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Cadillac Lyriq-V Bev
NHTSA safety across every Cadillac Lyriq-V Bev model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Cadillac Lyriq-V Bev we cover (2026 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2026 at 99 on the NHTSA Safety Index. 1 recall have been issued across those years.
The 2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V is a performance-oriented electric SUV aimed at luxury buyers who want both serious driving dynamics and the prestige of Cadillac's flagship EV nameplate. It sits at the top of the Lyriq lineup, targeting affluent drivers who expect a refined, fast, and technologically sophisticated alternative to European and domestic performance electric SUVs.
The 2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V arrives with one of the strongest safety profiles we have seen in the luxury electric SUV segment. Its NHTSA Safety Index of 99 out of 100 places it firmly in our Exceptional band, and the underlying crash-test scores back that rating up with no ambiguity: five stars across frontal, side, and rollover categories. That is a clean sweep, and it is not common even among well-engineered competitors. With only one recall logged across the model years we cover, the Lyriq-V's regulatory record is notably lean for a newly launched, technology-dense vehicle. Recalls on early-production EVs often pile up as software and electrical system issues surface in the real world, so a single recall at this stage is a genuinely encouraging sign, though shoppers should always verify whether any open recall applies to a specific vehicle before purchase. Owner complaints number just five, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities among them. We always note that NHTSA complaints are unverified allegations, not confirmed defects, but the low volume and absence of serious outcomes here reinforces a picture of a model that has not generated meaningful safety alarm in early ownership. The bottom line is straightforward: on every safety metric we track, the 2026 Lyriq-V performs at the highest level we recognize. For buyers prioritizing crash protection alongside performance, it is a compelling choice.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Lyriq-V as a polished and genuinely fast luxury electric SUV, praising its composed ride, upscale interior materials, and responsive driving dynamics. Most find the cabin refinement competitive with established European rivals, and the technology integration is widely described as cohesive rather than gimmicky. Value within the performance EV segment is seen as strong.
- The 2026 Lyriq-V earned a 99 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the Exceptional band, the highest category in our rating system.
- It achieved five stars in every NHTSA crash-test category, including frontal impact, side impact, and rollover resistance, a full sweep that is rare even among top-tier luxury SUVs.
- Only one recall has been issued across the model years we cover, which is a low count for a high-tech, newly launched electric vehicle and suggests a careful early production process.
- Five owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, none involving a reported crash, fire, injury, or fatality. While complaints are unverified allegations, the low volume and absence of serious outcomes is a positive early indicator. Always check NHTSA's database for any open recalls tied to a specific VIN before purchase.
Most-recalled year on record: 2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V Bev with 1 recalls.