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Cadillac Lyriq Safety
NHTSA safety across every Cadillac Lyriq model year we cover.
Across the 4 model years of the Cadillac Lyriq we cover (2023 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2025 at 94 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2024 at 89. 17 recalls have been issued across those years.
NHTSA has not yet published crash-test results for the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq, making a full safety assessment impossible at this time. Without frontal, side, or rollover ratings, our computed Safety Index for the vehicle cannot be fully determined. The agency has recorded a recall for the 2023 Lyriq, affecting all units produced due to an unsecured display screen that could detach in a crash. No owner complaints have been filed, and no injuries or deaths have been reported to NHTSA for this model year.
A perfect 5 out of 5 stars across frontal, side, and rollover crash categories marks the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq as a top performer in structural safety. This strong performance, reflected in its 94 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index score, places the vehicle in the Exceptional safety tier for the model years reviewed. However, this structural strength is accompanied by a notable recall record. Sixteen recalls across the 2023 to 2025 model years indicate a pattern of issues. This volume is significant for a new nameplate, often seen in the early generations of electric vehicles with complex electrical and software systems. Prospective owners should confirm all recall-related service has been completed prior to vehicle delivery. Owner complaints total 146 across all covered years, including 21 alleged crashes and 8 reported injury claims. While these figures are not unusual for a vehicle in this segment and sales volume, the 3 fire-related reports warrant attention, particularly given the electric powertrain. No fatalities are reported in this dataset. The Lyriq's Exceptional safety rating is earned through its crash-test results, yet its recall history presents a separate but critical consideration for informed buyers.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the Lyriq for its striking interior design, composed ride quality, and polished technology execution, calling it a genuine step forward for Cadillac in the luxury EV space. Most acknowledge that range and charging infrastructure remain practical considerations, and some note that early software behavior has required attention, though the overall driving experience draws consistent admiration.
- The 2025 Lyriq achieves a 94 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index rated Exceptional, supported by 5-star scores in every crash-test category, making it one of the stronger performers in the luxury electric SUV segment.
- Sixteen recalls across the 2023 to 2025 model years signal ongoing software and electrical system refinements typical of first-generation EVs. Always confirm all recall work is completed through the NHTSA VIN lookup tool before purchase.
- Owner complaints include 3 fire-related allegations across covered years. While these are unverified reports and not confirmed incidents, buyers of any battery-electric vehicle should review current NHTSA complaint records and monitor for related service bulletins.
- With 21 alleged crashes and 8 injury claims reported among 146 total complaints, the Lyriq's complaint rate is worth monitoring but not alarming for its sales volume. Zero reported deaths in the dataset is a meaningful data point in the vehicle's favor.
Most-recalled year on record: 2023 Cadillac Lyriq with 7 recalls.