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2026 Cadillac Optiq recalls and problems

3 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Cadillac Optiq.

3
recalls
6
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2026 Cadillac Optiq recalls

Electrical system: body control module, software · Visibility: power window devices and controls

NHTSA campaign 26V612000 · reported September 24, 2026 · General Motors, LLC · 29,347 vehicles potentially affected

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

Equipment: other, owners/service/other manual

NHTSA campaign 26V114000 · reported February 26, 2026 · General Motors, LLC · 5,861 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.”
The risk
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.
The 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 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.

Tires: tread/belt

NHTSA campaign 25V704000 · reported October 16, 2025 · General Motors, LLC · 22,914 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
Tire tread detachment increases the risk of a crash.
The 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 recall is N252525030. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 16, 2025.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 24, 2026 · Service brakes

My 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ experienced two brake-system failures. The second occurred on September 14, 2026. The vehicle displayed brake-system warnings and braking performance was impaired. The vehicle previously received a brake-system-control-module reprogramming in August. The dealer has advised that the master…

Sep 23, 2026 · Tires

The tire size experiencing failure is 245/50 R 20 Load Range XL Continental CROSSCONTACT RX with Contiseal technology. Passenger side rear. I drive a Cadillac Optiq 2026 Luxury This is now the fourth tire I’ve had to replace in a short period of time. These tires have plenty of tread on them and were just recently…

Sep 16, 2026 · Unknown or other

On September 16, 2026, at approximately 3:30 PM, I was driving my 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ on a dry road under clear, blue-sky conditions. Cruise control was set at approximately 28 mph. There were no vehicles in front of me or behind me, and there were no apparent roadside objects or other conditions that should have…

Aug 25, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance

Vehicle: 2026 Cadillac Optiq AWD Purchased/Leased: Beverly Hills Cadillac, … (new lease) Current Mileage: 2,313 (…) The vehicle's Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system has repeatedly activated without any actual hazard present, bringing the vehicle to a complete, unexpected stop while driving. This has occurred a…

Aug 15, 2026 · Tires

On Friday August 7th, I was driving my 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ Luxury AWD at approximately 25 mph near Byron road in Tracy. While crossing a railroad track under normal driving conditions, both passenger-side tires—the right-front and right-rear—suddenly lost air and sustained sidewall ruptures. I did not strike a…

Optiq model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2025 31310
2026 3600
2027 1310

All Cadillac Optiq years →

Questions

Does the 2026 Cadillac Optiq have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2026 Cadillac Optiq, the most recent reported on September 24, 2026 (Electrical system: body control module, software, Visibility: power window devices and controls). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Cadillac Optiq?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is forward collision avoidance (2 complaints), followed by tires (2).
How many 2026 Cadillac Optiq complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 6 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 24, 2026.