The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, and GMC Sierra 3500 vehicles with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks (RPOs L8T and N2N). The rear fuel pump may not transfer adequate fuel to the front tank, causing an engine stall.
The risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
The vehicle's engine control module (ECM) will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 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 N262544420. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-129 (26V129000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N262544420 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump › Control/drive module |
| Report date | March 5, 2026 |
| Owners notified | April 8, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 11,807 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-129 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: The vehicle's engine control module (ECM) will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2026.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 11,807 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.