Roof rail air bag inflator endcap may detach
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 26V325000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V325000?
NHTSA recall 26V325000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 21, 2026. It addresses: Roof rail air bag inflator endcap may detach. The recall affects approximately 2,785 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V325000 or the manufacturer campaign number N262557310. 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: 2026-08-17. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.