2026 GMC Sierra EV recalls

4 safety recalls, 5 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

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4Recalls
5Complaints
0Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2026 GMC Sierra EV recall list

Electrical System recall

26V-494
July 30, 2026 · General Motors, LLC
Problem
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, GMC Sierra EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, and 2022 GMC Hummer EV Pickup vehicles. The high voltage battery may have an improperly secured internal module component.
Safety risk
A loose component may move and damage the high voltage battery, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262562600. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 30, 2026.

Wheels recall

26V-496
July 30, 2026 · General Motors, LLC
Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV vehicles. A manufacturing defect may result in the steel wheels cracking at the disc vent holes.
Safety risk
A cracked wheel may lead to disc separation and a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262556920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 30, 2026.

Equipment recall

26V-114
February 26, 2026 · General Motors, LLC
Problem
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”
Safety risk
Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) recall

25V-594
September 11, 2025 · General Motors, LLC
Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV electric vehicles. After experiencing an electronic stability control (ESC) system malfunction, the ESC malfunction warning light may not illuminate on the next key cycle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Safety risk
An indicator light that does not illuminate may fail to warn the driver of an ESC system issue, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The EBCM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 15, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252515340.

2026 GMC Sierra EV owner complaints

5 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Suspension2
Electrical System1
Air Bags1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Service Brakes1
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)1

Recent complaints

September 28, 2026Electrical SystemAir Bags

Truck has airbag service issues since day 1. I’ve taken to the dealership and they can’t find any issues even though the service safety system continues to appear. Ac issues and charging issues as well. I’ve attached documentation.

December 28, 2025Vehicle Speed ControlForward Collision Avoidance

Component/system malfunctioned: Adaptive Cruise Control integrated with Traffic Sign Recognition/Speed Limit Assist (camera-based speed sign detection and automatic speed adjustment). Vehicle available for inspection upon request. While driving ~35 mph in 35 mph zones with Adaptive Cruise Control engaged, the system repeatedly misread speed signs (or GPS data) as much higher (e.g., 75 mph). The vehicle then automatically accelerated aggressively toward the incorrect higher speed without driver accelerator input. Acceleration is sudden and strong due to electric powertrain torque. This problem can be reproduced in multiple locations in low-speed zones. Safety risk: Vehicle sped up dangerously

December 8, 2025Service Brakes

Car rolls after parking brake is set. This happens on low hill grade and high hill grade parking location.

November 25, 2025SuspensionElectronic Stability Control (ESC)

The contact owns a 2026 GMC Sierra EV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V594000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving over uneven pavement, there was an abnormal bumping sound coming from the front passenger's side suspension. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed an abnormal rattling sound coming from nearby the pillars surrounding the infotainment system. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contact

September 20, 2025Suspension

Rear right clunk in rear suspension. Dealer kept truck for 2 days and can't figure it out. Worried it could be a suspension nut or bolt and could cause a crash.

2026 GMC Sierra EV crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2026 GMC SIERRA EV PU/CC BEV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2026 GMC Sierra EV: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 11.1%.

2026 GMC Sierra EV recall FAQ

Does the 2026 GMC Sierra EV have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2026 GMC Sierra EV. The most recent, filed July 30, 2026, concerns the electrical system.

What are the most common 2026 GMC Sierra EV problems?

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is suspension (2 reports), followed by electrical system.

Is the 2026 GMC Sierra EV safe?

The 2026 GMC Sierra EV earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2026 GMC Sierra EV?

Contact any authorized GMC dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.