Cadillac Recall 26V-289: Power train – transfer case (4-wheel drive)

Affected: 2015, 2026 Cadillac Escalade, 2015, 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 6 more. Filed with NHTSA on May 7, 2026, covering about 66 vehicles.

Do not drive: the manufacturer advises owners not to drive affected vehicles until they are repaired.

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.

The risk

Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign26V-289 (26V289000)
Manufacturer numberN262557620
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentPower train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Report dateMay 7, 2026
Owners notifiedMay 18, 2026
Vehicles affected66
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 26V-289 repair free?

Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 66 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Is it safe to drive?

No — the manufacturer says owners should not drive affected vehicles until the repair is done. Contact a dealer to arrange towing.

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.