NHTSA model-year recall report

2011 Chevrolet Captiva Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Dec 19, 2011

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What the record says

This model year's count is equal to the Chevrolet Captiva average of 1.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Power Steering Fluid, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2011 Chevrolet Captiva recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 11V591000

Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Power Steering Fluid

Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS LLC

Reported Dec 19, 2011

What is recalled

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 2, 2009, THROUGH APRIL 21, 2011. 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 RESERVOIRS MELTING POINT.

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer remedy

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 VEHICLE TO A GM DEALER TO HAVE THE REPAIRS PERFORMED. GM ANTICIPATES PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN MARCH 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

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2011 Chevrolet Captiva recall questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Chevrolet Captiva have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2011 Chevrolet Captiva?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology