2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 5%of 80 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 84,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport, 5% of the 80 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 84,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Approximately a year ago the front main seals on the car went bad during cold weather. Once again we have had negative temperatures that this time made the rear main seals go bad in this car. The manufacture warranty runs out 1/29/2018 I purchased the car on 1/29/2013 me being the second owner that is not available to me. I purchased what was to be an extended mechanical warranty at the time of purchase, and to my disappointment the dealership has informed me that this is a gap warranty which is absolutely useless to me that I would not have purchased. …”
NHTSA complaint #11064940, filed 2018-01, 89,000 miles“Gm has a campaign to fix this problem but refused mine.basically oil is bypassed in large volume to the engine intake because the passages are undersized for pcv system. This is special coverage adjustment 14882 by GM. Pcv valve replaced and passages enlarged”
NHTSA complaint #11171193, filed 2019-01“While driving on an interstate, the voltage suddenly began to decrease. Within a few minutes, the car died on the highway. we were able to get it to the shoulder. No electrical equipment worked, including the emergency lights. After taking it to a garage, the mechanic said the alternator was working fine, but the battery was drained. He was able to start and run the car, but the computer indicated that a long-term memory issue with the computer, itself, was indicated. Also, previous to this, the transmission had to be rebuilt. …”
NHTSA complaint #11526330, filed 2023-06Related service bulletins
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11010651Oct 10, 2024This service bulletin informs the technician of an alternate lift procedure that has been developed when the lift plate does not fit the top of the transmission case for 6T30…
- 11009756Sep 17, 2024This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and…
- 11009088Sep 16, 2024This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be…
- 11006421Jul 24, 2024GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or…
- 11005311Jul 9, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal operation.
- 11001321May 16, 2024This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10250347Feb 2, 2024This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 11% |
| 2012 | 4 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport
46 complaintsEngine
22 complaintsOther or unknown
16 complaintsElectronic stability control
12 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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