General Motors is recalling 14,540 Cadillac Vistiq electric SUVs after discovering that the power-folding third-row seats may fail to respond correctly when an obstruction is detected, potentially leaving smaller passengers trapped beneath the seatback.

What is the problem?

The recall covers 2026-2027 Cadillac Vistiq models and involves the SUVs’ one-touch power-folding third-row seats. Under certain circumstances, the seatback may continue moving when it encounters a person or another obstruction instead of automatically reversing direction, creating a particular concern for children or smaller occupants who could become trapped underneath the powered seatback.

During testing, the seat reportedly continued its movement when resistance equivalent to a 33- to 40-pound object was placed on the seat, stopping in a position that required manual intervention to release the obstruction. GM said it has received six complaints connected to the issue, although no injuries have been reported. The problem was identified during an internal safety review, and shipments of 2027 Vistiq vehicles were subsequently stopped while the recall was addressed.

What owners should do

Owners of affected 2026-2027 Vistiq SUVs should avoid using the third-row power-folding function until the vehicle has been inspected or repaired. Dealers can temporarily disable the feature while replacement components are being prepared.

GM plans to replace the affected seat module with an updated component at no cost to owners. Recall notices are expected to be mailed from August 2026, and owners can check their VIN through the NHTSA recall database.

How Cadillac Vistiq owners can take back control

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History Behind the Recall

Genesis Motor America has announced a safety recall after discovering that side curtain airbags may not have been installed correctly in certain vehicles, potentially preventing proper deployment during a crash.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), improperly installed side curtain airbags may fail to deploy as designed in certain collision scenarios. Because these airbags are intended to protect occupants’ heads and upper bodies, a deployment failure could significantly increase the risk of injury in the event of an accident.

NHTSA warns that any defect affecting airbag performance presents a serious safety concern and requires prompt corrective action.

Which Vehicles Are Affected

The recall applies to a limited number of Genesis vehicles, including:

• 2026 Genesis GV70

All affected vehicles were sold in the United States and may have been manufactured with incorrectly installed side curtain airbags.

What Owners Need to Do Next

Genesis dealers will inspect and reinstall the side curtain airbags, as necessary, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning January 19, 2026. Owners with questions can contact Genesis customer service at 1-844-340-9741.

Vehicle owners can also check whether their vehicle is included in the recall by entering their VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

How Genesis Owners Can Take Back Control

While this recall has been communicated to owners, many continue to be unhappy with the solutions provided by automakers. These problems have the potential to escalate into further action, underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.

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