Chevrolet Recall 26V-083: Power train – software

Affected: 2020–2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and 3 more. Filed with NHTSA on February 12, 2026, covering about 1,055 vehicles.

The problem

General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.

The risk

Rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252516560. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign26V-083 (26V083000)
Manufacturer numberN252516560
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentPower train › Automatic transmission › Control module › Software
Report dateFebruary 12, 2026
Owners notifiedMarch 6, 2026
Vehicles affected1,055
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 26V-083 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,055 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.