Cadillac LYRIQ reliability: common problems by model year

Across 4 model years, the Cadillac LYRIQ has 170 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 17 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and forward collision avoidance. 2024 drew the most complaints (114), 2023 the fewest of the years on the road 3+ years (24).

4
Model years tracked
170
Owner complaints
17
Recalls
24
Median per year

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles (US, public record). Typical used asking price $35,269–$39,924.

Which LYRIQ years have the most problems?

Complaint volume by model year. Raw NHTSA totals, not adjusted for sales volume or time on the road, so older and higher-selling years accumulate more. Every year links to its full breakdown.

YearComplaints
202614
202518
2024114
202324

Highest: 2024 (114 complaints). Lowest: 2023 (24).

Where owners report problems

electrical system53
forward collision avoidance51
service brakes34
exterior lighting33
back over prevention21

What owners say

Mixed sentiment with a clear generational divide. Owner feedback is sharply split between early adopters of the 2023-2024 models and those with later production units.

  • Very frequentSoftware glitches and infotainment bugs

    Includes Bluetooth/CarPlay connectivity failures, screen flickering/freezing, faulty navigation maps, app connectivity problems requiring reinstallation, and failed Over-the-Air (OTA) updates requiring dealer intervention.

  • RecurrentCharging system malfunctions

    Home charging sessions stopping prematurely, drastically reduced DC fast charging speeds (e.g., 5 kW), erroneous "battery needs maintenance" warnings leading to stranding.

  • RecurrentVarious electronic control module failures

    Includes telematics module (causing red OnStar light), vehicle integration control modules, and communication errors (U-codes). Parts backorders can lead to repair delays of weeks or months.

  • RecurrentDriver assistance system faults

    Automatic emergency braking (AEB) activating erroneously in reverse and in rain, parking assist malfunctions, adaptive cruise control issues. Some dealers reportedly disable these features as a temporary fix.

  • RecurrentBuild quality and component failures

    Stuck charging door, malfunctioning headlights/turn signals with long parts backorders, sunroof with limited opening travel, buzzing/crackling speakers, inoperative wireless phone charger.

Owner insights cover all generations of the LYRIQ. Individual model years are broken down above.

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