NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Cadillac Lyriq
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Cadillac Lyriq is a battery-electric luxury midsize SUV targeting buyers who want premium refinement without a combustion engine. Launched for the 2023 model year, it sits at the leading edge of GM's EV push and competes directly with the BMW iX and Mercedes EQB. Its audience is style-conscious, tech-forward, and willing to pay for a flagship experience in an all-electric wrapper.
The 2025 Cadillac Lyriq earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. It has 3 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers 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.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20432
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY25V483000
Risk: An improperly secured battery may become damaged in a crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the high-voltage battery bolts and replace or re-tighten the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 8, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N252511300.
Reported 2025-07-24
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
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT25V193000
Risk: Incorrect head restraint information may lead to improperly adjusted head restraints, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: GM will mail owner's manual inserts with the correct illustrations and descriptions for rear outboard head restraints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N252492340.
Reported 2025-03-27
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
14 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.