How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2012 Silverado 1500 have?

NHTSA lists 24 complaints in this area for the 2012 model year, which is 8% of the 284 total complaints filed for that year.

At what mileage do these problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 25,241 miles.

Is there a recall for wheel or tire problems on the 2012 Silverado 1500?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaint area for the 2012 model year.

Did any of these complaints involve crashes or fires?

Yes. NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 2 fires and 1 injury reported across all complaint areas for the 2012 Silverado 1500, with this suspension/tire area linked to reports of blowouts and rust.

How does 2012 compare to other Silverado 1500 years for this issue?

The 2012 model's 8% share of complaints in this area is on the higher end among the years listed, matching 2013 and 2018 but higher than years like 2019 through 2025.

2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 24 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 8% of all 284 complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 25,241. No related recall exists for this problem area. One crash and one fire were reported.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 24; 8% of 284
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 25,241 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Owners report sidewall plies breaking internally, causing tires to de-bead while driving on the highway.
Owners describe original-equipment tires losing traction and sliding on the road with very low mileage on the truck.
Owners report tire tread separating or the sidewall blowing out at low speed, causing uncontrollable vibration.
Owners report rims and wheels developing extensive rust at low mileage, sometimes within the first several thousand miles.
Owners report aluminum wheels cracking after tens of thousands of miles, with dealers stating no recall applies.
Owners describe tires cracking where the tread meets the sidewall and slowly leaking air.

When 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 13, 2012, latest May 7, 2025.

24 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2012 to May 2025; peak Dec 2014 (2).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Silverado 1500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200573 (8%)
200679 (15%)
200754 (5%)
200835 (3%)
200921 (4%)
201024 (6%)
201130 (5%)
201224 (8%)
201329 (8%)
201486 (6%)
201547 (4%)
201644 (6%)
201730 (4%)
201849 (9%)
201936 (3%)
202034 (5%)
202126 (3%)
20229 (1%)
20234 (1%)
20244 (1%)
20253 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2012 Silverado 1500 have?: NHTSA lists 24 complaints in this area for the 2012 model year, which is 8% of the 284 total complaints filed for that year.
At what mileage do these problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 25,241 miles.
Is there a recall for wheel or tire problems on the 2012 Silverado 1500?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaint area for the 2012 model year.
Did any of these complaints involve crashes or fires?: Yes. NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 2 fires and 1 injury reported across all complaint areas for the 2012 Silverado 1500, with this suspension/tire area linked to reports of blowouts and rust.
How does 2012 compare to other Silverado 1500 years for this issue?: The 2012 model's 8% share of complaints in this area is on the higher end among the years listed, matching 2013 and 2018 but higher than years like 2019 through 2025.