2023 Chevrolet Malibu Recall: Back Over Prevention (NHTSA 26V212000)

NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) issued a recall affecting 2023 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured by General Motors, LLC. Below is the official summary, the risk involved, and the fix available at no cost.

Table of contents
  1. What does the official notice say?
  2. Risk if left unaddressed
  3. Manufacturer's fix (remedy)
  4. How to check if your vehicle is affected
  5. Frequently asked questions

What does the official notice say?

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.

Risk if left unaddressed

A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer's fix (remedy)

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.

How to check if your vehicle is affected

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the official NHTSA lookup tool at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in this campaign (number 26V212000).

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA recall 26V212000?

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.

What happens if this recall isn't fixed?

A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Is the repair free, and how do I check my VIN?

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. Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in campaign 26V212000.

Source: public NHTSA data, campaign 26V212000, reported on 02/04/2026. This content is for informational purposes only, does not constitute legal advice, and was compiled from official data with editorial review prior to publication.

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