Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2012 Caterpillar CT660
NHTSA data on file today
The 2012 Caterpillar CT660 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of . try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 2012 Caterpillar CT660. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #14V068000 Fracture Of The S-cam Bracket Assemblies NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V072000 Missing side marker lamps and/or reflective tape NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #12V051000 SERVICE BRAKES/TRACTION RELAY VALVE NHTSA notice
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $15,000–$30,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2012 Caterpillar CT660 shows limited data with three recall campaigns and no direct owner complaints listed. The recalls address brake issues and lighting, indicating potential safety concerns but not enough evidence of widespread unreliability. This lack of complaint data suggests a cautious but not overly negative outlook on reliability.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake S-cam brackets | Unknown | $1,000–$2,000 | occasional |
| Side marker lamps | Unknown | $100–$300 | rare |
| Air relay valves | Unknown | $300–$600 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Annual brake inspection
- Replace air filters annually
- Oil and filter changes twice a year
- Inspect and lube chassis regularly
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unexpected air brake issues
- S-cam bracket fractures
- Non-functioning side lamps
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2012 Caterpillar CT660 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.