2012 Chevrolet Express Specifications

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    • 2012 Chevrolet Express Model Years
    2003200720102012

    Engine Location : Front
    Drive Type : Rear Wheel
    Production Years for Series : 2003 -
    Price : MSRP: $25,090-46,525
    Invoice: $23,235-43,245
    Weight : 5226 lbs | 2370.474 kg
    MPG City : 11
    MPG Highway : 17
    V 8
    Displacement : 4807 cc | 293.3 cu in. | 4.8 L.
    Power : 280 HP (206.08 KW) @ 5200 RPM
    Torque :296 Ft-Lbs (401 NM) @ 4600 RPM
    Bore : 3.8 in | 96 mm.
    Stroke : 3.3 in | 83 mm.
    Compression : 9.5:1
    Valvetrain : 16 OHV (2.0 valves per cylinder)
    Cylinder Block : Cast-iron
    Cylinder Head : Cast-Aluminum
    Sequential Fuel Injection
    Redline : 5600 RPM
    Turbocharged V 8
    Displacement : 6599 cc | 402.7 cu in. | 6.6 L.
    Power : 260 HP (191.36 KW) @ 3100 RPM
    Torque :525 Ft-Lbs (712 NM) @ 1600 RPM
    Bore : 4.1 in | 103 mm.
    Stroke : 3.9 in | 99 mm.
    Valvetrain : 32 OHV (4.0 valves per cylinder)
    Cylinder Block : Cast-iron
    Cylinder Head : Cast-Aluminum
    Direct-Injection
    Redline : 3450 RPM
    Ignition system :Fast-heating glow plugs
    V 8
    Displacement : 5328 cc | 325.1 cu in. | 5.3 L.
    Power : 310 HP (228.16 KW) @ 5200 RPM
    Torque :334 Ft-Lbs (453 NM) @ 4500 RPM
    Bore : 3.8 in | 96 mm.
    Stroke : 3.6 in | 92 mm.
    Compression : 9.5:1
    Valvetrain : 16 OHV (2.0 valves per cylinder)
    Cylinder Block : Cast-iron
    Cylinder Head : Cast-Aluminum
    Redline : 5600 RPM
    V 8
    Displacement : 5967 cc | 364.1 cu in. | 6.0 L.
    Power : 323 HP (237.728 KW) @ 4600 RPM
    Torque :373 Ft-Lbs (506 NM) @ 4400 RPM
    Bore : 4.0 in | 102 mm.
    Stroke : 3.6 in | 92 mm.
    Compression : 9.4:1
    Valvetrain : 16 OHV (2.0 valves per cylinder)
    Cylinder Block : Cast-iron
    Cylinder Head : Cast-Aluminum
    Redline : 5600 RPM
    Ignition system :Coil near plug, platinum-tip spark plugs, low resistance spark plug wires
    Transmission:
    4 Automatic Hydra-Matic 4L60; with overdrive and torque converter , 6 Automatic Hydra-Matic 6L90; heavy-duty; with overdrive and torque converter

    1st Gear : 3.06
    2nd Gear : 1.63
    3rd Gear : 1:00
    4th Gear : 0.67
    Component

    EQUIPMENT

    Manufacturer

    General Motors LLC

    Mfr Report Date20080909
    NHTSA Campaign ID18V267000
    SummaryGeneral 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
    ConsequenceIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
    RemedyGM 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's number for this recall is 18146.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

    Component

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

    Manufacturer

    General Motors LLC

    Mfr Report Date20110214
    NHTSA Campaign ID13V225000
    SummaryGeneral Motors LLC (GM) and IMPCO Automotive Division of IMPCO Technologies, Inc. (IMPCO) are recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana Cargo vans that have a compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system installed as original equipment by IMPCO. The fuel systems, manufactured February 14, 2011, through February 20, 2013, have a fuel shut-off solenoid connector to the CNG tank that may corrode and form a short.
    ConsequenceA short at the connector may cause overheating, resulting in an increased risk of fire.
    RemedyGM will notify owners and GM dealers/fleets will perform the remedy which will include replacing the solenoid assemblies and fuel pump fuses and adjusting the wiring routing. The recall began on August 5, 2013. GM's number for this recall is 13139. Impco's number for this recall is FA13GM001. Owner's may contact GM Fleet Action Center at 1-800-353-3867.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

    Component

    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

    Manufacturer

    General Motors LLC

    Mfr Report Date20110531
    NHTSA Campaign ID14V117000
    SummaryGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans manufactured January 27, 2009, through March 7, 2014 with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds and less and equipped with front passenger air bags. In the affected vehicles, during a frontal impact below the air bag deployment threshold, if an unbelted front passenger's head hits the instrument panel above where the passenger air bag is located, the panel may not sufficiently absorb the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, 'Occupant Protection in Interior Impact.'
    ConsequenceIn the event of a crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
    RemedyGM will notify owners, and dealers will modify the passenger instrument panel free of charge. Notices to the owners of the heavy duty vans were mailed on April 28, 2014. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438. GMC owners may call 1-866-996-9463. GM's number for this recall is 14082.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

    Component

    AIR BAGS

    Manufacturer

    GENERAL MOTORS LLC

    Mfr Report Date20110602
    NHTSA Campaign ID11V543000
    SummaryGM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 17, 2011. THE SECOND STAGE OF THE DUAL-STAGE AIR BAG WILL NOT INFLATE IN A SEVERE FRONTAL IMPACT. ACCORDINGLY, THE AIR BAGS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.'
    ConsequenceAN IMPROPERLY DEPLOYED AIR BAG WILL INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT.
    RemedyGM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 29, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GMC AT 1-800-462-8782 OR CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020.
    NotesGM'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 11302.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

    Component

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

    Manufacturer

    General Motors LLC

    Mfr Report Date20110817
    NHTSA Campaign ID14V500000
    SummaryGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chevrolet Express compressed natural gas (CNG)vehicles manufactured September 10, 2010, to April 28, 2014, and GMC Savana CNG vehicles manufactured May 23, 2011, to April 21, 2014. The affected vehicles may leak natural gas from the CNG high pressure regulator.
    ConsequenceA natural gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire or explosion.
    RemedyGM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure regulator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 14321.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

    Component

    STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN

    Manufacturer

    GENERAL MOTORS LLC

    Mfr Report Date20120127
    NHTSA Campaign ID12V112000
    SummaryGENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND SUBURBAN VEHICLES, AND GMC SAVANA AND YUKON XL HEAVY DUTY VEHICLES. THE STEERING GEAR PITMAN SHAFT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY HARDENED AND COULD FRACTURE.
    ConsequenceIF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, A LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
    RemedyGM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING GEAR AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR PITMAN SHAFT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON APRIL 4, 2012.
    NotesGM?S SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 12055. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

    Information provided by NHTSA
    Data updated June 2024
    2012 Averages
    Avg. Home : $263,200
    Avg. Gallon of Gas : $3.55
    Total Car Production : 10,335,765

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    Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Chevrolet Express? A: The 2012 Chevrolet Express has wheelbase sizes of 135.00 and 155.00 inches.

    Q: What is the length of the 2012 Chevrolet Express? A: The 2012 Chevrolet Express has a length of 224.00 inches.

    Q: What is the width of the 2012 Chevrolet Express? A: The 2012 Chevrolet Express has a width of 79.20 inches.

    Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Chevrolet Express have?A: The 2012 Chevrolet Express has 39.80 inches of headroom.

    Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Chevrolet Express have?A: The 2012 Chevrolet Express has legroom of 41.30 inches.

    Q: What is the 2012 Chevrolet Express's towing capacity?A: The 2012 Chevrolet Express has a towing capaicty of 6200.00 lbs.

    Q: What were the bodystyles of the 2012 Chevrolet Express? A: The 2012 Chevrolet Express was offered as a G2500 Regular, G3500 Extended, G3500 Regular, Van.

    Q: How much did the 2012 Chevrolet Express cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Chevrolet Express had an MSRP of $25,090 - $$46,525 (USD).

    Q: What engines did the 2012 Chevrolet Express have? A: The 2012 Chevrolet Express had the following engine options: V 8 (4807 cc | 293.3 cu in. | 4.8 L.) with 280 HP (206.08 KW) @ 5200 RPM and 296 Ft-Lbs (401 NM) @ 4600 RPM
  • Turbocharged V 8 (6599 cc | 402.7 cu in. | 6.6 L.) with 260 HP (191.36 KW) @ 3100 RPM and 525 Ft-Lbs (712 NM) @ 1600 RPM
  • V 8 (5328 cc | 325.1 cu in. | 5.3 L.) with 310 HP (228.16 KW) @ 5200 RPM and 334 Ft-Lbs (453 NM) @ 4500 RPM
  • V 8 (5967 cc | 364.1 cu in. | 6.0 L.) with 323 HP (237.728 KW) @ 4600 RPM and 373 Ft-Lbs (506 NM) @ 4400 RPM

    • Q: What transmissions did the 2012 Chevrolet Express have? A: The 2012 Chevrolet Express had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Automatic Hydra-Matic 4L60; with overdrive and torque converter, 6 speed Automatic Hydra-Matic 6L90; heavy-duty; with overdrive and torque converter.

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