Does the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: parking brake, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chevrolet dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport?

80 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Chevrolet been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Chevrolet dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport recalls, newest first

June 28, 2012NHTSA 12V3010002,070 vehicles potentially affected

Parking brake

Summary: General motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet captiva sport passenger vehicles manufactured from April 26, 2012, through may 17, 2012. These vehicles fail to conform to the park brake performance requirements federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "light vehicle brake systems." the park brake cable may not be fully seated in its connector and may separate from the connector. If this occurs, the park brake will become inoperative and will not hold the vehicle.
Consequence: If the vehicle is on an uneven surface, this could result in unintended vehicle movement and a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and ensure that the park brake cables are connected and secure free of charge. The safety recall began on July 27, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 19, 2011NHTSA 11V5910003,150 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Power steering fluid

Summary: General motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chevrolet captiva vehicles manufactured from October 2, 2009, through April 21, 2011. Driving the vehicle with the transmission in manual mode and in first gear causes the engine and power steering pump to operate at higher speed than is typical. Increased pump speed generates heat that is transferred to the power steering fluid and can result in power steering fluid temperatures that approach the power steering pump reservoirs melting point.
Consequence: After prolonged exposure to elevated fluid temperatures, the reservoir may leak. Leaking fluid, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Remedy: GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the power steering fluid cooler with an improved version, free of charge. An advisory letter to customers, along with instructions, will be mailed in January 2012. When parts become available, GM will send another letter asking customer to take their vehicle to a GM dealer to have the repairs performed. GM anticipates parts will be available in March 2012. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 80 complaints about the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 3
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Electrical system45
Engine22
Unknown or other15
Electronic stability control (ESC)12
Steering9

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Questions

Does the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: parking brake, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chevrolet dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport?: 80 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.