTSA ODI #11517133

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE

Engine light came on lost compressions. Engine wouldn't turn off. Steering was loose like we were on water. Traction control and stabilitrac were disabled and unable to turn bsvjninuiHas to press breaks to the floor. If I was going any faster I could have lost control. The repair shop replaced the fuse box and Bcm not even 3 miles engine light came back on…

NHTSA ODI #11461301

+ 136 more complaints on record.