NHTSA recall 26V-212 (26V212000)
back over prevention recall reported April 2, 2026 - about 276,879 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V212000
- Also written as
- 26V-212
- Manufacturer number
- N262551720
- Reported
- April 2, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~276,879
- Component
- back over prevention
What is being recalled
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Why it is dangerous
A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262551720. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-212 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.