Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
What Happened
The traction battery in your vehicle is a critical system that powers your electric motor. In some 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, GMC Sierra EV, and Chevrolet Silverado EV models, a component inside the battery may not be securely attached.
Risk if Unfixed
If the component shifts inside the battery, it could damage the high voltage system, potentially causing a fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will replace the traction battery with a new one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice letter, which will be mailed on September 14, 2026.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, GMC Sierra EV, and Chevrolet Silverado EV vehicles. The high voltage battery may have an improperly secured internal module component.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loose component may move and damage the high voltage battery, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262562600. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 30, 2026.
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