2012 GMC SIERRA 3500 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2012 GMC Sierra 3500 has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to airbag inflator defects and fuel system concerns in the broader GMC Sierra 3500 model range covered by recalls. No direct complaints have been submitted for this model year.
There are seven recalls associated with the 2012 GMC Sierra 3500. The recalls involve critical safety systems such as airbag inflators, fuel tanks, and fire extinguishers. The affected components can cause serious safety risks including injury from airbag explosions, fuel leaks leading to fire hazards, and fire extinguisher failure.
- Passenger airbag inflator defect. Recall 21V051000 affects 284,645 vehicles including the 2012 GMC Sierra 3500 in designated states (Zone A). Non-desiccated inflators with PSAN propellant may explode due to degradation from humidity and heat, risking injury from metal fragments. GM will replace the inflator at no cost.
- Expanded airbag inflator recall. Recall 21V054000 covers 1,778,128 vehicles across multiple states (Zones A, B, C) including 2012-2014 Sierra 3500s. The defective inflators risk explosion and serious injury. GM is notifying owners and will replace the inflators free of charge.
- Fuel system sensor malfunction. Recall 17V664000 applies to 35,292 Sierra 3500 trucks with dual fuel tanks from 2011 to 2015. Faulty low fuel level sensors may cause rear tank fuel to overfill the front tank, which can expand and be pierced by the driveshaft, increasing fire risk. GM will replace pumps or update software and inspect tanks with repairs at no charge.
- Fire extinguisher equipment failure. Recall 18V267000 affects 6,154 vehicles including certain 2009-2014 Sierra HD models. Plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers may clog or have nozzles detach, causing operational failure and injury risk during fires. Owners will receive replacement extinguishers from Kidde free of charge.
Owners with repeated repairs, safety defects, or unresolved recall issues related to this vehicle may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a qualified attorney or consumer protection agency can help clarify those rights and options.
2012 GMC SIERRA 3500 Summary
2012
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
2104219
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2012 GMC SIERRA 3500
284645 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
2012 GMC SIERRA 3500
1778128 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
2012 GMC SIERRA 3500
6154 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
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
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
2012 GMC SIERRA 3500
35292 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK
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.
Risk: 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.
Complaints
No complaints found.