2013 Chevrolet Captiva vs 2013 Ford Escape
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Chevrolet Captiva | 2013 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 97 | 2,742 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 18 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,332 | 155 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 49 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 89 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 24–26 |
| Median reported mileage | 78,000 mi | 76,069 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Captiva | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 48 | 1,263 |
| Power Train | 9 | 399 |
| Electrical System | 31 | 339 |
| Steering | 5 | 302 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 246 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 174 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 92 |
| Structure | 4 | 86 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 602 |
| Oil consumption | 10 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 281 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 117 |
| Overheating | 0 | 496 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 132 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 67 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 58 |
2013 Chevrolet Captiva
2013 Ford Escape
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.