2026 Cadillac OPTIQ

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The Verdict

Worst problem area

Driver Assistance & Speed Control

Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 2 of 3 complaints (67%) mention it.

Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology

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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History

Fuel cost, fuel economy, and complaint history by model-yearScroll sideways to see all 2 years. Fuel figures show the range across trims for years with more than one EPA-rated configuration.Also cataloged for 2026: 2 configuration(s) of a different vehicle class, excluded from the comparison bar only (but included in the figures above).
Category20262027vs. 2026 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Annual fuel cost ($)700–900700–900
Combined MPGe83–10583–105
City / Highway MPGe92–117 / 74–9392–117 / 74–93
CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi)00Every vehicle in this comparison has the identical figure, so there's nothing to show a position within.
Complaints filed30Not compared
Recalls issued20Not compared
Crash-involved complaints00Not compared
Fire-involved complaints00Not compared
Injuries reported00Not compared
Deaths reported00Not compared
Configurations compared44

Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.

Common questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ have?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.

What gas mileage does the 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ get?

EPA rates it 83–105 MPGe combined.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ?

EPA estimates $700–$900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.

EPA-Rated Configurations (6)

Every EPA-rated configuration on this page, one row each.A number tagged (low) or (high) is this page’s own cost-table figure of that name, above.
ConfigurationTransmissionCylindersDisplacementDrivetrainFuel TypeVehicle ClassCityHighwayCombinedAnnual Fuel CostCO₂
Configuration 1Automatic (A1)Rear-Wheel DriveElectricityStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD117 MPGe (high)93 MPGe (high)105 MPGe (high)$700 (low)0 g/mi
Configuration 2Automatic (A1)Rear-Wheel DriveElectricityStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD117 MPGe (high)93 MPGe (high)105 MPGe (high)$700 (low)0 g/mi
Configuration 3Automatic (A1)All-Wheel DriveElectricityStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD110 MPGe88 MPGe99 MPGe$7500 g/mi
Configuration 4Automatic (A1)All-Wheel DriveElectricityStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD110 MPGe88 MPGe99 MPGe$7500 g/mi
Configuration 5Automatic (A1)All-Wheel DriveElectricityStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD103 MPGe81 MPGe92 MPGe$8000 g/mi
Configuration 6Automatic (A1)All-Wheel DriveElectricityStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD92 MPGe (low)74 MPGe (low)83 MPGe (low)$900 (high)0 g/mi

Complaints by Category

Complaints by category, in the same fixed order on every page
CategoryComplaintsCrash-InvolvedFire-InvolvedInjuriesDeaths
Engine00000
Transmission & Drivetrain00000
Fuel System00000
Electrical00000
Brakes00000
Steering00000
Suspension, Wheels & Tires10000
Airbags & Restraints00000
Driver Assistance & Speed Control20000
Body, Seats & Latches00000
Visibility & Lighting00000
Other00000

A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.

Recalls (2)

  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · Campaign 26V114000 · Mar 2, 2026

    Defect: General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”

    Consequence: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.

  • TIRES:TREAD/BELT · Campaign 25V704000 · Oct 16, 2025

    Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Cadillac Optic and 2025-2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles equipped with 21-inch Continental all-season tires. One or more of these tires may experience partial or full tread detachment.

    Consequence: Tire tread detachment increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect all four tires and replace those manufactured during DOT week 4024, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252525030. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 16, 2025.