The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, a message indicating that the DEF system had failed was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to several unknown dealers, where the O2 sensor, a diesel injector, and other unknown repairs were performed; however, the failure recurred while driving. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, a message indicating that the DEF system had failed was displayed. Additionally, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and gradually decelerated. The contact was able to drive to the nearest independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the DEF system, fuel pump, and oxygen sensor had failed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact was concerned that the repair was temporary. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 22,000.
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500: fuel pump failure
5 of the 53 complaints about the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 describe fuel pump failure.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 128,000
- recalls
- 0
Fuel pump failure by model year
What owners say
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 second failure of the bosch cp4 fuel pump, which was installed three years prior. Mark christopher chevrolet and gm will not replace under recall. Knowing that this is recalled product they are fusing to replace it.
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. Repair bill of over $7,000.
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 vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet silverado 2500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not able to restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, who diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The technician mentioned that the fuel pump fractured and debris went through the fuel system causing internal damages. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 47,000.
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Questions about the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 fuel pump
Is fuel pump failure a common problem on the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
5 of 53 owner complaints about the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 (9%) mention fuel pump failure. The model year with the most reports is 2016.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
There are 0 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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