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2024 Cadillac Lyriq Brakes Problems

Brakes account for 21 of 89 complaints (24%) on the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, tied to 6 crashes and one open recall (24V589000) for unexpected ABS activation. Median mileage at failure is 18,125 miles.

Brakes complaints
21
24% of 89
Crashes reported
6
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
18,125 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

  • Drivers report full or partial brake failure when approaching stop signs or red lights, resulting in rear-end or low-speed collisions.
  • Some owners describe a 'Brake System Failure' or 'Service Stability and Auto Hold' warning appearing on the display, requiring extra-hard pedal pressure to stop the car.
  • Several complaints describe the automatic emergency braking system triggering unexpectedly at highway speed, in one case accompanied by brake smoke and an overheating warning.
  • Multiple owners report the vehicle slamming on the brakes while backing up in the rain, making it difficult to reverse out of a driveway or parking spot.
  • One complaint describes a rear-view safety sensor and auto-braking failing to activate before the vehicle struck a tree.
  • A software fault caused simultaneous loss of steering assist, AWD, and brake assist while driving at 65 mph.

When 2024 Cadillac Lyriq brake complaints were filed

First complaint May 9, 2024, latest Jul 12, 2026.

2024 Cadillac Lyriq brakes complaints: complaints filed per month3May 2024Jul 2024Nov 2024Mar 2025Jun 2025Aug 2025Feb 2026Apr 2026
21 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2024 to Jul 2026; peak May 2024 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq

  1. 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.

Brakes complaints by Lyriq model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 20233 (14%)
  2. 202421 (24%)
  3. 20252 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are brake complaints on the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq?
NHTSA lists 21 brake complaints for the 2024 Lyriq, which is 24% of the 89 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq?
Yes. Recall 24V589000, opened August 8, 2024, covers 2023-2024 all-wheel-drive Lyriq vehicles where the ABS may activate unexpectedly and release brake pressure; GM is fixing it with a software update, delivered over-the-air or by a dealer.
Have brake problems on the 2024 Lyriq caused crashes?
NHTSA records 6 crashes among the 21 brake complaints for the 2024 Lyriq, with no reported fires or injuries.
At what mileage do 2024 Lyriq brake problems typically show up?
NHTSA's median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2024 Lyriq is 18,125 miles.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.