GM Recalls 29,347 Cadillac Optiq EVs in Canada Over Window Pinch Protection Flaw

General Motors Canada has issued a safety recall affecting 29,347 Cadillac Optiq electric vehicles from the 2024-2025 model years due to a potential window pinch protection system failure.

Safety Issue Identified

The recall addresses a fault in the automatic window reversal system that may not detect obstructions during window closure. This pinch protection flaw could increase the risk of injury if a body part becomes trapped in a closing window.

Vehicles Affected

• 2024-2025 Cadillac Optiq electric vehicles
• Approximately 29,347 units in Canada
• Manufactured between specific date ranges (details available from GM Canada)

Owner Notification Process

GM Canada will notify affected owners by mail starting in mid-October 2026. Owners are advised to:

• Avoid allowing passengers to extend limbs outside windows while vehicle is in motion
• Schedule free repair at authorized Cadillac dealerships
• Contact GM Canada customer service at 1-800-263-3777 with recall reference number

Repair Details

Authorized dealers will:

• Inspect and reprogram the window control module
• Replace faulty components if necessary
• Verify proper pinch protection function
• Perform all work at no cost to vehicle owners

Impact on Cadillac EV Lineup

The Optiq represents Cadillac’s entry-level luxury electric SUV in the Canadian market. This recall affects vehicles delivered since the model’s Canadian launch in late 2023.

Previous GM EV Recalls in Canada

This recall joins other recent EV safety actions by GM in Canada, including:

• Battery module inspections for certain Bolt EV/EUV models
• Software updates for charging system compatibility
• Drive unit bearing replacements on select Ultium-based vehicles

Owners can verify if their vehicle is affected by visiting recalls.gm.ca and entering their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), or by contacting their local Cadillac dealership.

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