2018–2026 GMC Yukon XL, Yukon, Sierra 1500 and 2015–2026 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, Suburban 1500 and more and more recall: Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V289000
- Reported
- May 7, 2026
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Part
- Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)
- Vehicles affected
- About 66
What is wrong
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.
Safety risk
Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 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?
Cadillac Escalade (2015, 2026); Cadillac Escalade Esv (2015, 2026); Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2026); Chevrolet Suburban (2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020); Chevrolet Suburban 1500 (2026); Chevrolet Tahoe (2016, 2017, 2019, 2026); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620.…
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.