The problem
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, GMC Sierra EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, and 2022 GMC Hummer EV Pickup vehicles. The high voltage battery may have an improperly secured internal module component.
The risk
A loose component may move and damage the high voltage battery, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262562600. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 30, 2026.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-494 (26V494000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N262562600 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery |
| Report date | July 30, 2026 |
| Owners notified | August 24, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 11 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 2 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-494 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Chevrolet customer service at…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 11 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.