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This 2025 Cadillac Lyriq has 14 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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2025 Cadillac Lyriq Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated energy efficiency for the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq. Values shown in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent).
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 3 trims analysed.
2025 Cadillac Lyriq Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ SUV AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
8.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
8.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
CADILLAC LYRIQ 2025 has 14 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls. Electrical faults lead with 5 complaints, followed by steering and brake issues with 2 each. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Cadillac
- Model
- Lyriq
- Model year
- 2025
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 14
- Crash-related complaints
- 2
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPGe combined
- 89
- EPA MPGe city / highway
- 98 / 80
- Fuel type
- Electricity
- Electric range (miles)
- 326
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 5/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2025 Cadillac Lyriq problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Steering Defects
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Uncategorized Issues, Steering Defects. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2025 Cadillac Lyriq?
The 2025 LYRIQ may be worth considering for early adopters, but the low complaint count and high proportion of electrical issues warrant caution. Buyers should prioritize a thorough inspection and recall check.
Electrical faults are the top complaint, affecting core vehicle functions. With only one model year, patterns are not yet stable, increasing risk for early buyers.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who want the latest LYRIQ model and are willing to accept some uncertainty in reliability.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking a proven, low-risk used EV should avoid the 2025 LYRIQ until more data is available.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2025 Cadillac Lyriq
Inspection Focus
- Inspect all electrical systems, including infotainment and charging.
- Check steering components for unusual noise or play.
- Test brakes for responsiveness and unusual behavior.
Before You Close the Deal
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and steering systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
- Test drive to check for steering or brake anomalies.
Check the exact car
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ has 14 complaints and 3 recalls, with electrical faults accounting for 5 complaints. Steering defects and brake system issues each have 2 complaints. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: No other model years are available for comparison, so this year's data stands alone.
Recall context: Three recalls indicate that some issues have been formally identified; verify all recalls are completed before purchase.
- Electrical faults account for 5 of 14 complaints, the most reported component.
- Steering defects and brake system each have 2 complaints.
- There are 2 crash-related complaints out of 14 total.
- Electrical faults (5 complaints) are the most frequent issue.
- Steering defects (2 complaints) may affect control.
- Brake system (2 complaints) could impact stopping performance.
Full breakdown
All 2025 Cadillac Lyriq complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Stopped at the West Bound Thruway Seneca service area. After returning to the vehicle, multiple error messages were displayed on screen. "Have Power Steering Serviced, Service Stabilitrak, Service Headlamps, AWD Tempoarily Unavailable" Steering was the main issue. It was almost …
OnStar system on the vehicle is busted. Because of this the accident detection no longer works and the GPS is stuck in no mans land which makes it impossible to use their app to figure out charging percentage, how far and route to take to the nearest charging station.
Car has been asleep after parking and will not wake up leaving all electrical components dead. GM has not been able to repair and unfortunately this has occurred 5 times including twice the month of March, 2026. Having a car parked in an unsafe location and not being able to mo…
The contact owns a 2025 Cadillac Lyriq. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was a cracking sound inside the vehicle. The contact looked up and saw that the moon roof glass was cracking. The contact stated that the crack had extended several feet. There was n…
My car is equipped with a forward-facing camera, mounted on the forward area of the interior rearview mirror. Additional cameras are mounted on the front bumper, trunk door, and on the rearview mirrors on each side of the car. Various sensors mounted throughout both bumpers face …
I was in a public parking lot and slowly approached a parking space in front of a store. When I applied the brakes to stop in the space, the car did not respond, it continued to drive forward, up the curb, crashed through the store front, and eventually came to rest mid-way in th…
Telematics module failed and the vehicle couldn’t connect to emergency OnStar services if involved in crash. GPS also doesn’t work with a faulty module. No cellular or WiFi connectivity. Car reroutes to somewhere without this module working. I’m paying for the OnStar subscription…
Bad Telematics Unit thats backorderd forever.
I was driving about 40 MPH, message popped "camera blocked, clean front windshield" I did and the message cleared. A few minutes later it came back so I cleaned the windshield again. What happened next shocked me. Without any warning while traveling 30 mph the automatic braking s…
Sudden Acceleration. -I was driving on a highway. I accelerated to pass a truck and when I took my foot off the accelerator the car continued to gain acceleration. The gas pedal had returned to a normal position but the car was still accelerating. I had to put full force on th…
I purchased the 2025 Lyriq new on May 11, 2025. On May 30th with 5400 miles on the car, the front right wheel tie rod snapped off while driving causing the wheel to turn sideways. I was making a turn on a secondary sheet when it happened and was able to pull to the side of the r…
The contact owns a 2025 Cadillac Lyriq. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH during dry weather conditions in traffic, the brake pedal was depressed but traveled down to the floorboard, and the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stood on the brake pedal; however, the v…
The infotainment screen automatically adjusts its brightness based on readings from the ambient light sensor. However, during dusk and dawn, while conditions still appear relatively bright to the human eye, the sensor interprets the light levels as low and significantly dims the …
I am writing to report a series of alarming incidents involving my 2025 Cadillac, purchased on December 2, 2024. Within three months of ownership, I have experienced three separate occurrences that have caused me significant concern and physical distress. 1 Approximately tw…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq.
Safety recalls
2025 Cadillac Lyriq recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq. Three recalls indicate that some issues have been formally identified; verify all recalls are completed before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
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Questions
2025 Cadillac Lyriq buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 14 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2025 LYRIQ may be worth considering for early adopters, but the low complaint count and high proportion of electrical issues warrant caution. Buyers should prioritize a thorough inspection and recall check. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (5 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (3 complaints). #3: Steering Defects (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq, NHTSA complaints include 2 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 14 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq. A major recall area is SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT. Three recalls indicate that some issues have been formally identified; verify all recalls are completed before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2025 Cadillac Lyriq?▾
The 2025 LYRIQ may be worth considering for early adopters, but the low complaint count and high proportion of electrical issues warrant caution. Buyers should prioritize a thorough inspection and recall check. Electrical faults are the top complaint, affecting core vehicle functions. With only one model year, patterns are not yet stable, increasing risk for early buyers. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Cadillac Lyriq reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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