2013 Chevrolet Captiva Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 4%of 97 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 83,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the fuel system of the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva, 4% of the 97 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 83,000 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.
“Rear main seal broke and spewed oil everywhere. The mechanic stated it was installed improperly. It cost $944 to repair and I would greatly appreciate if I could be reimbursed.”
NHTSA complaint #11181439, filed 2019-02, 72,000 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Captiva. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle reduced power independently to 20 MPH as the stability tracker and the engine power warning lights illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle body and the fuel injector needed to be replaced. It was unknown if the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10808997, filed 2015-12, 83,000 miles“Takaya recall ...driver seat belt is unraveling , gas fumes comes throught vent when on freeway or streets even with vents are closed when turning the tire rubs against the vehicle tire area other issues with engine grinding to pick up speed and poor power bought to batteries.”
NHTSA complaint #11004634, filed 2017-07Related service bulletins
- 11006711Aug 8, 2024This service bulletin provides diagnostic repair information for customer concerns of Engine Run-On, Rough Running, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated.
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10234144Mar 20, 2023This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva
48 complaintsElectrical system
31 complaintsOther or unknown
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsElectronic stability control
7 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Chevrolet Captiva
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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