2026 Cadillac Lyriq
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2026
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2026: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 116 |
| 2025 | 18 |
| 2026 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Forward collision avoidance
5 of 8 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
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7/16/2026 I was at Powerhouse gym hall road clinton township Michigan. I was backing out of parking space had seat belt on placed into reverse checked backup screen clear, rear view mirror and mirrors on doors.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-28
Also filed under Electrical system
**2026 - Cadillac Lyriq One-Pedal Driving and Brake Defect** On November 4, 2026, at approximately 9:30 AM, I was driving my 2026 Cadillac Lyriq using the one-pedal driving feature while going below 20 miles per hour.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-11-12
Also filed under Service brakes
Electrical system
3 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system.
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On October 28, 2026, my spouse was driving our 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ Premium Luxury RWD on the highway when the vehicle unexpectedly displayed a warning and began losing propulsion, progressively decelerating without driver command.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-29
Also filed under Engine and fuel/propulsion system
Service brakes
2 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes.
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MALFUNCTION: In normal driving mode the stop lamp / brake lights do not shut off after releasing the braking controls. The stop lamps will shut off only after the accelerator pedal is used, or when the vehicle coasts below 10mph.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-23
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Exterior lighting
2 of 8 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
Structure
1 of 8 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-04-16Equipment26V114000 General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ,...
Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic ownerâs manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026.
Buy-smart checklist
2026 Cadillac Lyriq — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V114000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 63% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.