Last updated: 2026-10-10
2025 Cadillac Lyriq Reliability Report
The 2025 Cadillac Lyriq has good reliability, the best of its three scored years, but owners report telematics failures and low-speed brake faults.
Recalls
3
Complaints
13
Complaint Rate
6.1per 10,000 sold
Est. Repair Cost
N/A
EV Range
303–326 mi
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
Best of the three scored Lyriq years, with far fewer complaints and recalls than 2024, though telematics failures and two low-speed brake crashes stand out.
Top Issues to Watch
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (4)
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2)
- SERVICE BRAKES (2)
Should You Buy the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq?
Reliability stands as good, and this Lyriq lands close to average among 2025 SUVs. Of the three scored Lyriq years, it comes out best. The 2024 model also rates good but worse, with 106 complaints and 6 recalls against 13 complaints and 3 recalls here. Part of that gap is time, since a newer year has had less time on the road to collect filings.
Electrical faults are the main pattern. Telematics modules fail, which shuts off OnStar crash notification, GPS, cellular and WiFi. Dealers describe the replacement part as back-ordered with no ETA. One owner reports the car not waking after parking, with every system dead for 30 to 60 minutes. The two brake complaints are the most serious. Both cars failed to stop at walking pace and ended in crashes, with 3 injuries in total. In one, no warning lights came on and automatic emergency braking did not step in.
Ask the seller for proof that all three recalls were completed, and for any telematics repair history. On a test drive, check braking at low speed and while parking.
See also the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Acceptable reliability score
- +5-star NHTSA crash rating
- +Only 13 complaints reported
Cons
- −Moderate recall count
- −Above-average complaint rate for SUV
- −ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Telematics module failures are the main pattern (4 complaints)
- −1 fire incident reported in owner complaints
Compare 2025 Cadillac Lyriq With
2025 Tesla Model Y
Reliability: 70/100
2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Reliability: 72/100
2025 Audi Q8 e-tron
Reliability: 78/100
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5
Reliability: 53/100
Common Problem Categories
Safety
LOW RISK- 3 manufacturer recalls issued
Other
HIGH RISK- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (4)
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2)
Recall Overview
3
recalls on record
A moderate 3 recalls are on file for the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq. Each one points to a specific safety or compliance issue identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA — check the list below before buying.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
6.1
per 10,000 soldSegment avg: 3.5
Safety Incidents
2
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 5/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
2025 Cadillac Lyriq Recall Details
3 recalls have been issued for the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
Consequence
An improperly secured battery may become damaged in a crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the high-voltage battery bolts and replace or re-tighten the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 8, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N252511300.
SUSPENSION
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.
SEATS, EQUIPMENT
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 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202, "Head Restraints."
Consequence
Incorrect head restraint information may lead to improperly adjusted head restraints, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
GM will mail owner's manual inserts with the correct illustrations and descriptions for rear outboard head restraints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N252492340.
Buying a used 2025 Cadillac Lyriq? Check its history first
Electrical system problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq, and 3 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2025 Cadillac Lyriq NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 8.9%
Safety Technologies
Cadillac LyriqRepair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
3.5Maintenance rating: 3.5 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
2025 Cadillac Lyriq Example Repair Prices
National average price ranges for common repairs. These are not model-year-specific failure predictions.
| Repair | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Tire Pressure Monitor Lamp Diagnosis | $122 – $179 |
| General Diagnosis | $122 – $179 |
| Noise Diagnosis | $122 – $179 |
| Vibration Diagnosis | $122 – $179 |
| No Start Diagnosis | $122 – $179 |
| Pre-Purchase Car Inspection | $183 – $269 |
| Engine Oil Light Diagnosis | $122 – $179 |
| Check Engine Light Diagnosis & Testing | $122 – $179 |
| AC Diagnosis | $122 – $179 |
| Air Conditioning System Leak Inspection | $122 – $179 |
Estimates based on national average repair costs. Actual costs may vary by location and shop.
MPG & Annual Running Costs
Electric
303–326 mi range
Fuel cost: $800–$900/yr
Fuel only
36.008–39.756 kWh/100mi · 7–11.2 hrs @ 240V
Based on EPA fuel-cost estimates. Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.
Electric trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | Range | kWh/100mi | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LYRIQ | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 326 mi | 36.0 | $800 |
| LYRIQ AWD (11 kW Charger) | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 319 mi | 37.6 | $850 |
| LYRIQ AWD (19 kW Charger) | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 303 mi | 39.8 | $900 |
Used Buying Checklist
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2025 Cadillac Lyriq.
Confirm OnStar connects, GPS shows the correct location, and cellular data works before buying.
Ask the seller whether the telematics module was ever replaced or is waiting on a back-ordered part.
Park and lock the car for a while, then confirm it wakes and every system powers up.
Check the infotainment screen at dusk or in a dim garage with brightness at maximum.
Make repeated low-speed stops in a parking lot and confirm the brake pedal stays firm and does not jerk.
Accelerate firmly on a highway ramp, lift off, and confirm the car stops accelerating right away.
Pull away from several stops and feel for any sudden jolt that feels like a rear impact.
Run the VIN through federal recall records and confirm any open recalls are completed.
2025 Cadillac Lyriq Common Problems by Component
13 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
4 complaintsTelematics module failures are the main pattern. When the module dies, OnStar crash notification stops working, GPS loses its position, and cellular and WiFi connectivity drop out. That also breaks the app's charge level and charging-route data. Dealers describe the replacement part as back-ordered with no ETA. A separate report describes the car failing to wake after parking, leaving every electrical system dead for 30 to 60 minutes, more than once. The infotainment screen can also dim until it is nearly unreadable at dusk and dawn, even at maximum brightness.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
2 complaintsSafety-relatedUnintended acceleration is the main concern. One report describes the car still speeding up on the highway after the accelerator is released and the pedal has returned to its normal position. Only full force on the brakes stops it. That hard braking left flames visible at a brake, which explains the fire flag. The second report covers an incident on a curving uphill road at about 30 mph, with all cameras and sensors clean and software current. The excerpt cuts off before it describes what the car did.
SERVICE BRAKES
2 complaintsSafety-relatedThe car fails to stop when the brake pedal is pressed at low speed. Both reports ended in crashes, with 3 injuries in total. In one, the pedal sinks to the floor and jerks, no warning lights come on, and automatic emergency braking does not step in. In the other, the car keeps moving forward during a parking-lot stop, climbs a curb, and enters a building. Both events happened at walking pace, around 5 mph or while parking, so the risk centers on stop-and-go traffic and parking.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2 complaintsSudden jolts happen when pulling away from a stop. They feel like being rear-ended, but nothing has hit the car. One report lists three such events within the first three months of ownership, starting about two weeks after purchase. The excerpt cuts off before any cause or dealer finding is given. The other complaint here is about a faulty telematics unit that stays back-ordered, the same part shortage described under the electrical complaints.
VISIBILITY (1 complaints)
VISIBILITY
1 complaintThe 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 no impact on the moon roof glass to cause the glass to crack. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 6,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (1 complaints)
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaintI 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 system came on and stopped the car quickly. Thank God for my seatbelt! My backpack that was in the back seat came flying to the front. No warning at all! I called the dealer and brought the car t them. They told me they need to load new software in the car that would take 5-6 hrs. They did the software and told me that it should be all set now. I picked up the car and drove it home. A few days later an incident more alarming happened! I was at a traffic light, car stopped and auto hold when suddenly the car accelerated on its own. I pumped the break several times and the car eventually stopped. I was terrified. I called the dealer and brought the car there the next morning. Dropped it of Saturday morning. I call Monday afternoon and spoke with the service person and he told me they could not replicate what happened and that there were no bulletins from Cadillac. I asked how they tested it and he told me they took it for a ride and also looked for any errors recorded in the cars memory. I said it happened to me once in 2 days so taking it for a short ride will not necessarily repeat what happened. He said they will hold the car and look at a few more things today. I just spoke to the dealer and they told me they drove the car for 15 minutes and found no issues. They also said they are looking for any bulletins on the car. Not sure what the outcome will be but these 2 incidents could have both been very ugly and people could have gotten very hurt. I ask myself...should I be driving this car!
STEERING (1 complaints)
STEERING
1 complaintI 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 road. Had I been driving on the highway at the time, I could have been killed or hurt another driver. I had the car towed to MacMulkin Cadillac on June 1. The dealership noted that it was bad welding and the car showed rust and rot in that area. It will be 30 days this Monday and no one from GM has been out to investigate.
Best & Worst Cadillac Lyriq Years
Best Cadillac Lyriq Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreCadillac Lyriq Years to Avoid
No Cadillac Lyriq years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 64 and 73 across 3 scored model years.
Cadillac Lyriq Reliability Score Trend
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 67/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 64/100 | Good |
| 2025 | 73/100 | Good |
Cadillac Lyriq Reliability Compared to Other Years
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Don’t buy a 2025 Cadillac Lyriq without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.
How we score the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq
Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq does best on how many systems draw complaints (79/100) and worst on repair costs (70/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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