2018–2019 GMC Sierra 3500, Sierra 2500, Sierra 1500 and 2018–2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, Silverado 2500, Silverado 1500 recall: Air bags
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V166000
- Reported
- March 19, 2026
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Part
- Air bags
- Vehicles affected
- About 2,819
What is wrong
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 Crew Cab vehicles. The left or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Safety 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 the left and right-side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 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 N262549710. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2018); Chevrolet Silverado 2500 (2019); Chevrolet Silverado 3500 (2019); GMC Sierra 1500 (2018); GMC Sierra 2500 (2019); GMC Sierra 3500 (2019). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety 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.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the left and right-side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 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 N262549710. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.
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.