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2024 Cadillac Lyriq problems

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One of the years to avoid

With 193 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 6.4 times the median Lyriq year — the 2024 model ranks #1 of 4 Lyriq years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 10 injuries in total across these filings.

Driver Assistance leads the complaint categories with 65 reports (34% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

193

NHTSA complaints

6

Recalls

0

Investigations

37

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

10

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other Lyriq years?

Lyriq NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted193 complaints2023: 38 complaints2024: 193 complaints2025: 22 complaints2026: 7 complaints
Lyriq NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Cadillac Lyriq problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance6534%
Electrical System3518%
Brakes2714%
Lighting1910%
Other168%
Speed Control95%
Transmission53%
Steering42%
Fuel System32%
Engine32%
Airbags21%
Body & Structure21%
Tires & Wheels11%
Seat Belts11%
Visibility & Wipers11%

Does the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq have recalls?

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

26V082000Driver AssistanceFebruary 12, 2026 · 22 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Lyriq vehicles. The rearview camera screen may turn gray with no camera image.

Consequence

An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The vehicle cockpit unit (VCU) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 16, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N252542530. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026.

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.

24V320000Electrical SystemMay 9, 2024 · 10 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Hummer EV SUV, and GMC Sierra EV vehicles. The electric motors in the rear drive units may have insufficiently insulated wires that can contact each other, resulting in a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; Hummer customer service at 1-800-732-5493; or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242447080.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

When approaching a red light at 5-10mph, I engaged the brakes, but the brakes did not work and the automatic breaking didn't work either, leading me to rear end the car in front of me. There were no prior warnings lights or notices, and the breaks were working properly before and after the…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · July 23, 2024 · crash

While slowly turning into a parking space at approximately 1 mph (?) the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated. The vehicle mounted the curb, and struck a a parked car and hit a brick retaining wall, causing damage to both. This all happened within a few seconds and there were no warning lights or…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 18, 2026 · crash

As I approached a stop sign and hit the brake the car did not stop. I pounded on the brake but there was no response at all; it just coasted forward. The car continued to move and hit the car in front of me stopped at the stop sign. That car, a Nissan Rogue, had no damage. I was barely moving but…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 15, 2024 · crash

My 2024 Cadillac EV is only 9900 miles. I was driving the car on Sunday Jan 11, 2026 with my family when we noticed smoke filled inside the cabin. My 3 children (a [XXX] , a [XXX] old, and a new-born who is [XXX] old) were in the car; they inhaled the smoke. We evacuated the car and called onstar…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · January 11, 2026 · fire

I pulled my vehicle in my garage and was lightly tapping the accelerator to get the vehicle far enough in to avoid it interfering with the garage door. I had one-pedal driving engaged so I was not using my brake pedal. Once positioned I was getting ready to put it in park and the vehicle rapidly…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 5, 2025 · crash

2024 Cadillac Lyriq — common questions

Is the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 193 complaints put the 2024 model at #1 of 4 Lyriq years. It is one of the Lyriq years to avoid.

What are the most common 2024 Lyriq problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (65 complaints), electrical system (35 complaints), brakes (27 complaints).

Does the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.

How safe is the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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.