2023 Cadillac LYRIQ: common problems and reliability

The 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ has 24 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 7 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are exterior lighting and electrical system. Owners most often flag , an extended warranty is highly advisable. the vehicle is recommended for buyers prioritizing traditional luxury comfort and a quiet cabin over leading-edge ev technology or software reliability. it is not recommended for owners who are intolerant of electronic glitches or who require the most convenient fast-charging experience for frequent road trips.

Safety record for the 2023 model year

24
Owner complaints
7
Recalls
2
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

exterior lighting
10
electrical system
6
forward collision avoidance
5
service brakes
4
back over prevention
2

Recalls affecting the 2023 LYRIQ

electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

Campaign 22V710000

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles. A software error in the driver video display control module may cause the instrument panel to go blank.

electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery

Campaign 23V367000

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Hummer EV and 2023 Cadillac Lyriq vehicles. Certain connections within the high-voltage battery pack may be out of position or incorrectly welded, which can cause a …

electrical system:body control module:software

Campaign 23V682000

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles. The body control module (BCM) may have been updated with incorrectly calibrated software and fail to make the pedestrian warning sounds.

seat belts:rear/other:anchorage

Campaign 23V785000

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 LYRIQ vehicles. The bracket that anchors the left-rear and center-rear seat belts may have been improperly welded to the seat frame.

What owners say across generations

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. The Debut Edition (DE) for the 2023 model year is consistently praised as an exceptional val

  • , an extended warranty is highly advisable. The vehicle is recommended for buyers prioritizing traditional luxury comfort and a quiet cabin over leading-edge EV technology or software reliability. It is not recommended for owners who are intolerant of electronic glitches or who require the most convenient fast-charging experience for frequent road trips.
  • Reported Issues
  • Software 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. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Charging 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. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Various 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. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the LYRIQ.

Typical used price

Used LYRIQ listings typically run $43,490–$60,475 across 2024 to 2026 model years.

Other LYRIQ model years

2025 LYRIQ
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