NHTSA Recall 26V496000: Temporary/emergency spare tire (tires) and wheels
General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 952 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Silverado EV.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V496000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N262556920 |
| Components | TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE; WHEELS |
| Report received | July 30, 2026 |
| Owner notification | September 23, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV vehicles. A manufacturing defect may result in the steel wheels cracking at the disc vent holes.
Safety risk
A cracked wheel may lead to disc separation and a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262556920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 30, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V496000
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.