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2026 Cadillac VISTIQ

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 VISTIQ.

The 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ enters its model year with a modest reliability footprint, logging 17 owner complaints that center predominantly on visibility and wiper systems — a pattern that draws immediate researcher attention to sensor integration and glass-area design. Those reports sit alongside four recalls, a figure that suggests proactive field action rather than systemic neglect, though the concentration in a single functional area warrants deeper trend analysis. For anyone tracking this nameplate's trajectory, the data paints a picture of a vehicle whose early-service experience is defined less by breadth of issues than by the specificity of its leading concern.

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length205.5 in
Overall width86.6 in
Overall height70.9 in
Wheelbase121.7 in
Track (front / rear)66.5 / 66.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the VISTIQ of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.6–4.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.60 sec — 2026 Sport
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2026Sport Elec 102.0-kWh3.60 sec12.10 sec615 hpAWD
2026Sport Elec 102.0-kWh3.60 sec12.20 sec615 hpAWD
2026Platinum Elec 102.0-kWh3.80 sec12.30 sec615 hpAWD
2026Sport Elec 102.0-kWh4.40 sec12.90 sec615 hpAWD

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ shows a concentration of early-model activity with 17 complaints and 4 recalls. In contrast, the 2027 model year shows a significant drop in activity, recording 0 complaints and only 1 recall. This suggests that 2026 represents the initial launch phase of the generation, characterized by a high volume of 175 technical service bulletins (TSBs) to address early issues. Primary complaint areas for the 2026 model include Visibility/Wiper (4) and Forward Collision Avoidance (3), though the data does not specify the root causes for these issues. Notably, there were 0 reported crash or fire complaints for the 2026 model year. Given the high volume of TSBs and recalls relative to the subsequent year, 2026 is a risky year to buy unless all bulletins have been addressed.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
175
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
17
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 17 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Visibility/Wiper4
Forward Collision Avoidance3
Unknown Or Other3
Power Train,Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Equipment1
Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Seats,Service Brakes1
Electrical System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

25V483000Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction BatteryReported 24/07/2025

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ vehicles and 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles. The bolts attaching the high voltage battery to the interior floor may be missing or loose. Remedy: Dealers will inspect the high-voltage battery bolts and replace or re-tighten the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed…

25V819000Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other ManualReported 25/11/2025

General Motors is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Vistiq electric 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… 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 December 30…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 175 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
N25-2523322026-06-25Unknown Or OtherFixes to help prevent loss of functionality for connectivity features such as OnStar…
PIT5966F2026-06-23Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still…
PIP6021C2026-06-18Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary Information communicates that, under certain conditions, a MIL…
PIP6103C2026-06-12Unknown Or OtherThis PI explains that the T18, Battery charger drive power distribution control modules…
661.302026-06-08Unknown Or Other• Improvements to high voltage battery diagnostics • Improvements to transmission…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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VIN
Decode a VIN to confirm the transmission and build data for a specific VISTIQ. OEM
Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Frequently asked

Does the 2026 VISTIQ have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.