2012 GMC Sierra 2500
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 30
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2012
Opened by NHTSA
27% of complaints
Complaints per year
2012: 30 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 48 |
| 2001 | 134 |
| 2002 | 134 |
| 2003 | 160 |
| 2004 | 143 |
| 2005 | 115 |
| 2006 | 66 |
| 2007 | 83 |
| 2008 | 63 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 63 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 46 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 89 |
| 2016 | 59 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 79 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 104 |
| 2025 | 28 |
| 2026 | 14 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
27% · 8 reportsShow complaint excerpts
A multi-car collision had occurred at a considerable speed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-02
The contact owns a 2012 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V051000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer and an unknown dealer were contacted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-12
Fuel/propulsion system
17% · 5 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 GMC Sierra 2500. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the check engine warning indicator illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-13
Power train
13% · 4 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Driving on the expressway around 60 mph when the truck went into limp mode slowing me down to 40 and then would not shift gears Tcm went out gm told me that there is a big…
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-05
Also filed under Electrical system
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 GMC Sierra 2500. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle jerked, stalled, and lost power. The transmission warning indicator illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-28
Electrical system
13% · 4 reportsStructure
13% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing body.
Show complaint excerpts
Chrome interior door handle. Chrome plating is coming off and is sharp. Cut my finger opening the door. Resembles a paper cut. Took vehicle to dealer and they are replacing handle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-04
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2018-06-11Equipment18V267000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018.
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2021-05-11Air bags21V051000 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...
Remedy: 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.
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2021-05-11Air bags21V054000 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...
Remedy: 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.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2012 GMC Sierra 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V267000 · Equipment
- Recall 21V051000 · Air bags
- Recall 21V054000 · Air bags
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- Is the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 GMC Sierra 2500 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.