GMC Recalls

NHTSA has issued 231 safety recalls covering GMC vehicles since 2010, across 29 models. The most recent was reported on June 23, 2026. 5 of them carry an active do-not-drive or park-outside advisory. Pick a model to see every campaign against it, including what the defect was and how the manufacturer fixed it.

GMC recalls by model

Model	Recalls	Model years
GMC Sierra 1500	51	2007–2026
GMC Yukon	48	2007–2026
GMC Sierra 3500	39	2007–2026
GMC Yukon XL	36	2007–2026
GMC Acadia	33	2007–2026
GMC Savana	33	2003–2026
GMC Canyon	26	2004–2026
GMC Terrain	22	2010–2026
GMC Sierra	21	2007–2016
GMC Hummer EV Pickup	7	2022–2026
GMC Envoy	5	2006–2007
GMC Sierra EV	5	2024–2026
GMC Sierra HD	5	2015
GMC Envoy XL	4	2006
GMC Hummer EV SUV	3	2024–2026
GMC W3500	3	2006–2009

GMC models covered on another page

These share their recall record with a closely related model, so both are covered in one place rather than on two near-identical pages.

GMC Sierra 2500 — see GMC Sierra 3500 recalls
GMC W4500 — see GMC W3500 recalls

Other GMC models with recalls on record

These have only one or two recalls each, which is not enough for a page of their own. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov for the details.

C5500, C6500, G3500, Sanana, Savana 1500, Savana Cutaway Van, Topkick, W-Series, W5500, WT5500, Yukon XL 1500.

Most recent GMC recalls

The newest campaigns NHTSA has on file for GMC, whichever model they affect.

26V399000SteeringReported June 23, 2026

STEERING

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Express, and 2025-2026 Savana vehicles. The steering gear assembly may have a nut that was not properly tightened.

What can happen

A loose nut that separates from the steering gear assembly while driving can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gear assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 10, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262563570. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 23, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 26,541
Maker's recall no.: N262563570

Read campaign 26V399000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

26V345000SteeringReported May 28, 2026

STEERING:COLUMN

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. The gear shifter may provide inaccurate gear selection feedback to the driver due to an incorrectly manufactured steering column assembly.

What can happen

Inaccurate gear selection may result in unexpected vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Until the remedy is performed, owners are advised to visually verify the shift position indicator each time a gear is selected and always use the parking brake when the vehicle is parked. Dealers will replace the transmission control on the steering column, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262558671. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 232
Maker's recall no.: N262558671
Owners notified: June 9, 2026

Read campaign 26V345000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

26V325000AirbagReported May 21, 2026

AIR BAGS

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 vehicles. The left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

What can happen

A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace both RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262557310. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V166.

Vehicles affected: 2,785
Maker's recall no.: N262557310
Owners notified: June 24, 2026

Read campaign 26V325000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

26V304000Reported May 14, 2026

WHEELS:HUB

The problem

General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025–2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.

What can happen

A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 2,457
Maker's recall no.: N262554630
Owners notified: June 18, 2026

Read campaign 26V304000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

26V289000Power trainReported May 7, 2026

NHTSA advises: do not drive this vehicleOwners of affected vehicles are told to stop driving until the repair is done. Contact your dealer to arrange it.

POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.

What can happen

Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 66
Maker's recall no.: N262557620
Owners notified: May 18, 2026

Read campaign 26V289000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

What to do if your GMC is on this list

A recall listed here applies to a range of vehicles, not to every car of that model year. Manufacturers narrow it down by build date and VIN, so the only way to know whether yours is included is to check the VIN. You can do that free on NHTSA's recall lookup, or by calling any franchised dealer for that brand with your VIN in hand.

Recall repairs are free. Under federal law the manufacturer has to fix a safety defect at no charge, and there is no mileage limit and no expiry on that obligation for vehicles under 15 years old. A dealer cannot charge you for the parts, the labour, or the diagnosis on a recall repair, and you do not need to have bought the car there. If a dealer asks you to pay, that is worth escalating to the manufacturer's customer line, which is listed in the remedy text of each recall above.

Recalls do not block a title transfer or registration in any state. You can legally buy, sell, or register a car with an open recall, and sellers are generally not required to fix one first. That said, an open recall is worth raising before money changes hands, especially one with a do-not-drive advisory. If you are buying, run the VIN before you hand over the payment; if you are selling, telling the buyer about an open recall costs you nothing and avoids a dispute later.

GMC recall questions

How many recalls has GMC issued?

NHTSA lists 231 recall campaigns for GMC vehicles from 2010 onward, spread across 29 models. A campaign usually covers several model years at once, and a single fault in a shared part can trigger one campaign that touches many different models.

Does a high recall count mean GMC builds unreliable cars?

Not on its own. Recall counts track safety defects reported to the federal government, not general reliability, and they scale with how many vehicles a manufacturer sells. A brand that sells millions of trucks a year will show more campaigns than a low-volume marque. Manufacturers that report faults early also show higher counts than ones that delay.

How do I find out if my GMC is affected?

Pick your model below to see every recall issued against it, then check your VIN on NHTSA's lookup to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included. The VIN check is the only reliable answer, because manufacturers limit each recall to a range of build dates.

Where this data comes from

Every recall on this page is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the federal agency that oversees vehicle safety recalls in the United States. We pull the full recall file from NHTSA and reproduce the campaign number, defect description, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them. NHTSA data is in the public domain.

Source:: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
NHTSA data as of:: July 18, 2026
Coverage:: Recalls from 2010 onward

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-18 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Independent resource · Not legal advice

⚠ Independent resource — check your VIN before actingCar Paperwork is not affiliated with NHTSA, any manufacturer, or any dealer. This page lists recalls issued for a model, which is not the same as a recall on your car: only a VIN check confirms that. Recall records are also updated by NHTSA continuously, so treat this as a starting point and confirm anything urgent with NHTSA or a franchised dealer. Nothing here is legal or repair advice.