2024–2026 GMC Canyon recall: Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V856000
- Reported
- December 11, 2025
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
- Vehicles affected
- About 1,120
What is wrong
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024â2026 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV vehicles. Incorrect sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software may cause a second stage passenger air bag deployment when only a first stage is intended. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, âOccupant Crash Protection."
Safety risk
An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the SDM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252533510. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 11, 2025.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
- GMC Canyon: 2024, 2025, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
GMC Canyon (2024, 2025, 2026). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will update the SDM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252533510. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 11, 2025.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.