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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2025 Cadillac Optiq

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

2Recalls
10Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE CADILLAC OPTIQ

The 2025 Cadillac Optiq is a compact luxury crossover slotting into the lower end of Cadillac's growing SUV lineup, positioned to compete in the premium small-crossover segment. It targets buyers who want Cadillac's signature style and technology in a more accessible, urban-friendly package. As a brand-new nameplate, it carries both the excitement of a fresh entry and the unknowns that come with any first-model-year vehicle.

VERDICT

The 2025 Cadillac Optiq has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 10 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally find the Optiq to be a stylish and well-appointed entry in the compact luxury crossover space, praising its refined interior materials, modern infotainment execution, and smooth ride character. Some note that the cabin feels genuinely premium for its segment, though a few point to the competitive pricing landscape as a factor buyers should evaluate carefully against more established rivals.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL26V114000

Risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle

Reported 2026-02-26

TIRES:TREAD/BELT25V704000

Risk: Tire tread detachment increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect all four tires and replace those manufactured during DOT week 4024, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252525030. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable

Reported 2025-10-16

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 3Unknown Or Other 3Forward Collision Avoidance 2Tires 1Wheels 1Service Brakes 1
Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Cadillac Optiq 2025. Methodology · Disclosure