GM recalls Sierra, Silverado trucks that may stall

GM recalls Sierra, Silverado trucks that may stall

April 7, 2026 Bojan Popic , ,

Warren, MI – April 7, 2026 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Chevrolet and GMC brands, is recalling 11,787 pickup trucks that may lose power while driving. This defect ups the chances of a crash and injury. 

The following models are affected: 

  • 2025 – 2026 GMC Sierra 3500
  • 2025 – 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500

Recall summary

The affected trucks have dual fuel tanks for extended range – a primary at the front and a secondary one behind it. Due to a software glitch, the fuel pump inside the rear tank may fail to transfer gasoline into the front tank, which could starve the engine and cause it to abruptly seize. 

Recall risks

A stalled truck may get hit by other vehicles, especially in dense or fast-moving traffic. 

Other Chevrolet recalls

In March 2026, GM recalled nearly 45,000 trucks and SUVs whose rear wheels could have locked while shifting gears.

In November 2025, the manufacturer recalled approximately 23,000 Cadillac and Chevrolet EVs due to the risk of the driver losing control because of defective tires, as reported.

The repair

Dealers will update the corresponding software free of charge. Drivers who are opted in will receive the same update over-the-air (OTA).

Notifications to the owners will be mailed by April 20, 2026. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This GM fuel pump recall affects nearly 12,000 pickup trucks. To do a Chevrolet or GMC recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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GM issues second recall for cars with loss of stability

GM issues second recall for cars with loss of stability

March 11, 2026 Bojan Popic , , ,

Warren, MI – March 11, 2026 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC brands, is recalling a total of 44,878 trucks and SUVs in two separate recalls, because their rear wheels may lock up while driving. This defect destabilizes the vehicles, upping the chances of a crash and injury.  

The following models are affected: 

  • 2020 GMC Sierra 2500
  • 2020 GMC Sierra 3500  
  • 2022 GMC Yukon
  • 2022 GMC Yukon XL
  • 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe 
  • 2022 Cadillac Escalade
  • 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV
  • 2022 Chevrolet Suburban
  • 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
  • 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
  • 2020 – 2022 GMC Sierra 1500
  • 2020 – 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The pickups were already recalled over the same issue in October 2024, but were not repaired successfully. 

Recall summary

An automatic transmission shifts gears using a series of hydraulic valves. In the affected vehicles, one of the valves may fail due to excessive wear,  which may jam the transmission during downshifts and lock up the rear wheels.   

Recall risks

A vehicle with locked rear wheels is unstable and more likely to spin and crash. In fact the recall comes on the heels of an accident where the driver hit a guard rail. It is not clear if anyone was injured.

Warning signs

The gears may become “sticky” before the transmission locks up. 

Background of the recall

The listed pickups were already recalled over the same issue in October 2024. The repair, however, was not performed correctly on that occasion. 

Other GM recalls

In May 2025, GM recalled nearly 600,000 trucks and SUVs that could have stalled because of a catastrophic engine failure.   

The effects of this major recall are currently being investigated by the U.S. government auto safety regulator, following complaints of subsequent engine issues.

The repair

The dealers will update the transmission software, which will spot when the lockup may occur and limit gear shifts. This repair will be free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners will be mailed by March 30, 2026. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 45,000 pickups and SUVs are affected by this expanded GM wheel lockup recall. To do a GM recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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US government investigates claims of GM engine recall failure

US government investigates claims of GM engine recall failure

February 6, 2026 Bojan Popic , , ,

Washington, D.C. – February 6, 2026 – The U.S. government auto safety regulator is investigating General Motors (NYSE:GM) over allegations of its vehicles stalling due to engine failure.  

If this GM engine issue leads to a recall, it could affect 597,571 vehicles, including: 

  • 2021 – 2024 Cadillac Escalade
  • 2021 – 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV
  • 2021 – 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • 2021 – 2024 Chevrolet Suburban
  • 2021 – 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe
  • 2021 – 2024 GMC Sierra 1500
  • 2021 – 2024 GMC Yukon 
  • 2021 – 2024 GMC Yukon XL

The vehicles were already recalled last May after GM was subject to a separate investigation. It appears, however, that the repair was not sufficient.

Recall summary  

The regulator, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), opened an investigation on January 16, 2026, following 36 complaints of stalled GM vehicles. 

According to the complaints, the engines would die while driving stalling the vehicles.

Risks

A stalled car may get hit by other vehicles, especially in fast-moving traffic. In addition, a seized engine may leak oil, which can catch fire if it comes into contact with hot surfaces. In fact, the previous recall came on the heels of 42 fires.

Warning signs

Some drivers reported receiving low oil pressure and check engine light warnings before the vehicle shut off, often accompanied by loud knocking sounds and poor acceleration.   

Oil full of “metal chunks”

The perils of sudden power loss can be illustrated by a driver whose Chevy Silverado cut out ‘’in the middle of the road’,’ where it “almost got rear-ended.”

Another driver mentioned that the engine oil was contaminated with “large pieces of metal,” possibly due to engine failure. Several others noted the loss of power steering and the car shifting into neutral on its own before dying altogether.

Background of the investigation

These vehicles were recalled in May 2025 to prevent a catastrophic engine failure caused by premature wear of the internal moving parts. To fix the issue, the dealers inspected the engine and replaced it if excessive wear was detected. Otherwise, the engine oil was replaced with a more viscous one. 

Other GM recalls 

In November 2025, GM recalled nearly 23,000 Cadillac and Chevrolet EVs over loss of control caused by defective tires.

Is your vehicle a part of a recall?

This investigation may lead to a GM vehicle stall recall, potentially affecting nearly 600,000 pickups and SUVs. To do a GM recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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GM recalls Optiq, Equinox EVs over loss of control

GM recalls Optiq, Equinox EVs over loss of control

November 4, 2025 Bojan Popic , ,

Warren, MI – November 4, 2025 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Chevrolet and Cadillac brands, is recalling 22,914 electric vehicles (EVs) whose drivers may lose control of the cars because of defective tires. The issue ups the chances of an injury and property damage. 

The following models are affected:

  • 2025 – 2026 Cadillac Optiq
  • 2025 – 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV

Only vehicles equipped with 21-inch all-season tires made by supplier Continental suffer from this problem. 

Recall summary

The affected EVs have one or more tires that were not manufactured correctly. As a result, their tread surface may detach while driving. If that happens, the driver may lose control of the car.

Recall risks

The defect significantly increases the risk of injury and a serious accident, putting the lives of the occupants at risk.

Warning signs

The driver may see unusual tire wear or bulges on the sides or notice vibrations and unusual noise while driving. 

Other Chevrolet recalls

In October 2025, nearly 24,000 Chevrolet Equinox EVs were recalled over a malfunctioning pedestrian warning system.

In May 2025, General Motors recalled almost 600,000 Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC SUVs and pickup trucks whose engines could have suffered from a catastrophic failure.  

The repair

The dealers will replace the tires free of charge.  

Notifications to the owners should be mailed on or before December 1, 2025.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 23,000 electric SUVs are affected by this GM tire recall. To do a Chevrolet or Cadillac recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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GM recalls Cadillac SUVs over blank instrument clusters

GM recalls Cadillac SUVs over blank instrument clusters

June 19, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Warren, MI – June 19, 2025 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Cadillac brand, is recalling 41,376 2023-2024 Cadillac Lyriq electric SUVs whose video displays may go blank. 

This would leave the driver without vital information and up the risk of a crash.

Recall summary

The listed SUVs have a single video display that shows all driving and vehicle-related information, including a speedometer and warning lights, as well as an image from the rearview camera while reversing. 

In the affected vehicles, the display may go blank due to a software error, depriving the driver of all this data. 

Recall risks

If the speedometer is not working, the driver is more likely to drive faster than allowed. A missing rearview camera image reduces visibility while backing up. 

Both situations increase the risk of a crash and injury. 

Other Cadillac recalls

In May 2025, GM recalled nearly 600,000 vehicles, including Cadillac Escalade SUVs, whose engines could have stalled because of a catastrophic failure.

In July 2024, Cadillac XT5 and XT6 SUVs were recalled over blank instrument clusters, also caused by a software error.    

The repair

GM will launch an over-the-air (OTA) software update for cars capable of receiving them. Drivers who do not have that capability enabled will need to visit their dealers to have the update performed.  In either case, there will be no cost for the service.

The owners should receive their notifications by July 14, 2025.  

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Cadillac video display affects more than 41,000 electric SUVs. To do a Cadillac recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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GM recalls 600,000 cars following US government investigation

GM recalls 600,000 cars following US government investigation

May 16, 2025 Bojan Popic , , ,

Warren, MI – May 16, 2025 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC brands, is recalling 597,630 SUVs and pickup trucks whose engines may suffer from a catastrophic failure. This could result in a stall, upping the risk of a crash.

This recall comes on the heels of a U.S. government investigation and affects the following models:

  • 2021 – 2024 Cadillac Escalade
  • 2021 – 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV
  • 2021 – 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • 2021 – 2024 Chevrolet Suburban
  • 2021 – 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe
  • 2021 – 2024 GMC Sierra 1500
  • 2021 – 2024 GMC Yukon 
  • 2021 – 2024 GMC Yukon XL

Recall summary  

The connecting rod and crankshaft are the backbone of the engine that are responsible for powering it. In the affected SUVs and pickups, both parts were not manufactured correctly, causing them to wear out prematurely. As a result, the engine may seize while driving, stalling the vehicle.     

Recall risks

A stalled vehicle on the road may get hit by oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of an injury. In fact, there were at least 12 crashes and 12 injuries leading up to the recall.

There were also 42 fires. Even though the manufacturer does not outline that as a potential risk, a fire can dramatically decrease the odds of occupants’ survival.

For tips on what to do in the event of your car catching fire, please see the following article.

Warning signs

The damaged engine may produce a “knocking” and “banging” sound, “hesitate” when accelerating, operate at higher-than-usual RPMs or have trouble starting. In addition, the driver may notice an illuminated check engine light on the dashboard, shifting issues or an overall lack of performance. 

Background of the recall

The recall comes on the back of an ongoing investigation conducted by the U.S. government auto safety regulator, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

There have been over 28,000 complaints and roughly 14,000 allegations of “loss of propulsion” leading up to it.

Other GM recalls

In January 2025, Chevrolet Equinox EVs were recalled because their pedestrian warning systems were not working correctly. 

In December 2024, GM expanded its recall of Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks whose tailgates may have opened on their own, as reported. 

The repair

The dealer will inspect the engine and replace it if damaged. This repair will be free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information by June 9, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This GM engine recall affects almost 600,000 trucks and SUVs. To do a Chevrolet recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. You can do the same for a Cadillac or GMC recall check. 

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GM is recalling Sierra pickups with faulty bug deflectors

GM is recalling Sierra pickups with faulty bug deflectors

March 4, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Warren, MI – March 4, 2025 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the GMC brand, is recalling 70,768 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 pickup trucks whose front grill deflectors – also known as bug or wind deflectors – can detach and fall onto the road. This would endanger other motorists, upping the risk of a crash and injury.   

The recall comes on the back of several accidents.

Recall summary  

The deflector is a piece of exterior trim mounted above or on the car’s front grille. Its purpose is to improve vehicle stability, reduce wind and protect the cooling system.

Due to a supplier error, the attachments holding the deflector in place in the affected vehicles may break, causing it to fly away while driving.    

Recall risks

If the deflector falls off while driving, it may land on the road, creating an obstacle for the other motorists, who may crash while trying to avoid it.  

Warning signs 

A loose deflector may rattle while driving.

Background of the recall

The recall comes on the heels of more than 1,200 field complaints, as well as four crashes. No injuries have been reported.

Other GMC recalls

Sierra and Silverado pickup trucks were recalled in December 2024 because their tailgates could open on their own while driving.   

On a separate note, GM is currently being investigated over an engine failure that may cause stalling.  

The repair

The carmaker is currently working on a solution to this problem. Once available, the repair will be free of charge.   

The owners should receive letters with more information by March 24, 2025.  

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 70,000 GMC pickup trucks are affected by this GM bug deflector recall. To do a GM recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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US government investigates GM over stalling SUVs and pickups

US government investigates GM over stalling SUVs and pickups

January 31, 2025 Bojan Popic , , ,

Washington, D.C. – January 31, 2025 – The U.S. government auto safety regulator is investigating General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC brands, over allegations of its vehicles stalling due to engine failure. 

The investigation could lead to a recall of 877,710 SUVs and pickup trucks.

The following vehicles would be affected:

  • 2021 Cadillac Escalade NA 
  • 2024 Chevrolet Suburban 
  • 2021 – 2024 Cadillac Escalade
  • 2021 – 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV
  • 2019 – 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • 2021 – 2022 Chevrolet Suburban
  • 2021 – 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe
  • 2019 – 2024 GMC Sierra 1500
  • 2021 – 2024 GMC Yukon 
  • 2021 – 2024 GMC Yukon XL

All cars have the L87 6.2-liter V8 engine.

Investigation summary  

The regulator, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), opened a preliminary investigation on January 16, 2025, following 39 complaints and numerous reports of vehicles that would stall while driving.

According to the initial findings, this happens because of a connecting rod bearing failure. This can cause the engine to seize or result in the bearing piercing the engine block.

The investigation aims to discover how widespread this problem may be and the impact it may have on road safety.  

Risks

A seized engine will stall the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash and injury. Bearings that pierce the engine have been the cause of engine fires in other, similar recalls but it is not clear if that is a possibility in this particular investigation.

Other Chevrolet recalls

In December 2024, GM expanded its previous recall caused by tailgates that would open on their own, as reported.

In January 2025, Chevrolet electric SUVs were recalled over malfunctioning pedestrian warning systems, also as reported.  

Is your vehicle part of a recall?

This investigation could lead to a GM engine failure recall, potentially affecting over 875,000 SUVs and pickups. To do a GM recall check and see if your vehicle might be a part of it, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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GM recalls electric SUVs with faulty pedestrian warning systems

GM recalls electric SUVs with faulty pedestrian warning systems 

January 2, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Warren, MI  – January 2, 2024 – General Motors (NYSE:GM) is recalling 7,606 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV SUVs that may fail to warn pedestrians of their approach. This ups the chances of a crash and injury. 

Recall summary  

The affected car is equipped with an audio system, which makes a sound to warn nearby pedestrians of its presence. Due to a software error, this safety system may fail to “produce sound at a sufficient volume.”

Recall risks

The pedestrian may not hear an approaching vehicle – or assess whether it is slowing down or accelerating – and come out in front of it. This augments the risk of an accident.

Other Chevrolet recalls

Last month, GM expanded an existing recall of Silverado and Sierra pickup trucks whose tailgates could open while driving, as reported. 

In February 2024, Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze sedans were recalled over roof-rail airbag inflators that could rupture upon deployment, also as reported.

The repair

Dealers will upgrade the vehicle software free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information by January 27, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 8,000 electric SUVs are affected by this Chevrolet pedestrian warning recall. To do a Chevrolet recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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GM expands Silverado, Sierra tailgate recall

GM expands Silverado, Sierra tailgate recall

December 18, 2024 Bojan Popic , ,

Warren, MI – December 18, 2024 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Chevrolet and GMC brands, is recalling 132,037 pickup trucks whose tailgates may open on their own. This could result in the cargo falling out, upping the risk of a crash and injury. 

This is an expansion of a previous recall from February 2024.

The following trucks are affected: 

  • 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500
  • 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 3500
  • 2024 GMC Sierra HD 2500
  • 2024 GMC Sierra HD 2500

Recall summary  

The affected vehicles’ tailgate may inadvertently open while the vehicle is in Park. This happens because of an electric short in the release switch caused by moisture intrusion. 

Recall risks

The cargo may fall out of the truck’s bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash and injury.  

Safety tips

Drivers are advised to check if the tailgate is open before driving off.

Previous GM tailgate recall

GM recalled over 570,000 2020-2024 Silverado and Sierra trucks over this issue in February 2024. The present recall comes on the back of the manufacturer receiving complaints about the same defect in vehicles that were not included in the first round of repairs.

Other Chevrolet recalls

In July 2024, GM recalled brand-new Corvettes whose seat belts could have jammed, as reported. 

In January 2024, the manufacturer recalled Chevy Bolt vehicles due to the risk of fire, also as reported.

The repair

Dealers will replace the tailgate release switch free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information by January 13, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This GM tailgate recall affects more than 132,000 pickup trucks. To do a Chevrolet recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. You can do the same for a GMC recall check. 

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