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2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport Owner Complaints

Updated May 30, 2026
Daniel Wilson

Complaint Summary

The 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport has 8 reported complaints.

  • Top issues involve engine and air bags.

Reliability Score

Reliability Score

8.8/ 10

Based on 8 complaints

Most Frequent Issues

ENGINE

4 50%

AIR BAGS

1 12.5%

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 12.5%

STRUCTURE:BODY

1 12.5%

SERVICE BRAKES

1 12.5%

Quick Insights

  • The top category is ENGINE, accounting for 50% of all complaints.

  • Owners have reported issues across 5 distinct vehicle systems.

  • Note: Complaint data reflects owner reports and may not always indicate a verified defect. Compare with Recalls and TSBs for a complete picture.

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Complaint Summary

What owners keep reporting on the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport

The 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport has 8 owner complaints in this dataset. ENGINE is the most common complaint category, representing about 50% of the reports shown here.

Most common complaint categories

The top complaint groups for the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport are ENGINE (4), AIR BAGS (1), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (1).

Are these complaints a serious red flag?

Potentially. 7 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems like brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection.

What should buyers inspect on a used 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport?

Start with the top complaint systems, compare them against the recall report, then inspect service records for evidence that those same areas were already repaired or monitored.

Read the full buyer guideRecall report and remedy notesMaintenance costs and intervals2013 Captiva Sport complaints2015 Captiva Sport complaints2012 Captiva Sport complaints

Detailed Complaint Log

Showing 5 of 5 systems

ENGINE

4 Reports50% of total

Previewing the first 2 complaint summaries.

My car consistently burned through oil despite getting regular oil changes and checks. The oil burned through before I was aware and the car now needs a new engine that will cost more than it’s worth

9/7/2023

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The vehicle then lost motive power. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road. Upon inspection, there was white smoke coming from the engine, and there was no engine oil on the dipstick. The contact added oil to the engine. The contact stated that the vehicle previously had an oil change; however, the engine consumed an excessive amount of oil. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

1/9/2024

2 more complaints are available in this category.

AIR BAGS

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

I got into a car accident someone pulled in front of me and I hit them and my air bags didn’t go off

12/15/2023

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

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.

5/21/2024

STRUCTURE:BODY

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

I was sold this vehicle, and was not notified it was a salvaged car, or the fact that it had been in 2 accidents .

9/27/2024

SERVICE BRAKES

1 Report13% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

I was sold this vehicle, and was not notified it was a salvaged car, or the fact that it had been in 2 accidents .

9/27/2024

About This Data

Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

What are the most common owner complaints for the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport?

The most reported complaint category for the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport is ENGINE, with 4 owner reports. That is about 50% of all complaints logged here. Other recurring themes include ENGINE, AIR BAGS, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.

Are complaints about the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport a serious warning sign?

Potentially. 7 complaint reports fall into higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components. That does not prove every vehicle has a defect, but repeated complaints in those systems justify a more careful pre-purchase inspection.

How should buyers use complaint data for the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport?

Use complaints as an early pattern to investigate, not a standalone verdict. Start with the top complaint categories, compare those themes against the recall report and maintenance guide, then inspect service records for evidence that the same problem areas were already addressed. If the same issue appears repeatedly across complaints and recalls, treat it as a real ownership-risk flag.

Are complaints about the 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport severe?

7 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection before purchase.

Complaint list entries are sourced from owner-submitted NHTSA ODI records.

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Chevrolet Captiva Sport: How should complaint data influence buying decisions?

Use complaint patterns together with recalls and maintenance guidance to estimate ownership risk and inspection priorities.

Carfocal links complaint data directly to recall and maintenance routes for the same model year.

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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Common Problems
  3. 03Owner Complaints
  4. 04Data and Methodology

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