2022-2026 Cadillac Escalade Iq, Cadillac Escalade Iql and others recall: traction battery

General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall on July 30, 2026. It covers about 11 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 11
reported: Jul 30, 2026
owners notified: Aug 24, 2026
related complaints: 7

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery

What is wrong: General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, GMC Sierra EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, and 2022 GMC Hummer EV Pickup vehicles. The high voltage battery may have an improperly secured internal module component.
Risk: A loose component may move and damage the high voltage battery, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4223, GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782, and Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is N262562600. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on July 30, 2026.

Recall number 26V494000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 7 complaints about electrical problems.

Questions about recall 26V494000

Is there a recall on the 2022-2026 Cadillac Escalade Iq, Cadillac Escalade Iql and others traction battery?

Yes. Recall 26V494000, reported on July 30, 2026, covers about 11 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 26V494000?

Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4223, GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782, and Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is N262562600. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on July 30, 2026.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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