NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Safety Record
The 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving it without a star rating from NHTSA. This absence means MotorCaliber cannot assign a Safety Index score, nor can we definitively assess its crashworthiness. The model year's record indicates a light burden of post-sale issues: one recall campaign has been issued, and NHTSA has logged three unverified owner complaints. Without comprehensive crash data, any judgment on safety performance would be speculative.
The 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing?
The 2023 CT4-V Blackwing has no federal crash test data. No model year of the CT4-V Blackwing has been assessed by NHTSA in the years covered by this guide, leaving no reference point for its crash performance. Its recall and complaint volume place it in the Light burden band, a designation reflecting a low volume of safety actions relative to other vehicles. This is a record-based observation, not a crash-safety grade. One recall campaign is on record for the 2023 CT4-V Blackwing, addressing lighting control module software. This recall, affecting a wide range of GM vehicles, was resolved through an over-the-air update. Three owner complaints have been filed, implicating six different components. None of these complaints alleged a crash or injury, and the most recent was submitted in early 2024.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing have any recalls?
The single recall covering this model year targets the exterior lighting control module software. General Motors issued an over-the-air software fix for the condition. NHTSA data for this recall does not include a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory, but owners should confirm their specific VIN has received the OTA remedy through the nhtsa.gov lookup tool.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE22V903000
Risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous
Reported 2022-12-08
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing?
Three owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2023 CT4-V Blackwing, touching the steering system, vehicle speed control, service brakes, electrical system, engine, and fuel and propulsion system. None of the three allege a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing?
Before buying a used 2023 CT4-V Blackwing, run the specific VIN through nhtsa.gov to confirm the lighting control module software recall has been completed. An open recall on a used vehicle is the seller's unfinished business, and completion status varies by individual unit.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2023 CT4-V Blackwing, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year and trim.
- One recall was issued for this model year, targeting the exterior lighting control module software across a broad GM lineup, with a remedy delivered via an over-the-air update.
- Three unverified owner complaints on record for this model year span steering, speed control, brakes, electrical, engine, and fuel systems, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
- No tested sibling years of the CT4-V Blackwing exist in the NHTSA data this guide covers, leaving the recall and complaint record as the only federal safety reference available for this vehicle.
FAQ2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing safety questions
Was the 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.