The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. The gear shifter may provide inaccurate gear selection feedback to the driver due to an incorrectly manufactured steering column assembly.
The risk
Inaccurate gear selection may result in unexpected vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Until the remedy is performed, owners are advised to visually verify the shift position indicator each time a gear is selected and always use the parking brake when the vehicle is parked. Dealers will replace the transmission control on the steering column, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262558671. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-345 (26V345000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N262558671 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Steering › Column |
| Report date | May 28, 2026 |
| Owners notified | June 9, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 232 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-345 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Until the remedy is performed, owners are advised to visually verify the shift position indicator each time a gear is selected and always use the parking brake when the vehicle is parked.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 232 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.