Recall Roundup: NHTSA recalls impact Shyft, GM, and International commercial vehicles

NHTSA recalls affect Shyft, GM, and International commercial vehicles, highlighting risks with steering, brakes, and transmission systems.
Feb. 24, 2026
2 min read

Key takeaways

  • Shyft Blue Arc trucks may lose steering due to gearbox fastener issues—149 vehicles affected in 2024–2025 models.
  • GM Silverado and Sierra 1500–3500 trucks risk rear wheel lockup from transmission valve failures—1,055 vehicles recalled.
  • International Motors 2026–2027 MV trucks may not brake with adaptive cruise or hill hold; software updates required for 204 units.
International Motors
International Motors MV models’ brakes may fail to activate with adaptive cruise control

A vehicle that does not automatically brake as expected increases the risk of a crash.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued recall notices for commercial vehicles, including brands from Shyft Group and General Motors.

Owners of the affected vehicles should be contacted via U.S. mail over the next two months, but fleet and independent owners of these vehicles can contact the NHTSA Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit nhtsa.gov for more details. More information on each recall can be found below.

Blue Arc
Blue Arc models’ gearbox may bind and cause loss of steering

Binding in the gearbox can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Blue Arc models’ gearbox may bind and cause loss of steering

Shyft Group is recalling certain 2024-2025 Blue Arc BA4L-800 vehicles. The mounting fasteners may loosen or detach, causing the steering gearbox to bind. Binding in the gearbox can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

This recall potentially affects 149 vehicles. Shyft will replace the steering gearbox mounting bolts and washers. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed February 23. Owners may contact Shyft customer service at 800-237-7806. Shyft's number for this recall is 26-01.

Chevrolet
General Motors models’ rear wheel lockup from transmission control valve failure

Rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.

General Motors models’ rear wheel lockup from transmission control valve failure

General Motors is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up. Rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.

This recall potentially affects 1,055 vehicles. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 30. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252516560. 

International Motors
International Motors MV models’ brakes may fail to activate with adaptive cruise control

A vehicle that does not automatically brake as expected increases the risk of a crash.

International Motors MV models’ brakes may fail to activate with adaptive cruise control

International Motors is recalling certain 2026-2027 MV vehicles. The ECU software may fail to engage the brakes with adaptive cruise control (ACC) or hill hold assist. A vehicle that does not automatically brake as expected increases the risk of a crash.

This recall potentially affects 204 vehicles. Dealers will update the brake ECU software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 13. Owners may contact International's customer service at 800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26501.

About the Author

Jenna Hume

Jenna Hume

Digital Editor

Digital Content Specialist Jenna Hume joined FleetOwner in November 2023 and previously worked as a writer in the gaming industry. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in creative writing from Truman State University and a master of Fine Arts degree in writing from Lindenwood University. She is currently based in Missouri. 

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