2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 673 on record.
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 at a glance
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2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls 2
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and VI or "Zone A." Additionally GM is recalling certain 2011-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Ch…
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notific…
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Nort…
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 22, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notific…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 284 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 4WD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
What's a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 worth?
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trims & engines on record
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles on record
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCRKSE74CZ226528
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck1GCRKPEA6CZ132644
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCUKSE29CG269406
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCRCSE01CZ217074
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCPCSEA2CG212949
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCPKSE76CF102186
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCPKSE7XCG265437
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCPKSEA3CG215930
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCPKSE77CF209960
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCPKSE72CG260409
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCRKSE7XCZ304228
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCPKSE74CG103206
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCPKSE71CF161386
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCRCSE0XCZ182437
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCRKSE71CZ299274
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS1GCRCREA6CZ248872
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCRKSE78CZ197759
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCRKSE70CZ144635
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck1GCRCPEX3CZ261328
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCPKSE76CG275267
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCUKSE28CG266741
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCPKSE73CF207283
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ3GCPKTE7XCG171225
Other Chevrolet Silverado 1500 model years
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
Based on 284 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, structure, engine.
What is the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).
How much is a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 worth?
Comparable 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 listings run roughly $13,100–$28,000, typically around $21,119 (from 664 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.