The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2026 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV vehicles. Incorrect sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software may cause a second stage passenger air bag deployment when only a first stage is intended. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk
An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the SDM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252533510. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 11, 2025.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-856 (25V856000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N252533510 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module |
| Report date | December 11, 2025 |
| Owners notified | January 30, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,120 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-856 repair free?
Yes. GMC dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will update the SDM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252533510.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,120 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.