2012 Gmc Sierra 3500 problems
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Common 2012 Gmc Sierra 3500 problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2012 GMC Sierra 3500, several common problems have been reported:
- Front Tank Overfilling: Another reported problem is related to the front tank overfilling, causing excess pressure that can lead to the tank expanding and contacting the driveshaft. This contact can result in a hole in the tank, leading to fuel leakage and an increased risk of fire. General Motors issued a recall to address this issue by replacing the affected parts.
- Air Bag Inflator Explosion: Owners have raised concerns about the front passenger airbag inflator potentially exploding, which could release sharp metal fragments that may cause serious injury or death. General Motors initiated a recall to replace the front passenger airbag inflator with an alternate one to mitigate this safety risk.
These reported problems highlight critical safety and functionality issues that owners of the 2012 GMC Sierra 3500 have faced. It is essential for owners to stay informed about recalls and promptly address any identified issues to ensure the safety and reliability of their vehicles.
Is Sierra 3500 reliable?
GMC Sierra 3500 Reliability Problems. Sierra 3500 owners have made 25 complaints over 29 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 1st in overall reliability out of 15 GMC models , with real lights and brakes concerns.
What recalls are on 2012 GMC Sierra?
2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Recalls
- Air bags. Recall date. 2021-02-05. Recall no. 21V051000. ...
- Air bags. Recall date. 2021-02-05. Recall no. 21V054000. ...
- Equipment. Recall date. 2018-04-26. Recall no. 18V267000. ...
- Electrical system. Recall date. 2014-12-30. Recall no. 14V827000. ...
- Seat belts: Front. Recall date. 2011-11-17. Recall no. 11V552000.
Does the 2012 GMC Sierra have cylinder deactivation?
All of the Sierra's V8 engines can run on E85, and the 5.3-liter V8 includes Active Fuel Management cylinder deactivation technology for maximum fuel efficiency.
How much horsepower does a 2012 GMC Sierra 3500hd have?
Used 2012 GMC Sierra 3500HD - Specs & Features
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | V8 |
| Base engine type | Flex-fuel (FFV) |
| Horsepower | 360 hp @ 5,400 rpm |
| Torque | 380 lb-ft @ 4,200 rpm |
Was 2012 a good year for GMC Sierra?
The 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 series ranks 6th out of 15 full size trucks based on owner reviews. A combination of good engine choices, a high towing capacity, and a nice interior make the Sierra a truck we recommend.
Is Sierra 3500 reliable?
GMC Sierra 3500 Reliability Problems. Sierra 3500 owners have made 25 complaints over 29 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 1st in overall reliability out of 15 GMC models , with real lights and brakes concerns.
How much horsepower does a 2012 GMC Sierra 3500HD have?
Used 2012 GMC Sierra 3500HD - Specs & Features
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | V8 |
| Base engine type | Flex-fuel (FFV) |
| Horsepower | 360 hp @ 5,400 rpm |
| Torque | 380 lb-ft @ 4,200 rpm |
What are the differences between Sierra 2500 and 3500?
However, what distinguishes the GMC Sierra Denali 3500HD is an option not available on the Sierra 2500HD: the choice of dual rear wheels. This is made possible by the 3500's wider chassis. Opting for this configuration unlocks a substantial increase in towing and hauling capabilities.
2012 Gmc Sierra 3500 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Gmc Sierra 3500 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Structure problems
- Service brakes problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2012 Gmc Sierra 3500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2012 Gmc Sierra 3500
The NHTSA has received 37 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2012 Gmc Sierra 3500. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2012 Gmc Sierra 3500 vehicles.
2022-03-03
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-24
- VIN: 1GT426C84CF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The service brakes lights has come on a d disabled my brake controller. This is a safety issue while towing and completely unacceptable.
2021-06-04
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-04
- VIN: 1GTN1VE00CZ
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 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.
2017-10-11
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-05
- VIN: 1GT426C86CF
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE GMC SIERRA 3500HD WHILE IN REGENERATION MODE FUNNELS EXHAUST DIRECTLY INTO THE CAB THROUGH THE VENTS. WHILE GM RECOGNIZED THIS AS A FLAW AND CAME UP WITH A FIX FOR IT, THEY WILL ONLY REPAIR IT IN A 5 YEAR OR 100,000 MILE WINDOW. HOW IS THIS NOT A SAFETY ISSUE WITHOUT AN EXPIRATION?
2017-02-07
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-07
- VIN: 1GT322CG7CF
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT PROPERLY WHEN TOWING A TRAILER. WHILE GOING UP A HILL, THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT DOWNSHIFT PROPERLY. WHILE GOING DOWNHILL, THE VEHICLE DOWNSHIFTS TO 2ND GEAR WHILE GOING 60 MPH. I HAVE CONTACTED GM SEVERAL TIMES (THEY HAVE IT ON FILE) THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THEY UNDERSTAND BUT SAID THAT THEY CANNOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE IT WAS BRAND NEW. OVER AND OVER AGAIN.
2016-04-08
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-04
- VIN: 3GTP2WE79CG
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEED, TRUCK SHUT OFF EXCEPT FOR THE LIGHTS. LOST POWERS STEERING, BRAKES ETC. ONCE I GOT THE TRUCK PULLED OVER AND STOPPED, ATTEMPTED TO RESTART. WAS UNABLE TO DO SO UNTIL THE 4TH ATTEMPT DURING A 5 MINUTES TIME SPAN. ONCE STARTED, APPEARED TO BE RUNNING FINE EXCEPT FOR THE MIL ON THE DASHBOARD WHICH WAS LIT.
2016-03-30
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-26
- VIN: 1GTR1VE01CZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DASHBOARD IS CRACKED NEAR THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG CLOSE TO THE WINDSHIELD. VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT OR HAD THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. CRACK OCCURRED JUST BEFORE 50,000 MILES.
2016-03-20
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-04
- VIN: 3GTP2WE7XCG
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DASHBOARD CRACKING ABOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL.
2016-03-17
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-16
- VIN: 1GTR1VE00CZ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SIERRA 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEAR THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 22,000.
2016-01-07
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-31
- VIN: 3GTP1VE01CG
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEAR THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT INFORMED THE MANUFACTURER OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WOULD BE ABLE TO BE REPLACED AT A DISCOUNTED PRICE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 67,000. UPDATED 09/28/16*LJ *TR
2015-12-16
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-10-23
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 3GTP1VE01CG
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER WHICH RESULTED IN A FRONT END COLLISION WITH A GUARDRAIL. WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED, ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE OPERATED AFTER THE CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 75,000.
2015-11-16
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-01
- VIN: 3GTP2VE71CG
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DASH IS CRACKING AROUND MY PASSENGER AIRBAG. THE CRACK IS IN FRONT OF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG CLOSER TO THE WINDSHIELD. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 32,000 MILES BUT IS JUST OUT OF THE 3 YEAR BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRANTY.
2015-11-14
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-14
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DASH CRACKED AROUND AIRBAG MODULE
2015-10-27
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-10-01
- VIN: 3GTP1VE26CG
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE DASH THAT SUPPORTS THE AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE IS CRACKING AND COULD POSSIBLY PUNCTURE THE AIR BAG OR SEND PARTS OF THE DASH FLYING A OCCUPANTS DURING A COLLISION. BECAUSE OF THE CRACKS THE AIR BAG IS NOT PROPERLY SECURED IN THE VEHICLE.
2015-09-17
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-04
- VIN: 3GTP2VE74CG
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED ABOVE THE AIR BAG HOUSING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 57,000.
2015-09-01
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-01
- VIN: 3GTP2XE29CG
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I PURCHASED A 2012 GMC SIERRA DENALI FROM STAHL MOTORS IN MONTEREY, CA IN FEBRUARY OF 2015. THEY ARE NOT WILLING TO PAY FOR THE DAMAGES TO MY TRUCK EVEN THOUGH THEY SOLD ME A COMPLETELY DANGEROUS VEHICLE, WHICH I WILL EXPLAIN. MY TRUCK DIDN'T FEEL RIGHT AS I WAS DRIVING SO I DECIDED TO TAKE IT TO A SHOP TO GET LOOKED AT. THERE IS A LONG LIST OF THINGS THAT IS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, BUT I WILL MENTION JUST THE MAIN ONES. THE TRUCK WAS SOLD TO ME WITHOUT THE REAR BRAKES HOOKED UP. THE BRAKE LINES FOR THE REAR CALIPERS WERE CAPPED OFF BY THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. WHEN THE MECHANIC SHOP DISCOVERED THAT, THEY ALSO DISCOVERED THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS COMPLETELY DRY, WHICH CAUSED DAMAGE TO MY FRONT BRAKES. THERE WAS NO CROSS MEMBER UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE FROM FRAME TO FRAME. IT WAS TORCHED OUT, THEREFOR LEAVING ZERO SUPPORT FOR THE FRAME OF THE TRUCK AS WELL AS THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. WHICH NEEDED TO BE REBUILT CAUSED FROM EXCESSIVE MOVEMENT LEFT TO RIGHT. FRONT DIFFERENTIAL NEEDED TO BE REBUILT CAUSED FROM THE DAMAGE OF NO CROSS MEMBER IN PLACE. BALL JOINTS WERE ALSO AFFECTED (ABOUT TO POP OUT OF CONTROL ARMS) DUE TO WRONG PARTS INSTALLED IN FRONT SUSPENSION OF VEHICLE.
2015-08-20
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-20
- VIN: 3GTP1VE00CG
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE MOVING WITH TRANSMISSION IN DRIVE, THE IGNITION SWITCH CAN BE SWITCHED OFF. BY DOING SO, THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES FAIL TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE STEERING WHEEL WILL LOCK, NOT ALLOWING TO STEER. THERE HAVE BEEN A SAFETY CONCERNS WITH OTHER GM PRODUCTS, WHY NOT THIS MODEL? THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN.
2015-08-07
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-05
- VIN: 3GTP2UEA1CG
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: FRAME COATING IS PEELING OFF THE BACK OF THE FRAME AND IN OTHER AREAS. EXCESSIVE RUST FOR A VEHICLE THAT IS 3 YEARS OLD IN A TEMPERATE CLIMATE. ONLY APPEARS TO BE AFFECTING FRAME COVERED WITH WAXY UNDERCOAT. VERY LITTLE RUST AND NO PEELING ON AREAS THAT HAVE OTHER PAINTS/COATINGS.
2015-07-02
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-02
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. TOOK TRUCK TO LOCAL CHEVROLET DEALER FOR REPAIR AND THEY DISCOVERED THE WIRES HAD BEEN CHEWED THROUGH. I READ THAT GM USES PEANUT OIL ON WIRES IN ORDER TO INSTALL THEM EASIER. LOOKS LIKE THIS ATTRACTED A MOUSE, SQUIRREL, CHIPMUNK, OR OTHER CREATURE AND IT CHEWED THE WIRES. LUCKILY IT DID NOT AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE TRUCK BUT IT COULD HAVE LED TO A SHORT CIRCUIT THAT COULD HAVE CAUSED A FIRE. I FEEL THIS NEEDS TO BE THOROUGHLY INVESTIGATED. AND GM NEEDS TO CREATE SOME KIND OF ANIMAL REPELLANT TO SPRAY ON THE WIRES AFTER VEHICLE ASSEMBLY.
2015-02-07
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-27
- VIN: 1GT423C86CF
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: THE FUEL INJECTION PUMP CP4 HAD A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE AS I WAS DRIVING ON A HEAVILY TRAVELED FOUR LANE HIGHWAY, US RT.20. I LOST POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. I FELT FORTUNATE THAT I WAS NOT TOWING A 16,000 LB. FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER DOWN A MOUNTAIN ROAD.I SAY THIS BECAUSE IT WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OVER THE TRUCK STEERING IT AND BRINGING IT TO A CONTROLLED STOP. I HAVE READ ABOUT THESE PUMPS FAILING ON NUMEROUS DIESEL FORD AND GM TRUCKS. I ALSO FEEL IF A WOMAN OR SMALL PERSON HAD THIS HAPPEN TO THEM THE OUTCOME COULD END IN LOSS OF CONTROL RESULTING IN INJURIES EVEN DEATHS. THE ONLY ONE THAT KNOWS THE ACTUAL NUMBER OF PUMPS THAT HAVE FAILED IS THE MANUFACTURERS, WHO WILL NOT SHARE THAT INFORMATION WILLINGLY. *JS
2015-02-06
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-20
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, TRANSMISSION SHIFTS HARD TO HIGHER GEAR. THIS STARTED ALL OF A SUDDEN WILL TAKE TO DEALERSHIP. *JS
2014-12-08
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-15
- VIN: 1GT121C86CF
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: ENGINE WILL INCREASE IDLE FROM 700 TO 900 AT ANY TIME. ONE CAN BE SITTING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND IT MIGHT INCREASE OR DECREASE. I PULL A 5TH WHEEL (35 FEET) AND IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO STOP WITH THE ENGINE TRYING TO KEEP GOING. ALSO IT IS VERY SCARY TO STOP ON SLIPPERY ROADS. THIS DID NOT START UNTIL THE VEHICLE HAD APPROX. 35,000 MILES ON IT. THE DEALER TELLS ME IT IS NORMAL, BUT I HAVE TALKED TO OWNERS OF THE GM DIESEL FROM MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2015 AND NONE OF THEM HAVE THIS CONDITION. *TR
2014-07-23
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-06
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GT424E89CF
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT IN A PARKING GARAGE GOING NO MORE THAN 3 MILES PER HOUR, OR HOWEVER FAST THIS VEHICLE CAN GO WHILE FOOT IS RESTING ON BRAKE, GETTING READY TO FULLY BRAKE. AS I PRESSED DOWN ON BRAKE TO STOP, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED AS IF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM SLIPPED, CAUSING THE TRUCK TO DRIVE FORWARD CRASHING THROUGH THE SHEETROCK WALL AND FINALLY STOPPING AFTER HITTING THE GLASS WINDOWS. TWO WEEKS LATER, AFTER ALL COSMETIC REPAIRS WERE DONE, THE VEHICLE DID THE SAME THING IN ANOTHER PARKING LOT, BUT LUCKILY BROKE BEFORE HITTING THE CURB AND LIGHT POST. I DID FEEL UNDER MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDDLE, AS I PRESSED DOWN TO STOP, A SLIP OF SOME SORT WHICH AT THE SAME TIME CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO PUSH FORWARD RIGHT BEFORE STOPPING. THIS IS DEFINITELY A MALFUNCTION OF SOME SORT WITH THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM. *TR
2014-07-10
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-12
- VIN: 3GTP2UEA6CG
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SIERRA 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE RIGHT AND LEFT TURN SIGNAL AND SAFETY BELT CHIME STOPPED WORKING. ALSO, THE RADIO MALFUNCTIONED AND THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE RIGHT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 65,274. UPDATED 10/2/14*CN THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ALSO WENT OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL. UPDATED 3/9/15 *JS
2014-07-02
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-27
- VIN: 1GT423C86CF
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: DRIVING FROM GM DEALER FOR TWO MILES CHANGE FUEL FILTER MESSAGE APPEARED AND ENGINE DIED. TOWED TO A DEALER DIAGNOSED AS A HIGH PRESSURE INJECTOR PUMP FAILURE WITH METAL CONTAMINATION TO FUEL SYSTEM. I HAVE FOUND A BULLETIN DATED 2009 FROM EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS. THIS JOINT STATEMENT HAS INFORMATION ABOUT THE FUEL USED IN THE USA THAT I WAS NOT AWARE OF AND MAY HAVE AVOIDED THIS FAILURE. THIS IS A VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR AS I USE MY TRUCK FOR WORK. *TR
2014-05-19
VISIBILITY,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-17
- VIN: 3GTP1VE00CG
- Components: VISIBILITY,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: PASSANGER FRONT DOOR HANDLE FAILURE. LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD UPON CLOSING OF THE DOOR. DOOR HANDLE PULL CLEAR FROM THE DOOR. WINDOW CANNOT BE ROLLED DOWN AND INTERNAL DOOR HANDLE IS INOPERABLE. *JS
2012 Gmc Sierra 3500 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2012 Gmc Sierra 3500.
2021-02-05
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: 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, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL and 2011-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AZ, AR, DE, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV or "Zone B." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2010-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL and 2010-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- 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. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed to 40 VIN owners on May 11, 2021. A second owner notification letter was mailed to all other owners on January 24, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212328800.
2021-02-05
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: 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 Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- 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. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 11, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212328770.
2018-04-26
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: 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 Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- 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. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. GM's number for this recall is 18146.
2017-10-19
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick causing the rear tank to overfill the front tank.
- Consequence: If the front tank overfills, the excess pressure may cause the front tank to expand and contact the driveshaft, possibly resulting in a hole in the tank. The hole will leak fuel, which in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear tank fuel pump or update the fuel-level sensor software, as well as inspect the front tank, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2017. Owners may contact GM customer service for Chevrolet 1-800-222-1020 or for GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17399.
Additional sources
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2013 GMC Sierra 3500 Dually The good the bad and the ugly ...
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Q&A: 2012 GMC Sierra Oil Pressure Issues - Solutions & Tips
https://www.justanswer.com/gmc/bhctz-2012-gmc-sierra-keep-getting-low-oil-pressure.html
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6.6L diesel losing fuel prime? | Chevy and GMC Duramax Diesel ...
https://www.duramaxforum.com/threads/6-6l-diesel-losing-fuel-prime.183594/
Jun 21, 2013 ... WIF will be the next area to check. By the number of posts for this problem seems like GMC diesels had a common problem. Love my truck!!
Common 2016 GMC Sierra 3500HD Diesel Problems - Q&A
https://www.justanswer.com/chevy/cuu4d-2016-gmc-sierra-3500-hd-diesel-standard.html
Sep 4, 2019 ... I have a 2016 GMC sierra 3500 Hd diesel. I have the standard electrical problems that gm trucks seem to have. I have the - Answered by a ...
Check engine light/Remote start issues | Chevy Silverado and GMC ...
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