Does the 2012 GMC Sierra have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 GMC Sierra, the most recent reported on December 30, 2014 (Electrical system: ignition). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 GMC Sierra?

Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by structure (6).

How many 2012 GMC Sierra complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 29 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2012 GMC Sierra recalls and problems

2 recalls and 29 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2012 GMC Sierra.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2012 GMC Sierra recalls

Electrical system: ignition

NHTSA campaign 14V827000 · reported December 30, 2014 · General Motors LLC · 84,192 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: If stuck in the "Start" position, the ignition may suddenly snap back into the "Accessory" position, causing a loss of engine, steering, and braking power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. If the vehicle is in a crash, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
The 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 this recall is 14696 for the original equipment, and 14912 for the service replacement parts.

Fuel system, diesel

NHTSA campaign 13V615000 · reported December 11, 2013 · General Motors LLC · 9,733 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: If the fuel gauge indicates an inaccurate reading it may result in the vehicle unexpectedly stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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. GM's number for this recall is 13420.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system7
Structure6
Engine5
Air bags4
Service brakes3
Steering3
Unknown or other3
Electronic stability control (ESC)2
Power train2
Suspension2

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 4, 2021 · Air 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.

Apr 8, 2016 · Power train · 65,722 miles
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…

Mar 30, 2016 · Unknown or other · 49,000 miles
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.

Mar 20, 2016 · Unknown or other · 72,000 miles
DASHBOARD CRACKING ABOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL.

Mar 17, 2016 · Electrical system · 22,000 miles
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…

Sierra model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2009	1	37	3	0
2010	0	34	3	2
2011	2	43	1	0
2012	2	29	4	2
2013	3	39	4	1
2014	11	101	5	2
2015	6	53	3	1

Across all years, the 2000 Sierra has the most complaints (443). All GMC Sierra years →

Questions

Does the 2012 GMC Sierra have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 GMC Sierra, the most recent reported on December 30, 2014 (Electrical system: ignition). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 GMC Sierra?: Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by structure (6).
How many 2012 GMC Sierra complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 29 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 4, 2021.