2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport Recall List
2 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport, affecting brakes and steering. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Chevrolet dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 0
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Jun 28, 2012
- Owner complaints
- 80
All 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- NHTSA 12V301000Jun 28, 2012Brakes2,070 vehicles
Parking brake
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.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 11V591000Dec 19, 2011Steering3,150 vehicles
Steering:hydraulic power assist:power steering fluid
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 reservoirâs melting point.
Risk: 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport have?
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport, covering brakes and steering.
- Are 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport recall repairs free?
- Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
- What is the most recent recall on the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 12V301000, reported Jun 28, 2012, concerning the brakes.