Cadillac ELR years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Cadillac ELR years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2014 has the most complaints per year, at 2 (17 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2016 at 0 (from 4 complaints) and 2014 at 2 (from 17 complaints). On the 2014 Cadillac ELR, 3 of 17 complaints name Electrical system.
Data as of .
Cadillac ELR reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Cadillac ELR. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 2016 Fewest | 0 | 4 | 0 | Air bags | 31 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 33 |
| 2014 → Most | 2 | 17 | 2 | Electrical system | 33 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Coupe
- Oil
- 0W-30 or 5W-30 (range-extender engine) · 3.7 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 245/40R20
Known issues for this generation
Recall 14V-144 covers certain 2014 ELR vehicles without adaptive cruise control built September 26, 2013 through February 14, 2014: ESC software may inhibit diagnostics so the driver is not alerted if ESC is partially or fully disabled; dealers recalibrate the EBCM. Recall 14V-446 covers certain 2014 ELR (and other GM models) where an incomplete weld on the seat hook bracket assembly can affect front-seat retention.
Frequently asked questions
Which Cadillac ELR years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2016 at 0 (from 4 complaints) and 2014 at 2 (from 17 complaints).
Which Cadillac ELR year has the most owner complaints?
2014 has the most complaints per year, at 2 (17 complaints). On the 2014 Cadillac ELR, 3 of 17 complaints name Electrical system.
How do Cadillac ELR owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Cadillac ELR years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
What engine oil does a US Cadillac ELR use?
0W-30 or 5W-30 (range-extender engine) With filter, about 3.7 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US Cadillac ELR?
Published US specs commonly list front 245/40R20 and rear 245/40R20; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Cadillac ELR?
Recall 14V-144 covers certain 2014 ELR vehicles without adaptive cruise control built September 26, 2013 through February 14, 2014: ESC software may inhibit diagnostics so the driver is not alerted if ESC is partially or fully disabled; dealers recalibrate the EBCM. Recall 14V-446 covers certain 2014 ELR (and other GM models) where an incomplete weld on the seat hook bracket assembly can affect front-seat retention.