General Motors announced a recall of 43,732 SUVs, including 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Yukon and Yukon XL, and Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV models, after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration received reports of a transmission control valve defect that could lock the rear wheels.
The recall was announced on February 20, 2026. Dealers will provide a free transmission control module (TCM) software update that monitors valve performance and limits the transmission to fifth gear if excessive wear is detected, preventing a potential lock‑up. The defect is caused by excessive wear in the valve, which can lead to pressure loss, harsh shifting, and in rare cases, momentary rear‑wheel lock‑up.
Owners of affected vehicles will receive notification letters around March 30, 2026. This recall follows earlier 2024 and 2025 recalls for the same defect, indicating a recurring issue with GM’s 10‑speed automatic transmission equipped with electronic transmission range select (ETRS).
The recall adds a significant warranty expense for GM, though the exact cost has not been disclosed. The recurring nature of the defect raises concerns about design and manufacturing quality, potentially eroding customer confidence and impacting GM’s brand reputation as it pushes toward electrification and software‑enabled platforms.
Market reaction to the announcement was muted; GM’s stock fell 2.63% at market close on February 20, 2026, but rose 0.41% in pre‑market trading on February 21, 2026. The sources do not attribute the price movement directly to the recall, suggesting other market factors may have been at play.
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