2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Oil Filter

Find the OEM oil filter part number for the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 by engine/trim.

Specifications are shared across the 2005–2013 GMC Sierra 1500. Full details: 2005 GMC Sierra 1500.

OEM oil filter results

Engine / TrimOEM Part NumberOil WeightBuy
4.3L V6 ACDelco PF47E 5W-30 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-30 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
4.8L V8 ACDelco PF48E 5W-30 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-30 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
5.3L V8 ACDelco PF48E 5W-30 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-30 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
6.0L V8 Hybrid ACDelco PF48E 5W-30 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-30 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil
6.2L V8 ACDelco PF48E 5W-30 Buy on Amazon
Buy 5W-30 oil: Mobil 1 · Valvoline · Castrol · Pennzoil

Tip: If your vehicle has multiple engines, match the engine size on your door jamb sticker or owner's manual. Always verify with your owner's manual before purchase.

Service specifications

4.3L V6

Filter type
Spin-on
Change interval (normal)
Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo)
Change interval (severe)
Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service

4.8L V8

Filter type
Spin-on
Change interval (normal)
Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo)
Change interval (severe)
Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service

5.3L V8

Filter type
Spin-on
Change interval (normal)
Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo)
Change interval (severe)
Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service

6.0L V8 Hybrid

Filter type
Spin-on
Change interval (normal)
Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo)
Change interval (severe)
Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service

6.2L V8

Filter type
Spin-on
Change interval (normal)
Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo)
Change interval (severe)
Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service

Also fits

Vehicles that also use ACDelco PF47E:

Vehicles that also use ACDelco PF48E:

These vehicles take the same OEM filter part number. Always confirm against your own owner's manual before buying.

Frequently asked questions

What oil filter does a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 take?

It depends on the engine: the 4.3L V6 uses ACDelco PF47E; the 4.8L V8 uses ACDelco PF48E; the 5.3L V8 uses ACDelco PF48E; the 6.0L V8 Hybrid uses ACDelco PF48E; the 6.2L V8 uses ACDelco PF48E. Match the engine on your door-jamb sticker or owner's manual.

What oil weight does a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 use?

Recommended viscosity — 4.3L V6: 5W-30; 4.8L V8: 5W-30; 5.3L V8: 5W-30; 6.0L V8 Hybrid: 5W-30; 6.2L V8: 5W-30.

How often should the oil be changed on a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500?

4.3L V6 — normal service: Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo); severe service: Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service; 4.8L V8 — normal service: Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo); severe service: Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service; 5.3L V8 — normal service: Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo); severe service: Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service; 6.0L V8 Hybrid — normal service: Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo); severe service: Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service; 6.2L V8 — normal service: Per GM Oil Life Monitor (max 12 mo); severe service: Per Oil Life Monitor — expect shorter intervals under severe service. Severe service means short trips, towing, dusty roads or extended idling.

Is the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 oil filter a cartridge or a spin-on?

4.3L V6: Spin-on; 4.8L V8: Spin-on; 5.3L V8: Spin-on; 6.0L V8 Hybrid: Spin-on; 6.2L V8: Spin-on.

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