Recall 25V704 affects 22,914 2025-2026 Cadillac Optiq and Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles for tire tread detachment. Franchised dealers inspect and replace affected tires free.
Cadillac is recalling 22,914 2025-2026 Optiq and Equinox EV vehicles equipped with 21-inch Continental all-season tires because the tire tread can partially or fully detach. Tire tread detachment increases the risk of a crash, and the dealer repair will be free once Cadillac opens it.
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What's wrong?
The recalled part is the 21-inch Continental all-season tire fitted to affected 2025-2026 Optiq and Equinox EV vehicles. The tread is the outer rubber surface that contacts the road, channels water, and gives the tire its grip during braking, cornering, and normal driving. Underneath it, the tread base has to bond firmly to the tire body so the tire stays intact as it heats, flexes, and carries the vehicle.
On the affected tires, the tread base rubber compound was made with an inadequate sulfur level. That chemistry problem kept the tread base from bonding properly. As the tire rolls under load, the weak bond allows part of the tread to separate, and the separation can progress into partial or full tread detachment.
Owners can notice localized tread wear, excessive vibration, tire noise, or bulging in the tread area. Those signs mean the tire surface is no longer behaving normally and needs dealer inspection.
Who's affected?
Both model lines use the same Continental tire part across the 2025 and 2026 model years.
| 2025 Cadillac Optiq | tire |
|---|---|
| 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV | tire |
| 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV | tire |
| 2026 Cadillac Optiq | tire |
| Units affected | 22,914 |
| 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?
Tire tread detachment increases the risk of a crash. Watch for localized tread wear, excessive vibration, noise, or bulging in the tread area. Drive cautiously, and stop using the vehicle if those signs appear. Repair will be free at any franchised Cadillac dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Cadillac Optiq or Chevrolet Equinox EV is included in this recall.
- Review the owner letter GM mailed on November 19, 2025, or contact a franchised Cadillac or Chevrolet dealer if you did not receive one.
- Schedule the free tire inspection so the dealer can inspect all four tires and replace any 21-inch Continental all-season tire made during DOT week 4024.
- Reference recall number 25V704 and GM recall N252525030 when you call the dealer.
- Drive cautiously until the tire inspection is complete, and stop driving if you notice tread separation, vibration, or tire damage.
What happens at the repair
Once Cadillac opens the dealer repair, a Cadillac technician will inspect all four tires and replace any tire manufactured during DOT week 4024. Parts and labor will be covered under the recall once the repair is available. The owner letter includes instructions for applying directly to Continental for reimbursement if you already paid to replace an affected tire. Keep the tire replacement invoice and any paperwork that identifies the tire so Continental can match the claim to the recall.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 16, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 16, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| October 16, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 16, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| November 19, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V704?
Recall 25V704 covers 22,914 2025-2026 Cadillac Optiq and Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles equipped with 21-inch Continental all-season tires. One or more tires can have partial or full tread detachment, increasing crash risk. Dealers inspect all four tires and replace affected DOT week 4024 tires for free.
What should I do if my 2025-2026 Cadillac Optiq or Chevrolet Equinox EV is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V704. If it is, contact the franchised dealer for your badge brand and schedule the tire inspection. Reference GM recall number N252525030 when you call. The inspection and any covered tire replacement are free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 25V704, dealers will inspect all four tires and replace any tire manufactured during DOT week 4024 free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tire tread detachment, which increases the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, arrange the dealer inspection and tire replacement instead of waiting for tire wear to become visible.
When were owners notified about recall 25V704?
GM mailed owner notification letters on November 19, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Cadillac Optiq or Chevrolet Equinox EV is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V704000 |
|---|---|
| Cadillac customer service | 1-800-333-4223 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V704 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V704000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →