2025 Cadillac LYRIQ: common problems and reliability

The 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ has 14 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and steering. 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 2025 model year

14
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
2
Crash reports
1
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

electrical system
5
steering
2
fuel/propulsion system
2
service brakes
2
power train
1

Recalls affecting the 2025 LYRIQ

seats:mid/rear assembly:head restraint

Campaign 25V193000

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles. The owner's manual inaccurately describes the rear outboard head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Fed…

suspension:front:stabilizer bar

Campaign 25V232000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles. The left or right front stabilizer bar bracket bolts may have been improperly tightened, which can allow the bolts to loosen and separate fr…

electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery

Campaign 25V483000

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ vehicles and 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles. The bolts attaching the high voltage battery to the interior floor may be missing or loose.

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

2023 LYRIQ
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