no report yet
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
NewRisk. A loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash.
2026 Cadillac VistiqProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 24 owner complaints about the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq, most often about the seats. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-483 the manufacturer reports only 92% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq has problems
24 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Seats
5Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
5Electrical system
4Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
4Visibility/wiper
1Power train
1Equipment
1Vehicle speed control
1Fuel/propulsion system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 6 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2026 Cadillac Vistiq recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Mid/rear assembly: power adjust
NewRisk. A person, especially a child, may be trapped by a rear powered seatback, increasing their risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Other: owners/service/other manual
NewRisk. 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Other: owners/service/other manual
NewRisk. 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.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. An improperly secured battery may become damaged in a crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Cadillac.
Best & worst years
2026 vs. every other Vistiq year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Vistiq median. How we score
'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2026 Cadillac Vistiq safety ratings
2026 CADILLAC VISTIQ SUV BEV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Vistiq owners report
Recent seats complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On XXX, I took my 2026 Cadillac Vistiq (owned since December 2025, 4,101 miles) to Horne GMC Cadillac in [XXX] for brake recall 26V717 (GM N262570900), which addresses a brake control module software defect that can cause a temporary loss of braking at low speeds. The dealer refused to perform the…
I am writing to formally express my frustration and dissatisfaction with the ongoing safety recall affecting the third-row seating in my 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ. I purchased this vehicle in June 2025, expecting the quality, safety, and ownership experience associated with the Cadillac brand. However,…
The contact owns a 2026 Cadillac Vistiq. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V394000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
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