2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Work Truck
1GTN1TEX9CZ281869
Vehicle history report for the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Work Truck (VIN 1GTN1TEX9CZ281869). White, pickup, 4.3L 6-cyl, gasoline. 31,033 mi reported. Registered in Mi. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
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What's a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 worth?
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See this car's exact value →Crash-test safety ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program, tested as the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 4WD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2012 GMC Sierra 1500.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 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.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
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 48
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500.
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
They should be responsible for repairs or replacement of the cheap made frames that rust away so fast so u ain’t gotta worry about your truck fallling apart going down the rd and the lower control arms made of cast that rust from inside out and you don’t know until breaks while driving along with camber adjustments where they can throw alignment out with a s…
NHTSA ODI #11739589POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted, especially between second and third gears. The check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the engine felt as though the engine mounts were inoperable. The conta…
NHTSA ODI #11711216ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 111,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 243,000. The Carfax Report indicated that the vehicle was servic…
NHTSA ODI #11682085AIR BAGS
2012 GMC SIERRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR.
NHTSA ODI #11419608AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
DASH CRACKS EVERYWHERE, ALL ATTACHMENT POINTS ARE CRACKING. NO APPARENT REASON OTHER THAN USING A UN U.V PROTECTED PLASTIC.
NHTSA ODI #11395692FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I WAS DRIVING MY TRUCK UP A 6% PERCENT GRADE WHEN THE CHANGE FUEL FILTER SOON WARNING POPPED UP, ABOUT A MINUTE LATER THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOSE POWER, I KEPT DRIVING TO TRY AND GET OVER THE HILL SO I COULD MAKE IT TO A REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT. I WAS ONLY ABLE TO MAKE IT ABOUT 2 MILES AFTER THE WARNING SHOWED UP BEFORE THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT…
NHTSA ODI #11296896UNKNOWN OR OTHER
THE DASH BOARD IS CRACK I REPLACED 2 TIMES AND THE REPLACEMENTS ALSO CRACKS THE PARTS IS $1200 PLUS $1200 LABOR.
NHTSA ODI #11287270STRUCTURE
OUR GMC HAS EXPERIENCED 3 EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE FAILURES. WE PAID TO HAVE THE 1ST BROKEN HANDLE REPAIRED AS IT WAS NOT OPERABLE FROM THE OUTSIDE. THIS MAKES FOR A DANGEROUS EVACUATION EXPERIENCE IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY. WE CHOSE A NON-DEALER REPAIR FACILITY DUE TO THE COST OF USING A DEALER. THIS REPAIR HAS HELD UP WELL. SINCE THAT INITIAL REPAIR 2 MO…
NHTSA ODI #11234863+ 40 more complaints on record.
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Does the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500?
Comparable 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 listings run roughly $16,300–$30,900, typically around $23,801 (from 307 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What is the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).
Data last checked 28 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.