Your alternator is not working. 12 volts is the battery voltage that actually should be 12.5 V. The alternator charges at 14.5 volts.
The volt gauge isn't accurate in any way. As long as the battery light isn't on your ok. You can have someone check it with a voltmeter to be sure.
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