Chevrolet recall: 2016–2017 Silverado 1500 and 5 more – air bags
General Motors, LLC is recalling 2016–2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and 3 more models because of an injury risk – 1,559 vehicles (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on September 24, 2026. Distributed nationwide.
Lower risk A safety recall: the manufacturer or NHTSA found a vehicle defect that poses a risk to safety, or a failure to meet a federal safety standard. The remedy is free.
Share
| Product | 2016–2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and 3 more models |
| Brand | Chevrolet |
| Company | General Motors, LLC |
| Type | Vehicles |
| Classification | Vehicle |
| Report received | September 24, 2026 |
| Published by NHTSA | September 24, 2026 |
| Quantity | 1,559 vehicles (potentially affected) |
| Recall ID | 26V611000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 2016–2017 |
| Chevrolet | Silverado 2500 | 2016 |
| Chevrolet | Silverado 3500 | 2016 |
| GMC | Sierra 1500 | 2016–2017 |
| GMC | Sierra 2500 | 2016 |
| GMC | Sierra 3500 | 2016 |
Identifiers and details
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V611000
- Manufacturer recall number
- N262569920
- Component
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR
- Built
- 2016-04-30 to 2016-05-11
- Recalled part
- AIRBAG ASM-FRT & RR ROW R/RAIL · Roof Rail Airbag · 23366022, 23366021
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
Why it was recalled
The problem: an injury risk.
NHTSA's defect summary: “General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500, GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.”
The consequence, according to NHTSA: “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 to do
NHTSA: “Dealers will replace both RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 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 N262569920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 24, 2026.”
Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.
Official notice: NHTSA recall 26V611000.
Other vehicle recalls
| Date | Recall | Problem | Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2026 |  Lippert recall: Seating Power Cord – electrical systemVehicles · 4,435 units (potentially affected) | a fire risk Lower risk | NHTSA Equipment |
| Oct 9, 2026 | Grand Design recall: 2026–2027 Imagine – equipmentVehicles · 148 vehicles (potentially affected) | a crash risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Genesis recall: 2017–2020 G80 and 1 more – seatsVehicles · 94,622 vehicles (potentially affected) | a fire risk Most serious | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Honda recall: 2023–2026 Accord Hybrid and 2 more – tiresVehicles · 4,804 vehicles (potentially affected) | an injury risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Tiffin recall: 2022–2025 Allegro Bus and 1 more – fuel systemVehicles · 177 vehicles (potentially affected) | a fire risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 7, 2026 | Toyota recall: 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid – engine and engine coolingVehicles · 30,978 vehicles (potentially affected) | a crash risk Serious | NHTSA Vehicle |
About this recall
Is Chevrolet 2016–2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalled?
Yes. General Motors, LLC reported the recall to NHTSA on September 24, 2026; NHTSA published it September 24, 2026 (Vehicle). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.
Why was it recalled?
Because of an injury risk. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500, GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sid
What should I do if I have it?
NHTSA says: Dealers will replace both RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 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 N262569920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 24, 2026.
Where was it sold?
Nationwide.
More recalls
Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.