Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
2014 Chevrolet CaptivaRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 144 owner complaints for the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva. Most complaints involve electrical system (61) and engine (34). The EPA rates it 18–23 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 3 stars overall.
Combined MPG
18–23mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
3of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
144
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
144 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2014 – Jun 2026
- Electrical system61
- Engine34
- Power train17
- Structure10
- Steering9
- Electronic stability control (esc)9
- Air bags8
- Service brakes5
- Fuel/propulsion system4
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
61 reports2 fires
“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Chevrolet Captiva. The vehicle was purchased through a dealer sale. The mileage at the time of the purchase was 140,436. It was discovered four days later that there was a mileage discrepancy. The odometer suddenly turned to 228,000. The contact was unable to obtain a title. The state attorney general was contacted, who referred to the state, who failed to answer the phone and the NHTSA hotline.”
Engine
34 reports
“This car is a 2014 chevy captiva it has had multiple leaks that I have repaired on my own the engine gussles up gas like there's no tomorrow and then on hot days even though all liquids are filled will randomly have a check engine code and a reduced engine code amd service stabiltek system come on all at once. Now in this car I replaced the fuel pump, up and down 02 sensors the whole catalytic system front from to back and this issue still happens. Something is internally wrong with this car.and when the car decides to through these codes it makes a percolating sound like a pot of coffee is almost done brewing in the cabin of the car.”
Power train
17 reports
“Electrical system dies unexpectedly. Stabilitrac system alert lights up and car starts shifting like crazy. All warning lights flash and door locks and dome lights start flashing. This happens even when driving on the highway. Very dangerous and needs to be addressed immediately.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
3 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl · 3.0L 6-cyl
- Transmissions
- Automatic 6-spd
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captiva FWD Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,700 | 347 |
| Captiva FWD Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,300 | 463 |
| Captiva AWD Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L · All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,450 | 482 |
- 23mpg comb.
- 19mpg comb.
- 18mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
3/ 5
3 of 5Chevrolet Captiva SUV FWD
- Frontal crash
- 3 of 5
- Side crash
- 3 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 18.5%
Overall
3 / 5
Chevrolet Captiva SUV AWD
- Frontal crash
- 3 of 5
- Side crash
- 3 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 15.9%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2014 Captiva questions
How many recalls does the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.
What are the most common 2014 Chevrolet Captiva problems?
Owners filed 144 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (61), engine (34), power train (17). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva get?
The EPA rates the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva at 18–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).
How safe is the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva 3 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026