Chevrolet Captiva recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 6 safety recalls naming the Chevrolet Captiva, launched from 2010 to 2018. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Chevrolet Captiva recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 6
- 2010 to 2018
- Latest recall
- 21 May 2018
- R/2018/129
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Chevrolet Captiva recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
FUEL MAY LEAK
R/2018/129, launched 21 May 2018, 8,606 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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
POSSIBILITY OF A FIRE
R/2016/263, launched 23 January 2017, 10 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
R/2015/142, launched 31 July 2015, 3,584 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
ENGINE MAY START INADVERTENTLY
R/2015/114, launched 31 July 2015, 5,251 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED
R/2012/090, launched 28 August 2012, 38,876 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Aveo, Epica, Kalos, Lacetti, Matiz, Nubira, Optra, Spark, Tosca
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.
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
R/2010/003, launched 3 March 2010, 2,734 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Chevrolet Captiva, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Chevrolet dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.