NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 GMC Sierra EV Safety Record
The 2026 GMC Sierra EV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 4 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2026 GMC Sierra EV has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score are available for this model year. Its record reflects a light recall and complaint burden to date: two recall campaigns have been issued, and four owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA. This data set offers neither a safety endorsement nor a safety warning; it simply indicates that comprehensive crash-test data for the vehicle remains unpublished.
The 2026 GMC Sierra EV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data available at nhtsa.gov.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 4 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 GMC Sierra EV?
The 2026 GMC Sierra EV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, leaving no star ratings for consumers to evaluate its crashworthiness. Despite this, its recall and complaint activity places it in the Light burden band, based on two recalls and four owner complaints. Of the two recalls, one is a broad documentation campaign affecting multiple GM vehicles. The other, more significant recall, addresses Stability Control software specific to the electric platform it shares with the Silverado EV. The four owner complaints are spread across suspension, braking, speed control, and Stability Control components. This is a small sample, and no safety outcomes have been verified, but these areas warrant attention as the 2026 model accumulates miles. Prospective buyers seeking crash-test data should understand that the Light burden band does not indicate crashworthiness. For reference, the 2025 Sierra EV achieved a Safety Index of 95, though this cannot be applied to the 2026 model.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 GMC Sierra EV have any recalls?
Two recall campaigns cover the 2026 GMC Sierra EV. The first addresses an owner, service, and other manual equipment issue affecting a broad group of GM models including this one. The second, and more safety-relevant, targets the Electronic Stability Control module software: GM is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV vehicles after an electro-related event was identified in the ESC control module. Neither recall carries an explicit park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the data provided, but owners should confirm remedy status through NHTSA's VIN lookup.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY26V494000
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 N
Reported 2026-07-30
WHEELS26V496000
Risk: A cracked wheel may lead to disc separation and a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262556920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 30, 2026.
Reported 2026-07-30
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL26V114000
Risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle
Reported 2026-02-26
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE25V594000
Risk: An indicator light that does not illuminate may fail to warn the driver of an ESC system issue, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The EBCM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 15, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252515340.
Reported 2025-09-11
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 GMC Sierra EV?
Four owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2026 GMC Sierra EV. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The top components alleged are Suspension with two reports, followed by single reports each touching Vehicle Speed Control, Forward Collision Avoidance, Service Brakes, and Electronic Stability Control. No complaints in this set allege a crash, fire, injury, or fatality.
4 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 GMC Sierra EV?
The 2026 GMC Sierra EV is subject to two open recall campaigns. Prospective owners should verify the recall status of any individual vehicle by checking its VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup tool.
- The 2026 GMC Sierra EV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so no Safety Index or star ratings exist for this specific model year, and their absence should not be interpreted as a positive or negative safety signal.
- A targeted ESC control module software recall affecting 2026 Sierra EV units has been issued by GM, making a VIN-specific recall check at nhtsa.gov an important step before driving or purchasing this vehicle.
- Four owner complaints reported to NHTSA for this model year are unverified allegations; none allege a crash, fire, injury, or death, but the components cited, including Service Brakes and Forward Collision Avoidance, are safety-relevant systems worth tracking as the fleet accumulates more miles.
- The 2025 GMC Sierra EV received a Safety Index of 95 from NHTSA, but that score belongs to the 2025 model year and cannot be applied to or assumed for the 2026 model year.
FAQ2026 GMC Sierra EV safety questions
Was the 2026 GMC Sierra EV crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 4 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 GMC Sierra EV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 GMC Sierra EV. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 GMC Sierra EV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 4 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 GMC Sierra EV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the GMC Sierra EV 2026.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.