2026 Cadillac Lyriq Problems
Compared with other Cadillac Lyriq years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2026 can be compared from 2029.
- Most reported part: Forward collision avoidance (3 complaints).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Open NHTSA investigationElectronic Brake Module Component Failure
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 3 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 89 MPGecombined, Electric AWD · 98 city / 80 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq. The part named most often is forward collision avoidance, with 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by brakes (2) and electrical system (2). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 165 technical service bulletins for this model year. Forward collision avoidance complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 NHTSA investigation and 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes2 29%
- Electrical system2 29%
- Exterior lighting2 29%
- Body and structure1 14%
Example complaints
Forward collision avoidance: “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. Backed out half way and rab automatic braking slammed (( twice in a row)) felt like hitting brick wall no one or obstacle near car or behind me. …”
NHTSA complaint #11760244, filed 2026-08Brakes: “**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. Suddenly, the vehicle accelerated unexpectedly. I lifted my foot off the accelerator, but the car did not slow down despite the one-pedal driving being enabled. Within a few seconds, various warning lights appeared on the dashboard, including messages such as One-Pedal Driving Unavailable, Brake Assist Off, Auto-Hold Unavailable, and Steering Assist is Reduced - Drive with Care. …”
NHTSA complaint #11699018, filed 2025-11Electrical system: “2026 Cadillac LYRIQ experienced multiple complete electrical failures. INCIDENT 1: Vehicle broke down on the road. Waited 3 hours for roadside assistance. Roadside team did not know where to take the vehicle. Owner was taken home and told to call again for a tow. INCIDENT 2: Vehicle towed to Massey Cadillac South Orlando. Owner was told repair would be free. After 6 days with no communication, owner was charged $1,290 for the repair. INCIDENT 3 (CURRENT): After picking up the repaired vehicle, it suffered a complete electrical failure in a Walmart parking lot. …”
NHTSA complaint #11722972, filed 2026-03Exterior lighting: “Driver Side Headlight erratic flicker while parked. Low beam unexpectedly turns on and turns off. Causes eyeball light sensitivity upon approach and could cause epileptic seizures for some. Problem has been replicated by dealer with video evidence provided by me. First attempt to fix was to provide software updates. That did not remedy. The second attempt was a full and complete inspection of all wires and modules which were in tact followed by a full replacement of the headlight assembly. This also did not remedy. …”
NHTSA complaint #11714530, filed 2026-01Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyriq · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 8.9% risk |
| Lyriq · SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 8.9% risk |
| Lyriq-V · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 8.9% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2026 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2025: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2026 Cadillac Lyriq version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving); for electric versions it is the cost of electricity and the rating is in MPGe.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LYRIQ (11 kW Charger) RWD | Electric | single-speed | 100 | 83 | 92 MPGe | $850 |
| LYRIQ (19 kW Charger) RWD | Electric | single-speed | 100 | 83 | 91 MPGe | $850 |
| LYRIQ AWD | Electric | single-speed | 93 | 77 | 85 MPGe | $900 |
| LYRIQ PAWD AWD | Electric | single-speed | 98 | 80 | 89 MPGe | $850 |
| LYRIQ PAWD V SERIES (11 kW Charger) AWD | Electric | single-speed | 87 | 72 | 80 MPGe | $950 |
| LYRIQ PAWD V SERIES (19 kW Charger) AWD | Electric | single-speed | 87 | 72 | 80 MPGe | $950 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V114000Feb 26, 2026Equipment › Other › Owners/service/other manualCovers: Cadillac Lyriq 2026, Chevrolet Equinox EV 2025–2026, Cadillac Optiq 2025–2026 +33 more
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Recall details for the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA26006Electronic Brake Module Component FailureOpen · Aug 21, 2026
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 165 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038136Sep 28, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to anything being…
- 11038132Sep 28, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.
- 11037797Sep 28, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the virtual garage door opener not programming to a garage opener. Engineering is working on a new module.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037446Sep 15, 2026Other or unknown. If a vehicle has an issue with super cruise inoperative tech is directed to follow a diagnostic path before replacing the Image processing module.
- 11037320Sep 10, 2026Other or unknown. This PI is to instruct dealer on diagnostic procedures that need to be completed prior to replacing a radio or IPC display
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11037256Sep 2, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that GM is aware of the issue and the vehicle can still be driven. When a repair is available, this PI will be updated.
- 11036715Aug 28, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communications information on a Short Range Radar software anomaly causing false / ghost left or right side object detection alerts.
- 11036690Aug 27, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to the technicians a diagnostic tip if a technician loses communication with the image processor #2 and how to restore communication
Other model years of the Cadillac Lyriq
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | — | 1 | 5 | 89 MPGe | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 19 | 10,000 | 3 | 5 | 89 MPGe | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 115 | 3,400 | 6 | 5 | 89 MPGe | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 24 | 1,800 | 7 | — | 89 MPGe | — | Too new |
All Cadillac Lyriq model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq is reported most often?
Forward collision avoidance is named most often, in 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by brakes with 2.
Has the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 3 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
How efficient is the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq according to the EPA?
The EPA rates the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq (LYRIQ PAWD, Electric) at 89 MPGe combined, 98 city and 80 highway, with an estimated annual electricity cost of $850 at 15,000 miles a year. Other battery and motor versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.