GM Transfer Case Lockup Recall 2026
2026 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500, 2026 CHEVROLET TAHOE, 2026 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 and more: POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
Updated May 7, 2026
A missing component in the drivetrain transfer case can cause the front or rear wheels to lock up without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Do not drive the vehicle until the repair is completed.
Is the General Motors, LLC recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on May 7, 2026. Details below.
What is recalled
2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel drive (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD); also certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. Check your VIN against the list at NHTSA.gov.
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, or GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, or Yukon XL with 4WD or AWD; or a 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, or Tahoe. Search your VIN at NHTSA.gov to confirm.
What to do right now
Do not drive this vehicle. Contact your dealer to schedule a free transfer case inspection and replacement. Call Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, GMC at 1-800-462-8782, or Cadillac at 1-800-333-4223. Provide GM recall number N262557620. Owner notification letters will be mailed June 22, 2026.
Contact: General Motors, LLC
The hazard
Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-26V289000
- Recalled
- May 7, 2026
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