2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT
1GCRKSE78CZ221400
Vehicle history report for the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT (VIN 1GCRKSE78CZ221400). Gray, pickup, 5.3L 8-cyl, gasoline. 9,614 mi reported. Registered in Pa. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Safety recalls None found
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 283 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 283
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Severe frame rot on driver side beneath the cab. Just noticed it today July 13, 2026.
NHTSA ODI #11750169UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I noticed the gas tank was listing to one end and not level. I noticed one of the tank straps had rusted away and I took the truck to a mechanic to replace the strap. The mechanic showed me that practically the majority of the frame was rusted away. There was nothing substantial enough for the straps to attach to. Are there many cases of the frame disintegra…
NHTSA ODI #11747867VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and stopping at a stop light, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the accelerator pedal became stuck, and the engine unexpectedly revved to 5,000 RPM. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal failed to release. The brake pedal was depress…
NHTSA ODI #11733013ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While the vehicle was being registered with the Department of Motor Vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was approximately 141,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mi…
NHTSA ODI #11716826UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dash is cracked in several places
NHTSA ODI #11711791STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rusted Frame and body
NHTSA ODI #11674934POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I got the code p2138 and I’ve had it inspected and throttle body and accelerator pedal assembly replaced. The problem is still not fixed. I lost power driving to work and heavy vibration and shaking. If I pull out in a turn and someone is coming up fast and this happens again it reduces my engine power and could cause a crash. Problem has been confirmed by a…
NHTSA ODI #11673534STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the frame of the vehicle was significantly rusted, and the contact did not feel safe driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the frame was inspected. The dealer informed the contact that the frame needed to be replaced; however, the repair fee would supersede th…
NHTSA ODI #11662373+ 275 more complaints on record.
