2014 Cadillac Cts: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2014 Cadillac Cts: 6 recalls, 146 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
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Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Visibility (wipers, glass), Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #14V253000 · 2014 · 19,225 vehicles
What's wrong: If the vehicle is turned off with wiper functionality left on and the wipers then become restricted, such as when covered in ice or snow, and the vehicle's battery goes dead and needs to be jump started, upon being jump started, the wipers will be inoperative.
Why it matters: An inoperative windshield wiper system May decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2104.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #14V338000 · 2014 · 90,750 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable May detach from either the bracket on the transmission shifter or the bracket on the transmission.
Why it matters: If the transmission shift cable detaches while the vehicle is being driven, the transmission gear selection May not match the indicated gear and the vehicle May move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver goes to stop and park the…
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure the cable is properly seated at the transmission and shifter brackets, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early August 2014.
Electrical Vehicle recall #14V394000 · 2014 · 554,328 vehicles
What's wrong: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General motors LLC (gm) notified the agency on July 2, 2014 that they are recalling 554,328 model year 2003-2014 Cadillac cts vehicles manufactured August 16, 2001,…
Why it matters: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags May not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2014.
Seats Vehicle recall #14V446000 · 2014 · 124,007 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A seat that does not stay secured increases the risk of occupant injury in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat hook bracket assembly weld and replace the lower seat track, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2014.
Electrical Vehicle recall #14V614000 · 2014 · 106,307 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the chassis electronic module May be internally contaminated, resulting in an electrical short.
Why it matters: If the module experiences an electrical short, the vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014.
Seats Vehicle recall #18V595000 · 2018 · 52,867 vehicles
What's wrong: The flexible heating mats in the front seats May be damaged over time, resulting in the seat heaters producing excessive heat.
Why it matters: In cold ambient temperatures, the seat heaters in these vehicles can turn on automatically when the vehicle is remotely started. If a damaged seat heater is turned on while no one is inside the vehicle, the damaged seat heater can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the body control module, disabling the automatic activation of the heated seat when the vehicle is remotely started, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (84): the most common themes are noise or vibration (30), hard / delayed shifting (12).
- Suspension (17): the most common themes are noise or vibration (9).
- Electrical (13): the most common themes are door / lock issues (2).
- Other / unknown (13): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
The 2014 Cadillac Cts has 146 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 17 Cts model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 130). Complaints peaked in 2020 (27 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 57,978 miles. Neighboring years: 2013 (73 complaints, 2 recalls), 2015 (48 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 27 | 21 | Regular |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Premium |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 18 | 14 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Cadillac Cts have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2014 Cadillac Cts. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2014 Cadillac Cts problems?
Owners have filed 146 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (84), suspension (17), electrical (13).
What gas mileage does the 2014 Cadillac Cts get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.6 L, Automatic (S6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2014 Cadillac Cts repair manual?
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