Electronic stability control light may not illuminate/fmvss 126
Defect Summary
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 Consequence
An indicator light that does not illuminate may fail to warn the driver of an esc system issue, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
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Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Electronic Stability Control (esc).
FAQ: Recall 25V594000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V594000?
NHTSA recall 25V594000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 11, 2025. It addresses: Electronic stability control light may not illuminate/fmvss 126. The recall affects approximately 1,191 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electronic Stability Control (esc) component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V594000 or the manufacturer campaign number N252515340. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.