Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2027 Cadillac VistiqRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints for the 2027 Cadillac Vistiq. Most complaints involve forward collision avoidance (1) and lane departure (1). The EPA rates it 86 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
86mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Oct 2026
Owner complaints
3
Top: forward collision avoidance
Fuel cost / yr
$900est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Service brakes

Free remedy

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023–2027 Cadillac LYRIQ, 2025–2026 model year Cadillac CELESTIQ, 2024–2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV, and 2026-2027 Cadillac VISTIQ vehicles. The brake system control module (BSCM) contains a software defect that may cause a loss of braking during certain driving conditions.

Service brakes, hydraulicReported Oct 29, 2026NHTSA 26V717000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

3 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jul 2026 – Oct 2026
  1. Forward collision avoidance1
  2. Lane departure1
  3. Visibility/wiper1
  4. Other / unknown1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Vistiq model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
202622
20273
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Forward collision avoidance

1 report
“Vehicle was being driven with super cruise mode onn4 lane freeway Light was green on steering wheel Suddenly without warning or lane changing shown on screen it erratic swung into next lane and then started going into far left lane where a car was right next to the VISTIQ Wheel was pulled to right and taken out of far left lane that it had started to enter Very close to a huge collision- car data being pulled when seen at dealership next week”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 19, 2026Forward collision avoidance, Lane departureODI 11772285

Lane departure

1 report

Visibility/wiper

1 report
“When the sun is out, there is a reflection off of the dash that appears on the window interfering with your forward vision.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 20, 2026Visibility/wiperODI 11751547
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
Electric motor
Transmissions
Automatic (A1)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Electricity
EV range
305 mi (EPA)

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
VISTIQ 11kW Charger
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
937886$900—
VISTIQ 19kW Charger
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
937886$900—
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2027 Cadillac Vistiq as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 23018
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi6–12 monthsEVs wear tires faster (weight, torque)
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–4 yearsRegen braking spares the pads, not the fluid
Battery coolantPer manualPer manualIntervals vary widely by maker
12V battery—3–5 years
  • Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–4 years
  • Battery coolantPer manual
    Per manual
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2027 Vistiq questions

How many recalls does the 2027 Cadillac Vistiq have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 9, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2027 Cadillac Vistiq problems?

Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are forward collision avoidance (1), lane departure (1), visibility/wiper (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2027 Cadillac Vistiq get?

The EPA rates the 2027 Cadillac Vistiq at 86 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026