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2 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.
2 known faults
The diesel particulate filter on Captiva diesels is cited by owners (faulty regeneration) and by a reliability report on the 2.0 VCDi as a recurring problem in urban use. A forum user regained power after a long run on a fast road.
The diesel particulate filter on Captiva diesels is cited by owners (faulty regeneration) and by a reliability report on the 2.0 VCDi as a recurring problem in urban use. A forum user regained power after a long run on a fast road.
Owners of 2.2 diesel Captivas (2011-2012 models) report gearbox failures, both manual and automatic, requiring costly replacement. Carsguide notes that transmission failures are not rare on the Holden Captiva, the same car sold in Australia.
The diesel particulate filter on Captiva diesels is cited by owners (faulty regeneration) and by a reliability report on the 2.0 VCDi as a recurring problem in urban use. A forum user regained power after a long run on a fast road.
Owners of 2.2 diesel Captivas (2011-2012 models) report gearbox failures, both manual and automatic, requiring costly replacement. Carsguide notes that transmission failures are not rare on the Holden Captiva, the same car sold in Australia.
No recurring fault documented for: 2.4 essence 136.
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Compare prices of parts for the Chevrolet Captiva I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.