2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 21, 2025 · 9 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Captiva Sport years
Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport. That ranks 2nd out of 3 Captiva Sport model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (7 complaints, 78%), typically at around 85,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine7 · ~85,000 mi
Air Bags2
Back Over Prevention1
Power Train1
Service Brakes1
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine778%85,000——
Air Bags222%———
Back Over Prevention111%———
Power Train111%———
Service Brakes111%———
Unknown or Other111%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 4 complaints
2023: 4202342024: 4202442025: 120251

n = 9 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

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 · received Apr 21, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11655892

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 · received Aug 9, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11607487

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 · received Jul 12, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11601515

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 · received Mar 15, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11577662

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 · received Mar 7, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11576068

Other Chevrolet Captiva Sport years

← 2012 Captiva Sport · 2014 Captiva Sport →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2014 Captiva Sport60
201390
2012 Captiva Sport802

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport?

Owners most often report engine, air bags, back over prevention problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 7 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Captiva Sport model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.