2025 Cadillac Lyriq: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq: 3 recalls, 19 owner complaints and up to 92 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats, Equipment Vehicle recall #25V193000 · 2025 · 10,643 vehicles
What's wrong: The owner's manual inaccurately describes the rear outboard head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 202, "head restraints."
Why it matters: Incorrect head restraint information May lead to improperly adjusted head restraints, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Gm will mail owner's manual inserts with the correct illustrations and descriptions for rear outboard head restraints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2025.
Suspension Vehicle recall #25V232000 · 2025 · 17 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Damaged cables or coolant lines can result in a vehicle shutdown, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Electrical Vehicle recall #25V483000 · 2025 · 53 vehicles
What's wrong: The bolts attaching the high voltage battery to the interior floor May be missing or loose.
Why it matters: An improperly secured battery May become damaged in a crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Forward collision avoidance (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (2): the most common themes are warning light on (2), fails to deploy (2).
The 2025 Cadillac Lyriq has 19 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 4 Lyriq model years for complaints (well below the 34 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (12 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 10,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (89 complaints, 5 recalls), 2026 (7 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (255 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 100e | 83e | 92e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2025 Cadillac Lyriq problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (6), forward collision avoidance (4), other / unknown (3).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq get?
EPA ratings run up to 92 mpg combined, across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2025 Cadillac Lyriq repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.