NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV Safety Record
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 16 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA. Consequently, no federal star ratings or a NHTSA Safety Index score are available for this model year. The federal record does show a Light recall and complaint burden band. Four recall campaigns have been issued, addressing components such as the traction battery, the third-row seat power fold mechanism, and owner manual documentation. NHTSA lists 16 unverified consumer complaints, with one alleged injury reported. This data represents the full scope of what MotorCaliber can assess for the 2026 Vistiq BEV.
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA and carries four recall campaigns with a Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 16 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV?
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV shows a notable recall for its traction battery, a significant structural issue involving bolts securing the high-voltage battery. This recall is also present in the 2025 LYRIQ platform. Two additional recalls address documentation issues, pointing to early production adjustments in calibration and manual distribution. Owner complaints include five reports concerning Forward Collision Avoidance, an area that merits continued observation as more Vistiq BEVs enter service. The Vistiq BEV falls into the Light burden band for its model year, indicating a lower combined volume of recalls and complaints within the federal record. No crash-test data for the Vistiq BEV or related model years is available from NHTSA.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV have any recalls?
The four 2026 Vistiq BEV recalls address four distinct areas: a traction battery high-voltage bolt attachment concern shared with the 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ, a third-row power-fold seat assembly issue, and two separate owner and service manual documentation campaigns. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided for this model year.
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST26V394000
Risk: A person, especially a child, may be trapped by a rear powered seatback, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will disable the third-row folding feature until parts are available. Once available, the seat module will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555780. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) in
Reported 2026-06-18
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
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL25V819000
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 December 30, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is A252516680. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov
Reported 2025-11-25
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV?
Sixteen unverified consumer allegations have been filed against the 2026 Vistiq BEV with NHTSA. The most frequently reported components are Forward Collision Avoidance with five alleged reports, Visibility and Wipers with four, and Service Brakes with three. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established findings.
16 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV?
Four separate recall campaigns have been issued for the 2026 Vistiq BEV. Owners of this model year should ensure all recall remedies have been completed before purchase.
- The 2026 Vistiq BEV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so no frontal, side, or rollover star ratings exist for this specific model year.
- One of the four recalls involves the bolts attaching the high-voltage traction battery, a structurally significant concern that owners should confirm has been remedied on their specific VIN.
- Five of the 16 unverified consumer allegations target the Forward Collision Avoidance system, making it the single most reported component in the 2026 federal complaint record for this vehicle.
- Two of the four recall campaigns are documentation corrections involving the owner and service manual, which is a pattern sometimes seen in early-production model years of newly introduced vehicles.
FAQ2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV safety questions
Was the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 16 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 16 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq BEV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Cadillac Vistiq BEV 2026.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- 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.