Chevrolet Captiva years to avoid
More than twice the Captiva's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Chevrolet Captiva years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Chevrolet Captiva complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Chevrolet Captiva problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical139
- Engine98
- Transmission34
- Driver assistance27
- Steering19
- Body14
- Airbags14
- Fuel system12
- Brakes12
- Acceleration10
- Lights9
- Visibility8
Chevrolet Captiva problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 88 | 14 | Electrical | 60,000 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 45 | 138 | Electrical | 63,000 | 0 | 8 | Avoid |
| 2013 | 61 | 97 | Engine | 78,000 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2012 | 75 | 65 | Electrical | 60,000 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2011 | 95 | 1 | Transmission | 1 | 0 |
Recalls 1
Chevrolet Captiva warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Chevrolet Captiva
What years of the Chevrolet Captiva should you avoid?
2014. It has more than twice the Chevrolet Captiva's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2014 alone has 138, mostly about electrical and engine.
What is the best year for a used Chevrolet Captiva?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Chevrolet Captiva?
Electrical, with 139 complaints across all years, followed by engine (98) and transmission (34).
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Captiva have?
1 recall between 2011 and 2015. The 2011 model year has the most, with 1.
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