General Motors has issued a recall for more than 24,000 of its 2023-2024 Cadillac LYRIQ all-electric SUVs, citing a potentially dangerous defect in the vehicles’ antilock brake system (ABS).
The Cadillac recall stems from concerns that the ABS may activate unexpectedly, causing a loss of brake pressure and increasing the risk of accidents, especially at low speeds.
"In rare circumstances, during certain braking events on dry surfaces at speeds below 25 mph, the vehicle may exhibit overly sensitive anti-lock braking system (ABS) control. In these conditions, if ABS falsely activates and a specific sequence of wheel movements occurs, the vehicle’s ABS system will continue to release the braking pressure in the vehicle’s service brake system," General Motors stated in the recall notice.
The recall was initiated following two reports of minor crashes that occurred due to a loss of braking, prompting GM to open an investigation in May. The investigation confirmed the defect, leading to the decision to recall the vehicles.
Affected Cadillac LYRIQ owners will be notified by mail starting Sept. 23, and will receive an over-the-air electronic brake control module software update. Alternatively, owners may choose to have the update performed at a dealership.
The recall also impacts more than 2,700 LYRIQ vehicles in Canada.
Cadillac LYRIQ owners can contact GM at 800-458-8006 or 844-EV-CADILLAC (844-382-2345) for more information. The recall number is N242453471.
All vehicle owners can check for open recalls using their vehicle's VIN or license plate number at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
