Most common 2026 Cadillac Lyriq problems
Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Cadillac Lyriq complaints by model year
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2026 Cadillac Lyriq recalls (1)
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Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner's manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq:
Electronic Brake Module Component Failure
On April 11, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE24011 after receiving complaints concerning a loss of brake assist in 2023 MY Cadillac Lyriq vehicles. These complaints allege a hard brake pedal, followed by a "Brake System Failure" message at start up or while driving.
What 2026 Cadillac Lyriq owners say
Driver assistance
7/16/2026 I was at Powerhouse gym hall road clinton township Michigan. I was backing out of parking space had seat belt on placed into reverse checked backup screen clear, rear view mirror and mirrors on doors. Backed out half way and rab automatic braking slammed (( twice in a row)) felt like hitting brick wall no one or obstacle near car or behind me. The car starts to go forward with in a foot front automatic braking detects car next to me slams on braking system pushes car back, Car then begins to rock between two sensor back and forth, Until front system fails to stop I sense its about to move forward an impact cars around me. Depressed brake to the ground it failed to stop, Screen flickers turns blank and I have no way to power off car, It proceeds to hit four parked cars and this cars cause damage to cars next to them. …
**2026 - Cadillac Lyriq One-Pedal Driving and Brake Defect** On November 4, 2026, at approximately 9:30 AM, I was driving my 2026 Cadillac Lyriq using the one-pedal driving feature while going below 20 miles per hour. Suddenly, the vehicle accelerated unexpectedly. I lifted my foot off the accelerator, but the car did not slow down despite the one-pedal driving being enabled. Within a few seconds, various warning lights appeared on the dashboard, including messages such as "One-Pedal Driving Unavailable," "Brake Assist Off," "Auto-Hold Unavailable," and "Steering Assist is Reduced - Drive with Care." Additionally, warnings for "Service Headlamps," as well as red or yellow indicators for "Parking Setting," "ABS," and "Ready," were activated. I made several attempts to apply the brakes, but they did not respond. I even tried to engage the parking brake, which also failed. …
2026 Cadillac Lyriq engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Single-speed | RWD | 100 / 83 / 92 MPGe | 326 mi |
| Electric | Single-speed | AWD | 98 / 80 / 89 MPGe | 319 mi |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq a good car?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2026 Lyriq rates average: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the Lyriq at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq?
The driver assistance — 3 complaints, 43% of all complaints for this model year, most often about automatic emergency braking. Next are the brakes (2) and lights (2).
How many recalls does the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq have?
There is 1 recall for the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq, the most recent from February 26, 2026 (owners/service/other manual). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Cadillac Lyriq?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2025. See the full Cadillac Lyriq years comparison.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.