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Air Bag Recall: Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra 2016-2017

Announced 2026-09-24 · NHTSA

GM is recalling 1,559 vehicles, including 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500, GMC Sierra 2500/3500, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, because the left- or right-side roof rail air bag inflator end cap may detach or the inflator sidewall may rupture. Dealers will replace both RRAB modules free of charge, and owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. Owners may contact GMC at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020; VINs involved became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 24, 2026; recall number N262569920.

BrandGeneral Motors, LLC
ProductAir Bag Inflator Endcap May Detach
ReasonGeneral 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.
Severitymoderate
Units affected1559
AgencyNHTSA

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO

  1. Contact your GM dealership to schedule a free replacement of the RRAB modules.
  2. Wait for and review your recall notice (mailed around November 9, 2026) for specific instructions.
  3. If you have questions, call GMC at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020; verify your VIN on NHTSA.gov.

How to identify the recalled item

Campaign numberN262569920
Lot / date codesN262569920

These are the identifiers NHTSA published for this recall. Most recall notices list no UPC or model number at all — if the code on your item is not shown here, that does not mean the item is excluded. Check the official notice, or contact the company.

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