Cadillac OPTIQ recalls

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

• United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
• United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

1. Power windows may fail to reverse when obstructed

   Reported September 24, 2026Model years 2025–2027NHTSA campaign 26V61200029,347 vehicles affected

   When closed with the key fob's express-up function, front windows may not detect an obstruction and reverse, potentially pinching a passenger and causing injury. A dealer or over-the-air update will update the body control module software free of charge.

   Official NHTSA recall text

   Component

   VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

   Defect

   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."

   Consequence

   A closing window that does not reverse direction as expected can pinch a passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.

   Remedy

   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 are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N262567230. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 24, 2026.

2. Electronic owner's manual may not download

   Reported February 26, 2026Model years 2025–2026NHTSA campaign 26V1140005,861 vehicles affected

   The radio may not be set up to download the electronic owner's manual. Without the manual, owners may not know how to operate the vehicle safely, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will reset the radio to enable the automatic download, free of charge.

   Official NHTSA recall text

   Component

   EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

   Defect

   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 Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”

   Consequence

   Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

   Remedy

   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 customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.

3. Tyre tread may detach

   Reported October 16, 2025Model years 2025–2026NHTSA campaign 25V70400022,914 vehicles affected

   One or more tyres may partially or fully lose their tread, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect all four tyres and replace those manufactured during DOT week 4024 free of charge.

   Official NHTSA recall text

   Component

   TIRES:TREAD/BELT

   Defect

   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.

   Consequence

   Tire tread detachment increases the risk of a crash.

   Remedy

   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 recall is N252525030. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 16, 2025.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.