Chevrolet Captiva Recall R/2015/114: Engine May Start Inadvertently, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 31 Jul 2015
- Launched
- 5,251
- vehicles in the UK
- A150014
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Chevrolet recalled Captiva vehicles built between 3 March 2006 and 18 July 2011. Repeated key insertion could create intense wear condition on the trigger of the ignition cylinder internal component. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit a modified ignition Key cylinder. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Repeated key insertion could create intense wear condition on the trigger of the ignition cylinder internal component. As consequence Engine starter motor might self-crank and the vehicle moves involuntarily if the ignition key has been left in the ignition lock cylinder in the LOCK (OFF) position and a gear engaged. The concern only affects vehicles with manual transmission.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY START INADVERTENTLY Defect: Repeated key insertion could create intense wear condition on the trigger of the ignition cylinder internal component. As consequence Engine starter motor might self-crank and the vehicle moves involuntarily if the ignition key has been left in the ignition lock cylinder in the LOCK (OFF) position and a gear engaged. The concern only affects vehicles with manual transmission. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a modified ignition Key cylinder.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: engine may start inadvertently.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit a modified ignition Key cylinder.
Are You Affected?
Captiva built between 3 March 2006 and 18 July 2011 may be included. Chevrolet estimates 5,251 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Chevrolet, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Chevrolet.
- Book with any franchised Chevrolet dealer, quoting the campaign code A150014 or the DVSA reference R/2015/114. See how to get a Chevrolet recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| CaptivaFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2018/129 | |
| CaptivaPossibility of a fire | Urgent | R/2016/263 | |
| CaptivaPossibility of fire | Urgent | R/2015/142 | |
| Aveo, Captiva, Epica, Kalos and 6 moreBraking efficiency may be affected | Urgent | R/2012/090 | |
| CaptivaLoss of steering control | Urgent | R/2010/003 |
This is one of 35 Chevrolet recalls in DVSA’s data. The Chevrolet recall launched before it was R/2015/125 on 17 Jul 2015, for front seat lap belt pre-tensioner may not function as intended. The one launched after it was R/2015/142 on 31 Jul 2015, for possibility of fire. You can also see every Chevrolet recall and all recalls launched in 2015.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/114, launched 31 July 2015. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.