2016 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated July 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2016 Cadillac ELR has 4 documented known issues, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Low High-Voltage Cell Voltage Can Reduce or Remove Propulsion. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Cadillac ELR vehicles not equipped with adaptive cruise control and manufactured September 26, 2013, through February 14, 2014, and equipped without adaptive cruise control. In these vehicles, the electronic stability control (ESC) system software may inhibit certain ESC diagnostics, preventing the system from alerting the driver that the ESC system is partially or fully disabled. As such, these vehicles fail to conform with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
SEATS
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore and Cadillac ATS; 2014 Cadillac CTS, ELR, Chevrolet Caprice and SS vehicles; and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Trucks. Due to an incomplete weld on the seat hook bracket assembly, the front seats in the affected vehicles may not stay secured in place during a high load condition such as a crash.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2016 Cadillac ELR has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Low High-Voltage Cell Voltage Can Reduce or Remove Propulsion, CUE 8-Inch Display Bubbling or Delamination Needs ICS Inspection, Engine and Fuel Maintenance Modes Can Run the Engine With Charge Remaining. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2016 Cadillac ELR has 4 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Low High-Voltage Cell Voltage Can Reduce or Remove Propulsion. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
GM customer-satisfaction program N172130462 covered certain 2014-2016 ELR vehicles whose original HPCM2 calibration might not provide enough warning before a low high-voltage cell caused reduced or lost propulsion. The software adds warning time; it does not restore battery capac… Severity: high.
GM PIC6055B covers an 8-inch CUE integrated-center-stack display that bubbles or delaminates. The bulletin requires technicians to distinguish the condition from damage caused by cleaners or excessive force and does not establish a universal DIY digitizer repair or fixed replacem… Severity: medium.
The ELR can start its gasoline engine during documented Engine Maintenance Mode or Fuel Maintenance Mode even when battery charge remains. These modes keep the engine operable and consume aging fuel; they are normal operating behaviors, not proof of a propulsion-battery fault. Severity: low.
Cadillac documents several normal reasons the ELR gasoline engine may start while battery charge remains, including low or high battery temperature, low high-voltage state of charge, an open hood and engine or fuel maintenance mode. That behavior alone does not establish battery… Severity: low.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
