The most-reported Lyriq run is 1GYKPPRL8RZ (2024 builds) with 6 complaints, 4× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 22% of reports; NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for Lyriq model years 2023–2026.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Cadillac Lyriq has 109 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 15% of every Lyriq complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1GYKPPRL8RZ•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 1GYKPMRK8PZ•••••• | 2023 | 1 | — | |
| 1GYKPWRL0RZ•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 1GYKPWRL1RZ•••••• | 2024 | 3 | — | |
| 1GYKPPRK6RZ•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 1GYKPMRK3PZ•••••• | 2023 | 1 | — | |
| 1GYKPPRL0RZ•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 1GYKPPRL4RZ•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 1GYKPSRL3RZ•••••• | 2024 | 1 | — | |
| 1GYKPMRK7PZ•••••• | 2023 | — | — | |
| 1GYKPMRK4PZ•••••• | 2023 | — | — | |
| 1GYKPTRL7RZ•••••• | 2024 | 1 | — |
Each of the other 97 Lyriq runs has 2 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 126 Lyriq VINs so far, most often 2024, 2026, 2025 builds; 10 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 5 | — | |
| 2025 | 18 | 16 | 4 | |
| 2024 | 113 | 75 | 17 | |
| 2023 | 24 | 13 | 2 |
Heaviest year here is 2023 at 1.8 complaints per run; lightest is 2026 at 1. The 2026 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 22% of everything Cadillac Lyriq owners report: Electrical System, 49 of 160 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 1 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 11 | — | |
| Service Brakes | 12 | — | |
| Exterior Lighting | — | 1 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 1 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | — | |
| Power Train | 2 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 12 recall campaigns on the Cadillac Lyriq; the 6 below cover build years 2023 to 2026. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 25V232000 | Suspension:front:stabilizer Bar | 2023–2025 |
| 23V785000 | Seat Belts:rear/other:anchorage | 2023–2024 |
| 24V589000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module | 2023–2024 |
| 25V356000 | Equipment:electrical:infotainment:video (touch)screen/monitor/unit | 2023–2024 |
| 26V114000 | Equipment:other:owners/service/other Manual | 2026 |
| 25V193000 | Seats:mid/rear Assembly:head Restraint | 2025 |
25V232000 was opened in 2025 on cars built from 2023: 2 years on the road before the recall.
The Lyriq against its rivals
The Lyriq draws 1.5 complaints per production run; the Tesla Model Y 5.5, the Kia Telluride 4.9 and the Lincoln Nautilus 1.4.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Lyriq | 160 | 109 | 14.4% | |
| Tesla Model Y | 677 | 124 | 20.2% | |
| Kia Telluride | 2,001 | 405 | 1.9% | |
| Lincoln Nautilus | 231 | 169 | 3.5% |
How serious were they
Of the 160 reports on the Cadillac Lyriq, 14.4% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Cadillac Lyriq | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 160 | 1,116,631 |
| Involved a crash | 23 (14.4%) | 64,221 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 3 (1.9%) | 26,977 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 10 | 58,047 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 148% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,116,631 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 299,142 production runs. The Cadillac Lyriq share of that is 160 complaints over 109 runs, 0.01% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Cadillac Lyriq VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 160 NHTSA complaints from 109 Lyriq runs and 12 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Lyriq production run has the most complaints?
1GYKPPRL8RZ, a 2024 build, with 6 complaints. The typical Lyriq run has 1.5.
Which Lyriq years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2023 is heaviest at 1.8 complaints per run and 2026 lightest at 1.
Does the Lyriq get more complaints than the Tesla Model Y?
No: 1.5 complaints per production run for the Lyriq against 5.5 for the Tesla Model Y.
How many Lyriq complaints involve a crash?
14.4% of 160 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 3 involved a fire.
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