Chevrolet Captiva recalls

8 official safety recalls for the Chevrolet Captiva from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Fuel feed hose may disconnect and leak

    Reported May 21, 2018DVSA recall R/2018/1298,606 vehicles affected

    A fuel hose connector may partly or fully disconnect, causing a fuel leak. The engine may stall and, in the worst case, a fire may occur in the engine bay. The fuel hose routing will be checked and corrected, the connector retainer replaced, and a warning sticker applied.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    on a certain number of Chevrolet Captiva (RHD) with 2.0L Diesel Engine Model Year 2007 - 2010 there is a potential for a fuel leak caused by a partial or complete disconnection of a fuel feed hose connector. This fuel leak leads to engine stalling and in a worst case it might potentially result in an engine bay fire. This fuel leak leads to engine stalling and in a worst case it might potentially result in an engine bay fire. No reported cases of fires.
    Remedy
    Check and correct the fuel feed hose routing replace the fuel feed hose quick connector retainer and apply a warning sticker to advice that the retainer is a single-use part

  2. Starter cable may overheat and damage the starter

    Reported January 23, 2017Model years 2013–2015DVSA recall R/2016/26310 vehicles affected

    Thermal damage to the starter cable may cause the starter motor to fail while driving. Repairers will rework the cable and, if necessary, replace the starter, cable and cable nut.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY OF A FIRE
    Defect
    Vehicles equipped with stop/start system might have a starter motor failure while driving due to thermal damage of the starter cable.
    Remedy
    Authorised Repairers will Rework the starter motor cable. If necessary replace the starter the starter cable and the starter cable nut.

  3. Overheated diesel particulate filter system may cause fire

    Reported July 31, 2015Model years 2010–2015DVSA recall R/2015/1423,584 vehicles affected

    If the driver ignores the DPF warning and continues driving, the DPF system and exhaust may overheat and cause a fire at the lower engine compartment cover. The cover will initially be removed; a new cover will be fitted when available.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
    Defect
    In order for proper regeneration of the Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) system the vehicle in the active regeneration mode directs the driver by illuminating the DPF warning light to drive the vehicle at constant speed without interruption until the DPF warning light turns off. In the event that the driver ignores the DPF warning light and the corresponding direction the DPF system as well as exhaust pipe will be abnormally overheated. This may cause a fire at the Lower Engine Compartment Cover located near the DPF system and exhaust pipe.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and initially remove and discard the Lower Engine Compartment Cover. When parts are available the vehicles will be recalled to have the new Lower Engine Compartment Cover fitted.

  4. Engine may start inadvertently

    Reported July 31, 2015Model years 2006–2011DVSA recall R/2015/1145,251 vehicles affected

    Wear inside the ignition cylinder may cause the starter motor to crank by itself. If a gear is engaged and the key is in the off position, the vehicle may move involuntarily. A modified ignition key cylinder will be fitted.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE MAY START INADVERTENTLY
    Defect
    Repeated key insertion could create intense wear condition on the trigger of the ignition cylinder internal component. As consequence Engine starter motor might self-crank and the vehicle moves involuntarily if the ignition key has been left in the ignition lock cylinder in the LOCK (OFF) position and a gear engaged. The concern only affects vehicles with manual transmission.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a modified ignition Key cylinder.

  5. Brake corrosion may reduce braking performance

    Reported August 28, 2012Model years 2007–2010DVSA recall R/2012/090349,884 vehicles affected

    Incorrect brake fluid may corrode the ABS module and cause gel to affect a valve, increasing brake pedal travel and potentially reducing braking performance. Dealers will inspect the fluid, replace it and the reservoir cap where specified, and update the owner's manual.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED
    Defect
    Incorrect type of brake fluid installed at production could cause internal corrosion of the ABS module. This corrosion can lead to a gel build up inside the module which may affect the closing motion of one of the valves. There will be no external loss of fluid or reduction in fluid level but it is possible the driver could feel excessive brake pedal travel. In some circumstances there may be reduced braking performance.
    Remedy
    Inspection of the brake fluid using a scan tool. Drain and replace the fluid and replace the brake fluid reservoir cap (All models except Captiva & Epica/Tosca). Erase ''DOT 3'' text from the customers Owner's Manual (All models except Captiva & Epica/Tosca). Add information regarding the use of DOT 4 brake fluid.

  6. Parking brake cable may separate

    Reported June 28, 2012Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 12V3010002,070 vehicles affected

    The parking brake cable may separate from its connector, making the parking brake inoperative. The vehicle could move unintentionally on an uneven surface and crash. Dealers will inspect the cables and ensure they are connected and secure, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    PARKING BRAKE
    Defect
    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.
    Notes
    GM’S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 12127.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

  7. Power steering fluid reservoir may leak

    Reported December 19, 2011Model years 2011–2012NHTSA campaign 11V5910003,150 vehicles affected

    Prolonged high fluid temperatures may cause the power steering reservoir to leak. Leaking fluid near an ignition source may cause a fire. Dealers will replace the power steering fluid cooler with an improved version free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID
    Defect
    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 RESERVOIR’S 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.
    Notes
    GM'S RECALL NUMBER IS 11333.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

  8. Intermediate steering shaft may disconnect

    Reported March 3, 2010Model years 2006–2007DVSA recall R/2010/0032,734 vehicles affected

    Under certain driving conditions, the intermediate steering shaft may disconnect from the steering column, causing loss of steering control. The shaft fixation will be inspected and any deficiencies rectified.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
    Defect
    It has been identified that the possibility exists under certain driving conditions that the intermediate steering shaft might disconnect from the steering column. Should this occur loss of steering control would result.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the subject steering shaft fixation inspected any deficiencies found will be rectified as necessary.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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