2016–2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and 3 other models Recall: Left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may…
NHTSA campaign 26V611000 · Air Bags · filed Sep 24, 2026 · verified Sep 30, 2026
The defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500, GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
The risk
A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will replace both RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 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 N262569920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 24, 2026.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V611000 (manufacturer number N262569920). Data last verified Sep 30, 2026.