General Motors Recalls 2025-2026 SUVs for Wheel Hub Bolt Issue
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General Motors is recalling certain 2025-2026 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon vehicles due to incorrect wheel hub bolts that may loosen or deform.
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What Happened
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025–2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 29,568 units of the following vehicles:
- 2025-2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV
- 2025-2026 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 and Tahoe
- 2025-2026 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL All models are equipped with 24-inch wheels. GM's recall number is N262554630 and the NHTSA campaign number is 26V304000.
What You Should Do
Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. VINs involved became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.
Why This Matters
A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Source
NHTSA Campaign 26V304000 - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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