2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

3 recalls, 70 complaints - 2,300 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

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, Californi... Read more

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 notifica... Read more

284,645 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

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, ... Read more

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 notifica... Read more

1,778,128 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

EQUIPMENT

Defect Description

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 'Pin... Read more

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... Read more

6,154 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Complaint Statistics

70 total complaints 2 crashes 2 fires 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	13
AIR BAGS	10
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	9
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	7
STEERING	4
STRUCTURE:BODY	4
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	3
TIRES	2
WHEELS	2
SERVICE BRAKES	2

Incident date: Jan 7, 2025

Vehicle Caught Fire while driving on the highway. This is the third Chevy express 2021 that caught fire in last three months. 1GB0GRFP9M1249499 - 2021 Chevy Express 3500 - Date of Fire - July 6th 2026 1GB0GRF72N1218998 - 2022 Chevy Express 3500 - Date Of Fire - April 16th 2026 1GB0GRFP0M1249665 -... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Mar 5, 2026

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The vehicle was a dealer sale. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy on a Carfax Report and an oil change sticker. The contact researched prior to the purchase and was made aware per a Carfax report that the mileage was 59,5... Read more

Incident date: Sep 27, 2025

16,000 miles driven and my replace brake sensor light came on the dashboard. I took it in to get looked at and was told the Front Drivers Side has 1 brake pad showing a life of 5 while my other pads all showed a life of 9/10. I was told that most likely something stuck inside the brake pad itself ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 15, 2025

I am writing to report a serious safety issue with my Ford F-150. On March 15th, 2025 while driving on State Route 167 - 410 in heavy rain, my vehicle experienced an intermittent engine shutdown while in motion. Second time happened to my wife while leaving the neighborhood on March 18th, 2025. S... Read more

Incident date: Apr 15, 2025

Engine all of a sudden had no power or acceleration. Started shaking and thumping extremely loud.

Incident date: Feb 15, 2025

6.2L V8 had catastrophic failure due to lifters failing while driving at highway speeds.

Incident date: Feb 15, 2025

Around [XXX] on [XXX] the vehicle shut down with no codes showing or any warning. The weather was approximately 13* f. After many failed attempts to restart, and the electrical systems would not power down as if the vehicle thought it was still running. The only way to get the system to shut down w... Read more

Incident date: Feb 15, 2025

I was driving on the highway and I lost the ability to accelerate after getting a pop noise and was forced to pull over. The car had begun to rev up on its own then I wasn't able to accelerate at all, I could hear the engine moving but the wheels weren't getting power. I had the vehicle towed to a d... Read more

Incident date: Jan 19, 2024

The contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the horn was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the clockspring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 31, 2021

On 2 separate time periods, "propulsion power reduced" message appears on dash: - 1st incident in November 2022, car would not move after powering off the vehicle. After sitting idle for a week, decided to retry, and car seemed to work normally. Took it in to Chevy service, they replaced the BECM... Read more

Incident date: Oct 31, 2019

At 4k miles hit small bump, jeep vibrated violently this has happened on multiple occasions at highway speeds & was very dangerous. Dealer has vehicle in shop for over 24 hours blame’s tire alignment, they had just rotated tires.

Incident date: Sep 14, 2023

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while attempting to turn the steering wheel to the left or the right, the steering wheel seized and failed to operate as needed. The contact aggressively maneuvered the steering wheel to regain normal functionality. The air bag warnin... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2023

I have had several incidents where the car was not responding properly such as fob key unlocking car, even with brand new battery, I’d have to unlock car manually but alarm would go off for 10min+ then randomly stop and car would allow me turn it on. Sunroof wouldn’t work properly and get stuck.... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Jun 20, 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the message "Service Brake System" was displayed simultaneously. The vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that he applied more pre... Read more

Incident date: Feb 27, 2023

The contact owns a 2015 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH and activating the windshield washer on intermittent mode, he noticed that the windshield was significantly dry as the washer mechanism was not supplying fluid to the windshield at the nozzle. The contact stated that as ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 27, 2023

The smell of gas fumes was inside and outside of the car. I took a CO2 blood test and the CO2 levels came back high. The dealership said a recall was coming out soon. The vehicle supposedly was looked over by the dealership service manager. This began shortly after I bought the vehicle. Didn’t kno... Read more

1 injured

Incident date: Feb 27, 2023

1 injured

Incident date: Nov 1, 2022

My car randomly has check engine light go on and off. I check oil and it is low can not drive 3,000 miles without filling oil. It is so frequent that I check it every week. Dealership said they are known for engine issues best if I keep an eye on the oil. I love my car but this is crazy it has101,80... Read more

Incident date: Apr 18, 2022

DASHBOARD IS CRACKED IN SEVERAL PLACES INCLUDING AROUND PASSENGER AIR BAG

Incident date: Jan 13, 2021

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.... Read more

Incident date: Feb 21, 2022

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that he had the vehicle repaired under NHTSA Campaign 21V051000 (Air Bags) however when he retrieved the vehicle the air bag warning light was illuminated and a warning message to the service air bag soon was displayed. The contact... Read more

Incident date: Mar 1, 2021

GM sent me a recall notice March 2021 that my air bag is defective and they plan to replace it. That notice was in March 2021 and they still have not repaired it stating that parts are not available yet. I feel the air bag is a time bomb waiting to explode and I should not be subject to this... Read more

Incident date: Oct 7, 2021

Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V051000 (Air Bags) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer h... Read more

Incident date: Jan 22, 2021

DASHBOARD IN THE TRUCK HAS TWO STRESS CRACKS ONE BY THE AIR BAG AND ANOTHER ONE ABOVE THE SPEEDOMETER. THAT DASHBOARD IS VERY POOR QUALITY AND SHOULD BE RECALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS.

Incident date: Aug 14, 2020

EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) COOLER BYPASS VALVE HAD TO BE REPLACED 60,000 MILES. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION.

Incident date: Sep 1, 2020

IN 2017 MY BOSCH CP4 FUEL PUMPED FAILED, MARK CHRISTOPHER REPLACED DUE TO RECALL. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ON THE FREEWAY ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 MY TRUCK COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN, HAD A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER, AND POWER STEERING WAS LOST. HAD TO MAKE MY WAY TO SIDE OF FREEWAY AND CALL FOR A TOW. THIS WAS THE ... Read more

Incident date: May 15, 2016

THE DASH BOARD ON MY SILVERADO IS CRACKED IN 4 DIFFERENT PLACES. TWO ON THE AIR BAG SIDE AND TWO ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. THEY HAVE BEEN GETTING WORSE WITH TIME. THEY SEEM TO JUST KEEP GROWING. *TR

Incident date: May 15, 2016

THE DASH BOARD ON MY SILVERADO IS CRACKED IN 4 DIFFERENT PLACES. TWO ON THE AIR BAG SIDE AND TWO ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. THEY HAVE BEEN GETTING WORSE WITH TIME. THEY SEEM TO JUST KEEP GROWING. *TR

Incident date: May 15, 2016

THE DASH BOARD ON MY SILVERADO IS CRACKED IN 4 DIFFERENT PLACES. TWO ON THE AIR BAG SIDE AND TWO ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. THEY HAVE BEEN GETTING WORSE WITH TIME. THEY SEEM TO JUST KEEP GROWING. *TR

Incident date: Nov 18, 2014

CRACKED DASHBOARD

Incident date: Sep 3, 2018

DASH IS CRACKED ABOVE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG, POTENTIALLY CAUSING HIGH VELOCITY PROJECTILE HAZARD IN THE EVENT OF AN AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT.

Incident date: Sep 3, 2018

DASH IS CRACKED ABOVE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG, POTENTIALLY CAUSING HIGH VELOCITY PROJECTILE HAZARD IN THE EVENT OF AN AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT.

Incident date: Jan 15, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500HD. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED LIT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO JOHN L SULLIVAN CHEVROLET (350 AUTOMALL DR, ROSEVILLE, CA 95661, 916-782-1243) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE NITROGEN OXIDE SENSORS FAILED... Read more

Incident date: Sep 1, 2018

GOODYEAR WRANGLER 260-60R20" 2ND TIRE TO HAVE BROKEN BELTS CAUSING EXTREME VIBRATIO, THE ENTIRE FRONT END SHACKS VILANTLY WHEN APPLYING BRAKES TRYING TO STOP HAD TO HAVE REPLACED. DRIVING ON US 58 WEST WITH NO SHOULDER TO PULL OFF HIGHWAY

Incident date: Jun 15, 2016

THE TOP OF THE DASH IS CRACKED ABOVE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. NOT SURE WHEN OR HOW IT HAPPENED. THIS IS THE SAME THING I'VE SEEN HAPPEN TO MANY OTHER GM TRUCKS AND SUVS.

Incident date: Jul 6, 2017

VEHICLE WOULD NOT START WHEN WARMED UP AFTER SHUTTING OFF.

Incident date: Jul 6, 2017

VEHICLE WOULD NOT START WHEN WARMED UP AFTER SHUTTING OFF.

Incident date: Jan 6, 2016

DASHBOARD CRACKING AND SHATTERING WHICH COULD IN TURN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT OR DAMAGE TO THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG. TERRIBLE CRAFTSMANSHIP.

Incident date: Jul 31, 2017

BOSCH CP4.2 FUEL PUMP MALFUNCTIONED AND CONTAMINATED THE ENTIRE FUEL AND INJECTION SYSTEM WITH METAL SHAVINGS. THE TRUCK ENGINE STOPPED WHILE TRAVELING AT 50 MPH ON A CITY STREET AND LEFT ME WITH NO POWER STEERING. THE ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM NEEDS TO NOW BE REPLACED AND NOT COVERED BY THE MANUFACTURER. ... Read more

Incident date: Mar 15, 2015

I NOTICED A CRACK IN MY DASHBOARD ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AT THE FRONT LEFT CORNER OF WHERE MY AIRBAG IS IN MY 2012 SILVERADO 2500HD LTZ. I DID RESEARCH ON THIS PROBLEM ONLY TO FIND OUT THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF OTHERS WITH THIS ISSUE! IT'S NOT FROM USING ANY CLEANING PRODUCTS. IT'S A MANUFACTURER DEFECT... Read more

Incident date: Apr 24, 2017

SHIFTER CABLE CAME OFF THE LINKAGE

Incident date: Apr 24, 2017

SHIFTER CABLE CAME OFF THE LINKAGE

Incident date: Apr 16, 2017

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 EQUIPPED WITH REPLACEMENT MICKEY THOMPSON TIRES AND TIRE SIZE: 275/60R20. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE CONTACT DRAGGED 9 OF THE POLES THAT HOLD THE MEDIUM RETAINING CABLES ... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Nov 23, 2016

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS METAL CONTAMINATION IN THE FUEL SYSTEM DUE TO A FUEL PUMP FRACTURING IN THE FUEL TANK. THE VEH... Read more

Incident date: Nov 5, 2016

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH, STABILITRAC LIGHT COMES ON AND TRUCK RAPIDLY GRABS TO THE RIGHT AND SUDDENLY YOU ARE ON THE SHOULDER FIGHTING TO GET BACK ON ROAD, TRUCK ALSO STARTS TO DECELERATE AND HARD TO ACCELERATE. *TR

Incident date: Nov 5, 2016

Incident date: Mar 8, 2016

PASSENGER SIDE DASH, ON LEFT ENGINE COMPARTMENT SIDE HAS CRACKED FROM THE AIRBAG COMPARTMENT TO THE DEFROST AIR DUCT. THE CONCERNS ARE 1) IMPAIRED/FAILURE OF PASSENGER AIRBAG IN CRASH, 2) EXPOSURE TO SHARP DASH CRACKS WHICH COULD INCREASE INJURY IN A CRASH, 3) SAFETY OF OCCUPANTS INADVERTENTLY BEIN... Read more

Incident date: Apr 5, 2013

SEVERAL PROBLEMS.. MULTIPLE FAILURES OF "GLOW PLUGS" (KNOWN GM PROBLEM) AND NOX EXHAUST SENSORS, HIGH DEF USE, UNUSUAL "BUILDUP" IN THE EXHAUST FILTER REQUIRING MANY DEALER VISITS, DOWNTIME, REPAIR COSTS AND EXTREMELY POOR FUEL MILEAGE. GLOW PLUGS OFTEN FAIL AT INITIAL START WHEN SYSTEM IS "COLD".. ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 5, 2013

Incident date: Feb 1, 2015

THE PASSENGER FRONT SEAT IS LEAKING A FLUID AND EACH TIME WE RIDE IN IT IT MAKES US SICK. WE HAVE TO TRAVEL WITH THE WINDOWS DOWN EVEN IN THE RAIN.

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 PU/CC RWD W/ SAB

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Rollover Risk	20.4%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	No
Lane Departure Warning	No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

2,300 manufacturer communications from 1382 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	330
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	234
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	189
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	126
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	119
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	90
100000 POWER TRAIN	83
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE	72

200000 WHEELS

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.

200000 WHEELS

This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.

140000 AIR BAGS

This service bulletin provides information on Takata Air Bag Courtesy Transportation Reimbursement Program - Applicable to GM Recalls listed in bulletin.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

140000 AIR BAGS

This service bulletin provides information on Takata Air Bag Completion Rate Improvement Program - Applicable to GM Recalls 14491, 14735,15040, 15041, 15043,15044, 15045, 15046, 15406,15438, 15442, 15815, 15816,15817, 15818, 15826, 17009, 1

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.

251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unwanted Stability Activation and/or a Service Stability message on the Driver Information Center. Technician may find a Diagnosti

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.

190000 TIRES

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some owners of Heavy Duty Trucks and Utilities may ask if they can lower their tire pressures. Tire pressures being set to the "Tire and Loading Label" w

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle

100000 POWER TRAIN

160000 STRUCTURE

This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.

071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin advises the technician that the 6L50 (MYB), 6L80 (MYC) and 6L90 (MYD) Transmission Oil Filter and Seal Kit part number 24236933 is currently transitioning from a kit to the filter (24236517) and seal (24225347) being sold indi

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.

110220 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HAND HEATER:WIRING HARNESS

This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

020000 SUSPENSION

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer?s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the

010000 STEERING

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

020000 SUSPENSION

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

200000 WHEELS

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

200000 WHEELS

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and Recommendations.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.

200000 WHEELS

This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.

190000 TIRES

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).

200000 WHEELS

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi

117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER

This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin explains the difference in oil filters for gas engines with new oil pump control systems and the possibilities of what may happen using the incorrect filter.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician of a complaint of a sag or hesitation when accelerating. The concern is present when coasting at low speeds of less than 15 miles per hour and then aggressive

100000 POWER TRAIN

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.

100000 POWER TRAIN

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on the proper use of the labor operation 0600014.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.

010000 STEERING

This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.

020000 SUSPENSION

This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

This service bulletin provides information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin provides information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the

150000 SEAT BELTS

This service bulletin provides information on availability for a seat belt extender.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on accessory all-weather floor liners and flat mats warped or misshapen.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to sen

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.

160000 STRUCTURE

This service bulletin provides information on Paintless Dent Repair Process.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin provides information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin describes the U.S. Dealer Special Tool Loan Program process.

192000 TIRES:SIDEWALL

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with tire sidewall irregularities. This is a visual condition that will not affect durability, reliability or performance of the tires. Dealer

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on automatic transmission shift and engine driveability concerns and/or MIL ON due to aftermarket oil bath air filter use.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2000

HYDRAULIC PUMP SHAFT FAILURES

THE PRELIMINARY EVAULATION IS BEING UPGRADED.DURING THE EA ODI WILL LIMITITS INVESTIGATION TO ONLY THOSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HYDRO-BOOST SYSTEM, WHICH PROVIDES POWER ASSIST TO THE BRAKING AND STEERING SYTEMS.VACCUUM BRAKE BOOSTER VEHICLES ARE EXCLUDED.ODI HASEXPANDED THE SCOPE OF THE EA TO INCL... Read more

CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 across all model years (1997, 2026).

103 Total Recalls

5,008 Total Complaints

1 Investigations

266 Reported Crashes

136 Reported Fires

9 Reported Deaths

CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	2	7	View
2025	1	44	View
2024	4	208	View
2023	1	70	View
2022	3	129	View
2021	6	104	View
2020	10	139	View
2019	7	104	View
2018	5	70	View
2017	5	69	View
2016	5	157	View
2015	6	245	View
2014	2	52	View
2013	3	71	View
2012 (current)	3	70
2011	4	128	View
2010	5	27	View
2009	5	79	View
2008	4	226	View
2007	3	253	View
2006	1	218	View
2005	1	337	View
2004	2	431	View
2003	2	561	View
2002	3	408	View
2001	1	379	View
2000	3	156	View
1999	2	95	View
1998	2	82	View
1997	2	74	View
1996	0	2	View
1995	0	6	View
1994	0	7	View

Other CHEVROLET Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
SUBURBAN	246	10,458	View
TAHOE	240	12,622	View
MALIBU	216	29,080	View
SILVERADO 1500	200	22,534	View
CORVETTE	187	6,308	View
CAMARO	179	4,298	View
SILVERADO	159	10,964	View
SILVERADO 3500	152	1,409	View

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2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 - All Years Overview

CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 - Year by Year

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