2025 Cadillac Optiq
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2025 Cadillac Optiq is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.
2025 Cadillac Optiq at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2025 Cadillac Optiq recalls 3
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Cadillac OPTIQ vehicles. When closed using the key fob's express-up function, the front windows may fail to detect an obstruction and reverse direction. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Fix: The body control module (BCM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 21, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N262567230. Vehicle Ide…
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC A…
Fix: 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 …
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Cadillac Optic and 2025-2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles equipped with 21-inch Continental all-season tires. One or more of these tires may experience partial or full tread detachment.
Fix: Dealers will inspect all four tires and replace those manufactured during DOT week 4024, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this re…
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2025 Cadillac Optiq common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2025 Cadillac Optiq. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
Electronic Brake Module Component Failure Open
On April 11, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE24011 after receiving complaints concerning a loss of brake assist in 2023 MY Cadillac Lyriq vehicles. These complaints allege a hard brake pedal, followed by a “Brake System Failure” message at start up or while driving. GM shared records regarding several internal investigations for loss of brake assist due to alleged spind…
NHTSA #EA26006 · Service Brakes · opened Aug 2026An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 299
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 299.
This PI states an issue may exist with the liftgate spoiler contacting the body creating a noise.
Bulletin PIC6666 · Oct 2026This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to anything being replaced.
Bulletin PIT6457C · Sep 2026This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.
Bulletin PIC6540K · Sep 2026This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the virtual garage door opener not programming to a garage opener. Engineering is working on a new module.
Bulletin PIT6368E · Sep 2026This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
Bulletin PIT5698F · Sep 2026This Preliminary Information provides a repair direction for an inoperative amplifier module due to water intrusion.
Bulletin PIC6645A · Sep 2026If a vehicle has an issue with super cruise inoperative tech is directed to follow a diagnostic path before replacing the Image processing module.
Bulletin PIT6426C · Sep 2026This PI is to instruct dealer on diagnostic procedures that need to be completed prior to replacing a radio or IPC display
Bulletin PIC6629F · Sep 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Bulletin PIP4902W · Sep 2026This Preliminary information communicates how to move U018B from Current to History.
Bulletin PIC6583J · Sep 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the OPTIQ. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 3
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2025 Cadillac Optiq. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Structure
Issue: When using the key fob "express-up" feature to close the front power windows, a software problem could cause the window's automatic reversal system not to work. If this happens, a window may not stop and retract after detecting an object. Safety Risk: A window that doesn't stop and automatically reverse could create a risk of injury. Corrective Actions: General Motors wi…
Transport Canada #2026459 · Sep 2026Other
Issue: On certain vehicles, the owner's manual may be missing. As a result, the vehicles may not meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations. Note: For the Escalade model, the recall also affects certain 2026 model year Escalade IQ and Escalade IQL models. Safety Risk: A missing owner's manual could cause confusion on how to safely operate the vehicle and increase the ris…
Transport Canada #2026086 · Feb 2026Tires
Issue: On certain vehicles, one or more of the tires may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the tread could separate, and the tire(s) could fail. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with 21-inch Continental CrossContact RX 275/40R21 all-season tires with a date code of 4024. Safety Risk: A tire failure could cause a loss of control and increa…
Transport Canada #2025564 · Oct 2025Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Cadillac Optiq
The Cadillac Optiq is a battery electric compact luxury crossover SUV marketed under the Cadillac brand of General Motors and manufactured in China by SAIC-GM, a joint venture between General Motors and SAIC Motor. It has been marketed in China since late 2023, in North America since early 2025 and in Europe starting late 2025.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.