If You Own a 2026 Cadillac Vistiq, Check Your VIN Right Now

Cadillac just filed a recall for the 2026 Vistiq because the electronic owner’s manual may not show up on the center screen. That sounds small. It isn’t. That manual holds safety warnings, child-seat anchor guidance, and basic “what does this light mean” info you need when you’re away from home.

This recall covers a limited batch—94 vehicles—but that doesn’t help if yours is one of them. The same glitch can also block you from logging into the myCadillac app, which is how many owners handle setup, remote features, and account details.

What This Cadillac Vistiq Recall Covers

The NHTSA recall report says some Vistiqs can leave the factory with the radio stuck in a delivery or “ready” state. When that happens, the owner’s manual won’t load on the in-vehicle display. The same issue can prevent login to the myCadillac mobile app and the in-vehicle app.

Cadillac’s fix is simple. Dealers will reset the radio so the owner’s manual becomes accessible again. The report also notes the vehicle may “self-reset” after about 24 hours of total driving time. Still, the recall remedy is a dealer action, and it’s done at no cost.

Timing matters, too. The filing lists an NHTSA posting date of November 25, 2025, and it sets owner notification to begin January 12, 2026. If you bought early, you may not have a letter yet. That’s why a VIN check is the fastest move.

Why does the manual matter? Federal safety standards require written instructions for child restraint anchorage systems, including step-by-step guidance. If the electronic manual is blocked, you lose the quickest way to confirm where anchors are and how the system works in your exact SUV.

Start with a VIN check. Use the NHTSA recall lookup and see if your Vistiq shows as affected. If it does, book a dealer visit and ask them to apply the recall remedy.

If you need a quick reset while you wait, the filing describes a simple reboot. Hold the “Call End” (Mute) button for about 15 seconds to reset the radio. It’s not the official fix, but it can bring the screen back in the moment.

Don’t brush this off as a “screen glitch.” In a modern SUV, the screen isn’t just music and maps. It’s how the car delivers safety info you’re expected to have.

My Verdict

If you own a 2026 Cadillac Vistiq, check your VIN today. The affected pool is tiny, the fix is quick, and there’s no reason to gamble with missing safety info. Get it handled.