NHTSA Recall 25V856000: Inflator module (air bags) and software (air bags)
General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,120 vehicles. It affects 2024–2026 GMC Canyon.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V856000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N252533510 |
| Components | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE; AIR BAGS › AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | December 11, 2025 |
| Owner notification | January 30, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024–2026 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV vehicles. Incorrect sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software may cause a second stage passenger air bag deployment when only a first stage is intended. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, “Occupant Crash Protection."
Safety risk
An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the SDM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252533510. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 11, 2025.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V856000
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.