General Motors is recalling 24,200 all-wheel-drive 2023-24 Cadillac Lyriq electric crossovers in North America due to a software fault in the antilock braking system (ABS). The defect causes the ABS to falsely activate at speeds below 25 mph on dry surfaces, reducing brake effectiveness and increasing the risk of a crash, as reported in documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on August 8.
The recall primarily affected U.S. units, with approximately 2,700 vehicles in Canada and 140 in Mexico also impacted. The Cadillac Lyriq, Cadillac’s first electric vehicle, has been under scrutiny since GM began investigating the issue earlier this year following two minor accidents potentially linked to brake failure. A related complaint was also received in October 2023. GM’s investigation found that certain wheel movements can trigger the ABS to continuously release brake pressure, leading to the problem.
To address the issue, GM will update the electronic brake control module software. Owners can receive the update over the air or schedule an appointment at a Cadillac dealership. GM spokesperson Bill Grotz emphasized that the condition occurs only under rare circumstances and at low speeds. Dealers have already begun applying the update to vehicles in their possession.
GM has confirmed that there have been no reported injuries or fatalities related to this issue. Dealer notifications started on August 8, and vehicle owners will be notified by September 23.
