2014 Cadillac ELR Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 35%of 17 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 17,150miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2014 Cadillac ELR, 35% of the 17 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 17,150 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Mold in air conditioning evaporator got me sick. Treatment by dealer sent me to the hospital coughing & spiting-up blood! Very sick from exposures. Gm TSB 99-01-39-004h clearly shows this is a common problem. Car has been at the dealer since 3/24/2016 & they are denying chemical odor that two inspectors have already verified. Nhtsa has done nothing about this dangerous TSB. Why? Updated 04/03/2017”
NHTSA complaint #10872485, filed 2016-06, 11,300 miles“Cadillac cue system and center stack system freezing and unresponsive. The Cadillac ELR's HVAC, navigation, audio and other system functions are all controlled only by touch sensitive panel either in the cue screen or below it. When cue freezes or lags as it often does this causes a dangerous occurrence where the driver must divert attention from the road to operate the car's system. While on my normal commute this morning I went to adjust my air conditioning when the system froze. …”
NHTSA complaint #10865844, filed 2016-05, 23,000 miles“Component Affected: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM/ AIR BAGS: FRONT: PASSENGER SIDE Description of Safety Defect: The Passenger Presence System (PPS) Module / Occupant Sensor Module failed on my 2014 Cadillac ELR, triggering diagnostic code U0170 ( Lost Communication with Passenger Presence Module ) And illuminating the Service Airbag warning light on the dashboard. Due to this electronic failure, the vehicles supplemental restraint system (STS) has completely disabled the front passenger-side airbag. …”
NHTSA complaint #11747536, filed 2026-06“The vehicle lost all power while driving; this has occurred four times between August 2024 and November 2024. Without warning, the vehicle loses power, including brakes, steering, lights, warning flashers, doors, etc., all power goes away. This has occurred three times during the day and once at night, creating a hazard for myself and other drivers. The vehicle has been towed to the dealership three times, where it restarts. There are no codes to be found and GM is uncertain of what to do.”
NHTSA complaint #11628984, filed 2024-12“Loss of power and control: Twice over the past two months, the vehicle has died and lost all power and control functions while in motion. The first episode was while my spouse was driving during the day at about 30 MPH. She reports the vehicle made a loud pop, and then all power to the vehicle, including steering and braking, was lost. After a few minutes, the car restarted and was towed to the dealership. They found no codes and could not replicate the incident, and GM could not provide them with any suggestions. After a month, the car was returned to us. …”
NHTSA complaint #11622342, filed 2024-10Related service bulletins
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- 11037253Sep 4, 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
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- 11030092Mar 9, 2026This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
- 11030091Mar 9, 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11027601Jan 8, 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
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- 11023091Sep 9, 2025New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
- 11022084Aug 14, 2025This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11021792Aug 7, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 6 | 35% |
Other parts of the 2014 Cadillac ELR
6 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Cadillac ELR
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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