Recall 25V193 affects 10,643 2025 Cadillac Lyriq vehicles for incorrect rear head-restraint instructions. Cadillac mailed corrected manual inserts free of charge.
Cadillac is recalling 10,643 2025 Lyriq vehicles because the owner's manual gives inaccurate instructions for the rear outboard head restraints. If owners adjust those restraints using the wrong information, injury risk rises in a crash, and Cadillac dealers will provide the corrected manual information free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear outboard head restraints in the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq are the head supports for the left and right rear seating positions. They are part of the seat system and are described in the owner's manual so owners and service staff can identify the correct design and safety information for those rear seats.
On affected Lyriq vehicles, the printed manual used the head restraint description for a China market Lyriq with a different design. That means the manual text and illustration do not match the U.S. vehicle. GM traced the issue to the wrong market description being placed in manuals for the U.S. and other markets.
This is a manual information problem, not a reported broken head restraint. Owners can access the electronic online owner's manual for the correct rear outboard head restraint information. The corrected manual insert has the correct illustration and description.
Who's affected?
The scope centers on owner safety information for the Lyriq's rear head restraints, with the same manual part tied to the seat assembly and vehicle equipment categories.
| 2025 Cadillac Lyriq | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2025 Cadillac Lyriq | vehicle equipment |
| Units affected | 10,643 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect head restraint instructions can leave rear outboard head restraints adjusted incorrectly, increasing injury risk in a crash. Use Cadillac's electronic owner's manual for the correct rear outboard head restraint information, then keep the mailed insert with the vehicle. Repair is free at any franchised Cadillac dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Cadillac Lyriq is included in this recall.
- Contact Cadillac customer service or a franchised Cadillac dealer to request the free owner's manual insert that corrects the rear head restraint instructions.
- Reference recall number 25V193 when you call, and ask whether Cadillac has already mailed the insert for your VIN.
- Use the corrected insert to adjust the rear outboard head restraints, because incorrect head restraint position increases injury risk in a crash.
- Keep the insert with your owner's manual after it arrives.
What happens at the repair
This recall does not require a mechanical repair at the service bay. Cadillac's remedy is to mail owner's manual inserts with the correct illustrations and descriptions for the rear outboard head restraints. The insert is provided free of charge. Out-of-pocket costs tied to this issue are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because all covered vehicles are under warranty. Ask the Cadillac service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior paperwork for this issue.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| March 27, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 27, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| March 27, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 30, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 12, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 12, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V193?
Recall 25V193 covers 10,643 2025 Cadillac Lyriq vehicles with owner's manuals that describe the rear outboard head restraints incorrectly. The issue relates to FMVSS number 202. Cadillac is mailing corrected owner's manual inserts for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Cadillac Lyriq is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Lyriq is included in recall 25V193. If it is, make sure the corrected owner's manual insert is placed with the manual. Call Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 if you have not received it.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to provide recall remedies at no cost. For recall 25V193, Cadillac is mailing the corrected owner's manual insert free of charge, and there is no repair bill for the owner.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is incorrect head restraint information. If the rear outboard head restraints are adjusted using the wrong description or illustration, they can be set improperly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
When were owner letters mailed?
Cadillac owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2025. The remedy is available now. If your VIN is included and you do not have the corrected owner's manual insert, contact Cadillac customer service and reference recall 25V193.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V193000 |
|---|---|
| Cadillac customer service | 1-800-458-8006 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V193 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V193000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
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