2012 Chevrolet Tornado

Introduction

The 2012 Chevrolet Tornado is a mid-size crossover SUV that offers a spacious interior and a comfortable ride. It is available with a choice of two engines: a 2.4-liter four-cylinder and a 3.6-liter V6. Both engines are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. The Tornado has received praise for its generous cargo space, fuel efficiency, and comfortable seats. However, it has also been criticized for its lack of power, particularly with the four-cylinder engine.

Engine

• 2.4-liter four-cylinder
  • Engine stalls at idle
    • Description/Symptoms: The engine suddenly stalls without warning while idling.
    • Solution: Replace the idle air control valve.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $300
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Loss of power under acceleration
    • Description/Symptoms: The engine loses power when accelerating, especially when going uphill.
    • Solution: Clean the throttle body or replace the throttle position sensor.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $250
    • Recalls: None Found
• 3.6-liter V6
  • No major issues found

Transmission

• Six-speed automatic
  • Transmission slipping
    • Description/Symptoms: The transmission slips or hesitates when shifting gears.
    • Solution: Replace the transmission clutches or rebuild the transmission.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $2,500+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

* **No major issues found**

Electrical

* **Electrical system gremlins**
    * Description/Symptoms: Electrical components such as lights, gauges, and power windows may malfunction intermittently.
    * Solution: Inspect and repair any loose connections or faulty wiring.
    * Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the issue
    * Recalls: None Found

Exterior

* **No major issues found**

Interior

• Front seat upholstery tears
  • Description/Symptoms: The upholstery on the front seats may tear or fray prematurely.
  • Solution: Replace the seat upholstery.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Rearview camera fails
  • Description/Symptoms: The rearview camera may become blurry or completely fail to display an image.
  • Solution: Replace the rearview camera module.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $250 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2012 Chevrolet Tornado is a reliable vehicle with a few minor issues. The most severe problems include transmission slipping and electrical gremlins, which can be expensive to fix. However, the Tornado’s spacious interior, comfortable ride, and fuel efficiency make it a popular choice for families and those who need a versatile SUV.