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2023 Cadillac Lyriq problems

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One of the years to avoid

The 2023 Cadillac Lyriq carries two red flags at once: 38 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA and an open NHTSA defect investigation (subject: Electronic Brake Module Component Failure). It is one of the Lyriq years to avoid.

Lighting leads the complaint categories with 10 reports (26% of the total).

38

NHTSA complaints

7

Recalls

1

Investigations · 1 open

5

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Lyriq years?

Lyriq NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted193 complaints2023: 38 complaints2024: 193 complaints2025: 22 complaints2026: 7 complaints
Lyriq NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Cadillac Lyriq problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Lighting1026%
Driver Assistance924%
Electrical System616%
Brakes411%
Fuel System25%
Transmission25%
Other25%
Visibility & Wipers13%
Steering13%
Airbags13%

Does the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq have recalls?

7 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V356000Electrical SystemMay 29, 2025 · 41,376 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 – 2024 model year Cadillac Lyriq vehicles. The driver video display may go blank while driving.

Consequence

A blank video display can result in a loss of critical safety information, such as the speedometer, warning lights, and rearview camera image, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The video display control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 14, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N252500680.

25V232000SuspensionApril 10, 2025 · 17 units

Defect

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 from the vehicle frame. A detached stabilizer bar or bracket can damage the vehicle's high voltage cables or EV battery coolant lines.

Consequence

Damaged cables or coolant lines can result in a vehicle shutdown, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the left and/or right stabilizer bar bracket bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 8, 2025. Owners may contact Cadilac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N252494190.

24V589000BrakesAugust 8, 2024 · 21,469 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Cadillac LYRIQ all-wheel drive vehicles. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) may activate unexpectedly and release brake pressure in the vehicle's service brake system.

Consequence

A release of brake pressure can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The electronic brake control module software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or EV Concierge at 1-844-EV-CADILLAC (1-844-382-2345). GM's number for this recall is N242453471.

23V785000Seat BeltsNovember 22, 2023 · 43 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An improperly welded seat belt bracket may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing their risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to use the left-rear and center-rear seating positions until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will replace the rear seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N232425220.

23V682000Electrical SystemOctober 12, 2023 · 62 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

Without external warning sounds, pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will reprogram the BCM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N232422960.

23V367000Electrical SystemMay 25, 2023 · 33 units

Defect

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 loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the high-voltage battery pack, free of charge. Letters explaining the safety risk were sent to owners January 5, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2023. Owners may contact GM's Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 and the EV Concierge number: 1-833-HUMMER-EV (1-833-486-6373). GM's number for this recall is N232404441.

22V710000Electrical SystemSeptember 22, 2022 · 186 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A blank instrument panel will not show critical information, such as vehicle speed and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will update the video display control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 15, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222379510.

Open NHTSA investigations

PE24011

Electronic Brake Module Component Failure

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received multiple Early Warning Reporting field reports alleging a loss of brake boost assist in MY2023 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles. The reports allege a hard brake pedal, followed by a “Brake System Failure” message at start up or while driving. The EWR field reports have been verified by General Motors (GM). GM stated the electronic brake control module, also known as “eBoost”, has an internal spindle that can fracture during an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) event. GM further stated that due to the fracture, the vehicles can lose brake assist, experience speed limitation, and ABS would lose some functionality. GM indicated a new material clean break point was introduced in the assembly plants in May 2023.  GM has also developed an over the air (OTA) update, which will cycle the brake booster similarly to an ABS event at start-up for every key cycle. If the spindle fractures during this start-up cycling, a warning lamp will illuminate to prompt the customer to bring the vehicle to the dealership to be diagnosed and repaired under warranty. This software update was not conducted as a recall. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to determine the scope and severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related issues.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The aim of the headlight beams droops over time to dangerous low level where the headlings barely light beyond 30 feet. The highlights would re-level and re-adjust the aim at restart, but they would start drooping to dangerous low level within 10 mins of driving. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · September 5, 2023

“Backing out of driveway and screen went black and a collision occurred a second or two later. We have had the Lyriq in the shop multiple times for glitchy screens and screen going black but never has been fully resolved. I did recieve a recall letter (unfortunately I threw it away) but now it shows…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · July 1, 2025 · crash

“1) The car locked owners out and disabled any authorization from any of the owners key fob. It is missing features. 2) It is missing the rearview mirror camera. 3) Also, it states there is supposed to be a key entry next to the rear camera on the liftgate door, it is not there, there is just a hole.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 24, 2023

“Driving on connecter road between 2 freeways at 35-40 mph because of traffic. Suddenly the car veers to left on its own and hits concrete lane guiding wall damaging the left front of the car. Next tried to brake and they didn't work. Unable to steer the car it heads to the right and up on the rocks…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · December 28, 2023 · crash

“Manufacturer has replaced and recalibrated headlights on 2 occasions however they will not maintain aim on road. This is consistent and as of now besides the repairs performed they do not know how to rectify this. Additionally in the rain or moving from a shadow to sunlight the rear cross traffic…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 13, 2023

2023 Cadillac Lyriq — common questions

Is the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 38 complaints put the 2023 model at #2 of 4 Lyriq years, and a defect investigation remains open. It is one of the Lyriq years to avoid.

What are the most common 2023 Lyriq problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are lighting (10 complaints), driver assistance (9 complaints), electrical system (6 complaints).

Does the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq under NHTSA investigation?

Yes — an investigation remains open (Electronic Brake Module Component Failure). An open ODI action means NHTSA is actively assessing a possible defect.

Which Cadillac Lyriq years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Lyriq years to avoid are 2024, 2023. The cleanest record among Lyriq years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.