NHTSA Recall 22V827000: Software (exterior lighting)
General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 338,735 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Cadillac Escalade.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V827000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N222382220 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | November 3, 2022 |
| Owner notification | December 15, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Yukon, Yukon XL, Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Daytime Running Lights that do not deactivate as intended may cause a glare, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will provide an over-the-air (OTA) update for the Body Control Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2022. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222382220.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V827000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cadillac Escalade | 2021 |
| Cadillac Escalade ESV | 2021 |
| Chevrolet Suburban | 2021 |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | 2021 |
| GMC Yukon | 2021 |
| GMC Yukon XL | 2021 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.