2023 Cadillac Lyriq Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
0/100
#3 most-complained of 3 Lyriq years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2023 Cadillac Lyriq has 22 NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls, with a complaint index of 0 and rank 3 of 3 model years tracked. Electrical System issues dominate at 64% of complaints, with median mileage at failure of 3,100 miles.
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes / fires
- 2 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 89
- 96.5 city / 81.5 hwy
Top 2023 Cadillac Lyriq problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System14 (64%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras5 (23%)
- Brakes3 (14%)
- Fuel System2 (9%)
- Other2 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (9%)
- Airbags1 (5%)
- Steering1 (5%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (5%)
What owners report
- Headlights dim or 'droop' to barely illuminate the road within 5 to 10 minutes of driving, then reset when the car is restarted.
- The forward-facing camera and surround-vision screen go black or fail to detect nearby objects, in one case followed by a collision while backing out of a driveway.
- Owners report the brake system failing to respond with full pedal pressure while dashboard warning lights for ABS and collision avoidance illuminate.
- The vehicle has lurched and stalled mid-turn in an intersection, requiring emergency assistance.
- The 12-volt battery has died even with the main battery well charged, locking owners out of the vehicle with no way in except through the trunk.
- In one case the vehicle veered on its own at highway speed, then lost braking and steering before crashing into a barrier.
2023 Cadillac Lyriq recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V356000May 29, 2025Other41,376 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Equipment:electrical:infotainment:video (touch)screen/monitor/unit
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 â 2024 model year Cadillac Lyriq vehicles. The driver video display may go blank while driving.
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.
- NHTSA 25V232000Apr 10, 2025Suspension, Wheels & Tires17 vehicles
Suspension:front:stabilizer bar
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles. The left or right front stabilizer bar bracket bolts may have been improperly tightened, which can allow the bolts to loosen and separate from the vehicle frame. A detached stabilizer bar or bracket can damage the vehicle's high voltage cables or EV battery coolant lines.
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.
- NHTSA 24V589000Aug 8, 2024Brakes21,469 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Cadillac LYRIQ all-wheel drive vehicles. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) may activate unexpectedly and release brake pressure in the vehicle's service brake system.
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.
2023 Cadillac Lyriq fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 96.5 MPG
- Highway
- 81.5 MPG
- Combined
- 89 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $850
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Electricity
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other Lyriq years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq reliable?
- NHTSA lists 22 complaints and 6 recalls for the 2023 Lyriq, with a complaint index of 0. Compared to the 2024 Lyriq (89 complaints, index 100) and 2025 Lyriq (18 complaints, index 50), 2023 ranks 3rd of 3 model years by owner complaints.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq?
- Electrical System complaints make up 64% of all reports, followed by Collision Avoidance & Cameras at 23% and Brakes at 14%. Median mileage at failure across these reports is 3,100 miles.
- Does the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2023 Lyriq, covering the driver video display going blank, stabilizer bar bracket bolts, ABS brake pressure release, improperly welded rear seat belt anchors, pedestrian warning sound software, and high-voltage battery pack connections. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How fuel efficient is the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq?
- EPA rates the 2023 Lyriq at 89 MPG combined (96.5 city, 81.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $850.