NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 Cadillac Vistiq Safety Record
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq 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
No crash-test data exists for the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq; it carries no federal star ratings. This means the NHTSA program has not assessed the vehicle for frontal, side, or rollover performance. The federal record does show a Light recall and complaint burden band, reflecting four active recall campaigns. These campaigns address issues across the electrical system, seating hardware, and owner documentation. Additionally, NHTSA has received 16 unverified consumer complaints for this model year. While the recall and complaint burden is light, the absence of crash-test results means there is no federal data to determine the Vistiq's collision safety.
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries four recall campaigns and 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?
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq, a new nameplate, arrives without NHTSA crash-test data. No previous model years or related vehicles offer insight into its crashworthiness. Despite its "Light" burden band for recalls and complaints, a closer look at the four recalls is necessary. One recall addresses traction battery mounting, a core hardware component in an electric vehicle. Another concerns the third-row power-fold seat, a mechanism with direct implications for occupant protection. Two additional recalls involve documentation, suggesting the vehicle was released before all owner information was complete. The 16 owner complaints, though unverified, show a pattern around the Forward Collision Avoidance system, a critical active safety feature. The "Light" burden band reflects the volume of these issues, not their potential severity, and does not replace actual crash-test results.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq have any recalls?
The four recall campaigns on record for the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq cover four distinct areas: a traction battery recall in which bolts attaching the high-voltage battery may be improperly secured, a third-row power-fold seat assembly concern, and two separate owner and service manual documentation recalls affecting radio software download status and related documentation accuracy. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is specified in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status through the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov.
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 reprogram the software for the folding seat module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 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) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 18, 2026.
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?
NHTSA has logged 16 unverified consumer complaints against the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq. These are unverified allegations, not established facts. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance systems, reported in 5 complaints, followed by Visibility and Wiper concerns in 4, Electrical System issues in 2, and Service Brakes in 3. One complaint alleges an injury.
16 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq?
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq enters the market with a notable safety concern: four open recall campaigns. It is the buyer's responsibility to verify that all recall remedies have been completed on any specific vehicle before purchase or delivery, which can be confirmed using the VIN on the NHTSA website.
- The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exist for this model year. The absence of a rating does not indicate the vehicle is safe or unsafe in a crash.
- A traction battery recall is on record for the 2026 Vistiq, citing concerns about the bolts securing the high-voltage battery pack. Owners and prospective buyers should confirm remedy status through the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov.
- A third-row power-fold seat assembly recall has been issued for 2026 and 2027 Vistiq vehicles, indicating a potential issue with the seat mechanism when the power fold feature is activated.
- Five of the 16 unverified consumer complaints on file with NHTSA allege problems with the Forward Collision Avoidance system, making it the single most reported concern category for this model year in the federal complaint database.
FAQ2026 Cadillac Vistiq safety questions
Was the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq 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 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 16 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Cadillac Vistiq 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.