2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport Recalls

No recalls on record Updated July 2026

No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Complaints by component

ENGINE
7
AIR BAGS
2
1crashes1injuries
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
1
POWER TRAIN
1
SERVICE BRAKES
1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1
Total complaints13

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“On [xxx] while driving this vehicle owned by the state of arizona I was involved in a collision at 40 mph. The airbags did not deploy and I sustained serious brakes and internal bleeding. There were no warning lamps. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c.…”

AIR BAGS · reported 2025-04-16

“This car is know for engine consumption issues it is the motor and it is know has has been recalled due to issues in prior years. My engine is consuming a half a quart every 40 miles.”

ENGINE · reported 2024-07-12

“The engine light was on and I went to dealership to have it checked out. They told me that it was a computer glich and not to worry about it. Was driving on the highway when the engine exploded and the car stopped. I was able to glide to the side of the road. After talking to dealership again they…”

ENGINE · reported 2024-06-01

“Within 3 days my vehicle stopped working with no warnings (check engine or other warnings) the vehicle made a rattling noise and then would not turn on. Upon inspection mechanic informed me that the engine would need to be replaced. There were no oil leaks or issues that would have caused the…”

ENGINE · reported 2024-03-07

“Within 3 days my vehicle stopped working with no warnings (check engine or other warnings) the vehicle made a rattling noise and then would not turn on. Upon inspection mechanic informed me that the engine would need to be replaced. There were no oil leaks or issues that would have caused the…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2024-03-07

“The contact owns a 2013 chevrolet captiva sport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 30 mph, the vehicle shuddered and stalled. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact…”

ENGINE · reported 2024-03-04

“When describing what happened, try to answer these questions as specifically as possible: what component or system failed or malfunctioned? Is it available for inspection upon request? The engine, when I am at a traffic light or in line at school to pick up my daughter, the car starts to shake…”

AIR BAGS · reported 2023-10-12

“When describing what happened, try to answer these questions as specifically as possible: what component or system failed or malfunctioned? Is it available for inspection upon request? The engine, when I am at a traffic light or in line at school to pick up my daughter, the car starts to shake…”

ENGINE · reported 2023-10-12
Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.