Recall 26V494 covers 10 2026 Chevrolet vehicles with an improperly secured high voltage battery component that raises fire risk. Repair will be free once available.
Chevrolet is recalling 10 2026 Silverado EV, Escalade Iq, Escalade Iql, and Sierra EV vehicles because an internal high voltage battery component was not properly secured. The component can move, damage the battery, and increase fire risk; the Chevrolet dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The high-voltage battery in the affected 2026 Silverado EV, Escalade Iq, Escalade Iql, and Sierra EV vehicles stores electrical energy for the propulsion system. It supplies that energy to the motors that move the vehicle. Inside the battery assembly, modules and their components are designed to remain secured in fixed positions.
On the recalled vehicles, an internal module component was not secured as intended. A traction battery depends on its internal parts staying in their designed positions while the vehicle is driven and charged. The filing for recall 26V494 does not identify the specific component, explain why it was left improperly secured, or describe the resulting failure in greater detail.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a sound, message, or change in vehicle behavior to reveal the improperly secured component before a problem occurs.
Who's affected?
Four models share the same high-voltage traction battery in this recall.
| 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| 2026 Cadillac Escalade Iq | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2026 Cadillac Escalade Iql | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2026 GMC Sierra EV | high-voltage traction battery |
| Units affected | 10 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
A loose component can move and damage the high voltage battery, increasing the risk of a fire. No warning sign is listed before damage occurs, so schedule the repair as soon as it becomes available. Repair will be free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV, Escalade Iq, Escalade Iql, or Sierra EV is included in this recall.
- Wait for Chevrolet's owner notification before scheduling the repair.
- Schedule the free high-voltage battery replacement with a franchised Chevrolet dealer once the remedy opens. The replacement addresses the loose internal module component that can damage the battery.
- Bring the recall notice to the dealer, or reference recall number 26V494 when you call.
What happens at the repair
The final recall repair is not available yet. Once Chevrolet opens it, a Chevrolet technician will remove and replace the high voltage battery because an internal module component was not secured correctly. Parts and labor will be free under the recall. Until then, contact a Chevrolet dealer to confirm whether the repair has opened and ask what steps apply to your vehicle.
Timeline
| July 30, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
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Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V494?
Recall 26V494 covers 10 model-year 2026 Silverado EV, Escalade Iq, Escalade Iql, and Sierra EV vehicles. An improperly secured component inside the high-voltage battery can move and damage the battery, increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the battery for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V494. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule a high-voltage battery replacement. The repair is free. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2026.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the safety defect at no cost. A franchised Chevrolet dealer will replace the affected high-voltage battery free of charge under recall 26V494.
What is the safety risk in recall 26V494?
The risk is a high-voltage battery fire. NHTSA campaign 26V494 states that a loose internal module component can move and damage the battery, increasing fire risk. The free repair replaces the affected high-voltage battery.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V494000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-333-4223 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V494 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V494000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on August 10, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →