NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Cadillac Lyriq Safety Ratings
The 2024 Cadillac Lyriq scores 89 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 6 recalls, and 108 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Cadillac Lyriq achieved perfect five-star ratings in every NHTSA crash-test category, a strong indicator of its occupant protection. This performance contributed to a NHTSA Safety Index of 89/100, placing the Lyriq in our Strong safety band. However, the vehicle's safety profile is significantly affected by its recall history. Six separate recall campaigns and a defect record score of 8.5 out of 20 highlight areas requiring attention beyond crashworthiness.
The 2024 Cadillac Lyriq received a five-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 89 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 144 SUVs from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq ranks 44 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 89 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 8.9% |
| Recalls on file | 6 |
| Owner complaints | 108 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 44 of 144 SUVs tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq?
The 2024 Cadillac Lyriq presents a mixed safety profile, achieving a strong Safety Index of 89 out of 100. This score reflects an unusual disparity between its crash protection and its defect record. The Lyriq earned a perfect 70 out of 70 for crash protection, indicating top-tier structural integrity and occupant safeguarding based on NHTSA's published ratings. Its standard fitment of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control further contributed a full 10 out of 10 for avoidance technology. However, the vehicle's defect record sub-score stands at a low 8.5 out of a possible 20. This sub-score is directly attributable to six recall campaigns issued for the 2024 model year. Two of these recalls specifically target driver visibility, addressing a rearview camera that may display a gray screen and a driver video display that may go blank during operation. Another recall concerns potentially unsecured front stabilizer bar bracket bolts. An additional campaign, affecting the ABS control module on all-wheel-drive variants, was resolved via an over-the-air software update. A wiring harness recall also impacts multiple 2024 GM electric vehicles. The 108 owner complaints, 17 of which allege involvement in crashes, underscore significant owner concerns regarding the electrical and active-safety systems of this specific model year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq perform in crash tests?
NHTSA awarded the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq five stars overall, with five stars each for frontal protection, side protection, and rollover resistance. The rollover risk is measured at 9 percent, and the vehicle recorded a No Tip result in the dynamic tip test. No category came back weak or unrated.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19025
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq have any recalls?
Yes, six recall campaigns cover the 2024 Lyriq. Components affected include the rearview camera back-over prevention system, the driver video display and infotainment screen, the front stabilizer bar bracket bolts, the anti-lock brake system control module (addressed via an OTA software fix), and the electrical wiring harness shared with other GM EVs. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided, but buyers should verify current remedy status by VIN.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE26V082000
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The vehicle cockpit unit (VCU) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 16, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N252542530. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026
Reported 2026-02-12
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT25V356000
Risk: A blank video display can result in a loss of critical safety information, such as the speedometer, warning lights, and rearview camera image, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The video display control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 14, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N252500680.
Reported 2025-05-29
SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR25V232000
Risk: 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.
Reported 2025-04-10
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE24V589000
Risk: A release of brake pressure can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The electronic brake control module software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or EV Concierge at 1-844-EV-CADILLAC (1-844-382-2345). GM's number for this recall is N242453471.
Reported 2024-08-08
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING24V320000
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; Hummer customer service at 1-800-732-5493; or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242447080.
Reported 2024-05-09
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE23V785000
Risk: An improperly welded seat belt bracket may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing their risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the left-rear and center-rear seating positions until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will replace the rear seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N232425220.
Reported 2023-11-22
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq?
NHTSA has logged 108 unverified owner complaints for the 2024 Lyriq. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System (35 reports), Forward Collision Avoidance (34), Service Brakes (25), Exterior Lighting (19), and Back Over Prevention (18). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
108 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq?
The 2024 Lyriq arrives with six recalls on record, a significant number for a new model year. The most critical among these address the rearview camera, the driver display, and the stabilizer bar bracket. A prospective owner must confirm these, and all other recall remedies, have been completed via NHTSA's VIN lookup tool.
- The 2024 Lyriq achieved a perfect five-star NHTSA score in every tested category, including a 9 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result, making its crash protection sub-score a flawless 70 out of 70.
- Six recall campaigns are on record for this model year, two of which involve the driver display or rearview camera going blank or gray, raising direct visibility concerns that prospective buyers should confirm are remedied by VIN.
- The defect record sub-score of 8.5 out of 20 is the sole reason the Safety Index does not reach the top tier, and it reflects the volume and nature of these 2024-specific recall actions rather than any crash-test shortcoming.
- Of the 108 unverified complaints filed with NHTSA, Forward Collision Avoidance accounts for 34 alleged reports, a notably high concentration for a single active-safety component, and one that aligns with the recall activity around the vehicle's electronic and display systems.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq places
The 2024 Cadillac Lyriq qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Cadillac Lyriq safety questions
Was the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 89 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 8.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 6 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 108 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Lyriq years
Rivals in SUV (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y Rwd | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2024 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19025), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Cadillac Lyriq 2024.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 44 of 144 in the SUV class for 2024.
- 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.