Third-row power folding seatback may trap occupant
Defect Summary
General motors, llc (gm) is recalling certain 2026-2027 cadillac vistiq vehicles. When the power fold feature is activated, the third-row power seatback may fail to reverse when enountering a person.
Safety Consequence
A person, especially a child, may be trapped by a rear powered seatback, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will disable the third-row folding feature until parts are available. Once available, the seat module will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed august 6, 2026. Owners may contact cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is n262555780. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on june 18, 2026.
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FAQ: Recall 26V394000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V394000?
NHTSA recall 26V394000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on June 18, 2026. It addresses: Third-row power folding seatback may trap occupant. The recall affects approximately 14,540 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V394000 or the manufacturer campaign number N262555780. 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.