• December 30, 2014Electrical system

  Ignition Lock Actuator may Bind

  NHTSA campaign 14V-827 · 84,192 vehicles potentially affected · Electrical system

  The defect: 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 remedy: 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.

• December 11, 2013Fuel system

  Transfer Pump Failure may result in Engine Stall

  NHTSA campaign 13V-615 · 9,733 vehicles potentially affected · Fuel system, diesel

  The defect: 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 remedy: 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.

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Other Chevrolet Silverado model years

• 2016 2
• 2015 7
• 2014 13
• 2013 3
• 2011 2
• 2008 1
• 2007 1
• 2006 4
• 2005 8
• 2004 8
• 2003 6
• 2002 4
• 2001 4
• 2000 8
• 1999 5

Common questions

Does the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 campaigns for the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado: 14V-827 (Ignition Lock Actuator may Bind); 13V-615 (Transfer Pump Failure may result in Engine Stall).

How do I know if my 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has an open recall?

Enter your VIN in NHTSA’s recall lookup. Most campaigns cover only part of a model year’s production, and the lookup also shows whether the repair has already been done on your vehicle.

Will the dealer charge to fix the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado?

No. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge by Chevrolet dealers. Quote the NHTSA campaign number when you book.