Recall 26V-611: 2016–2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 4 more
General Motors, LLC recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Sep 24, 2026, covering about 1,559 vehicles.
The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500, GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 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.
The risk
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 October 21, 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 N262569920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 24, 2026.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V611000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 2016 | All years |
| Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 2016 | All years |
| GMC Sierra 1500 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| GMC Sierra 2500 | 2016 | All years |
| GMC Sierra 3500 | 2016 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V-611?
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500, GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 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.
How is recall 26V-611 fixed?
Dealers will replace both RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 21, 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 N262569920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 24, 2026.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.