2011 Chevrolet Captiva: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2011 Chevrolet Captiva: 1 recall, 1 owner complaint.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Steering Vehicle recall #11V591000 · 2011 · 3,150 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2011 Chevrolet Captiva has 1 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 5 Captiva model years for complaints (well below the 63 average). Neighboring years: 2012 (65 complaints, 0 recalls).
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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
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FAQ
Does the 2011 Chevrolet Captiva have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2011 Chevrolet Captiva problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (1).
Where can I get a 2011 Chevrolet Captiva repair manual?
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