Model year guide

2012 GMC Sierra

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 GMC Sierra is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 30 on record.

2012 GMC Sierra — representative photo
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2012 GMC Sierra at a glance

Safety recalls2
Combined17 mpg
Typical price$22,145

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2012 GMC Sierra recalls 2

Electrical System:ignition NHTSA Campaign #14V827000 · 30/12/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ignition lock housing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2015. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for t…

Fuel System, Diesel NHTSA Campaign #13V615000 · 11/12/2013

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, equipped with 6.6L diesel engines and dual fuel tanks. In the affected vehicles, the transfer pump which moves fuel from the rear tank to the front tank could malfunction and cause the fuel gauge to indicate an inaccurate reading.

Fix: General Motors will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel transfer pump, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC at 1-800-462-8782. …

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 GMC Sierra MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway20 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,758

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2012 GMC Sierra worth?

Low
$13,999
Typical price
$22,145
High
$36,995

From 26 comparable 2012 GMC Sierra listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 GMC Sierra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,790
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,600
Total$23,390
Per mile$0.31

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($22,145) with the same model 5 model-years older ($17,528), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 GMC Sierra trims & engines on record

Trims
SLE · SLT · Work Truck/Fleet/Base · Denali
Engines
5.3L 8-cyl · 6.6L 8-cyl · 6.0L 8-cyl · 4.3L 6-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl

2012 GMC Sierra vehicles on record

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2012 GMC Sierra — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 GMC Sierra have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2012 GMC Sierra. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2012 GMC Sierra get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 GMC Sierra at about 17 mpg combined (15 city / 20 highway).

How much is a 2012 GMC Sierra worth?

Comparable 2012 GMC Sierra listings run roughly $13,999–$36,995, typically around $22,145 (from 26 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.