Vehicle recallDVSA
Cadillac 2 Lyriq, CT5 and other models recalled over an electrical or software fault
Affected vehicles do not conform to ECE R48 and fail to alert the driver via DIC message if there is a loss of communication between the headlamp control module and body control module.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
4 identifiers listed for this notice.
Lyriq
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 31/10/2024 – 25/11/2024
- 24/08/2022 – 20/09/2024
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- N242450650
CT5
- Build dates
- 18/05/2023 – 18/05/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- N242450650
Escalade
- Build dates
- 06/10/2021 – 04/09/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- N242450650
Escalade ESV
- Build dates
- 20/04/2021 – 03/09/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- N242450650
What to do now
The defect is electrical or in the vehicle’s software.
- Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
- Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
- Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.
Why it matters. Electrical and software faults can affect lights, warnings, cameras or driver assistance systems, and some can lead to a loss of function while driving.
Repairs and costs
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.
If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/388). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Affected vehicles do not conform to ECE R48 and fail to alert the driver via DIC message if there is a loss of communication between the headlamp control module and body control module.
Defect
Affected vehicles do not conform to ECE R48 and fail to alert the driver via DIC message if there is a loss of communication between the headlamp control module and body control module.
Remedy
Reprogram the body control module.
Models
Lyriq, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Cadillac 2 Lyriq, CT5 and other models being recalled?
The defect is electrical or in the vehicle’s software. Electrical and software faults can affect lights, warnings, cameras or driver assistance systems, and some can lead to a loss of function while driving.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
Will the repair cost anything?
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.