I was traveling on Stevenson expressway at 55 mph when the fuel pump relay overheated and melted, which burned up the REC (Rear Electrical Electrical Center /fusebox). When the fuse pump relay overheated it shut fuel down going to the fuel pump, which caused the engine to stall. When the engine stalled the car cut off, causing me to loose power steering. Because I was traveling in the middle lane of a three lane expressway at a high rate of speed, the vehicle started deaccelerating and I couldn’t control the vehicle with no power steering, I couldn’t get over to the shoulder. This nearly caused a wreck putting me in harm, because vehicles around me were accelerating at 55 to 70mph. All I could do is put my flashers on. Coast to a stop, and hope no one rear ended me, which nearly occurred. General Motors Cadillac division was aware of this possibility see: GLOBAL SAFETY FIELD INVESTIGATIONS DCS5755 URGENT - DISTRIBUTE IMMEDIATELY Date: April 14, 2021 Subject: REVISION: 18226-01 - Special Coverage Overheating of Fuel Relay or Motor Terminal Revised Service Procedure Models: 2008-2011 Buick Lucerne 2009-2011 Cadillac DTS To: All General Motors Dealers This bulletin is being revised to update the service procedure. all previous copies of 18226. END OF MESSAGE GLOBAL SAFETY FIELD INVESTIGATIONS Please discard Special Coverage Adjustment 18226 Overheating of Fuel Relay or Motor Terminal Condition On some 2008 – 2011 model year Buick Lucerne and 2009 – 2011 model year Cadillac DTS vehicles, the vehicle’s rear-seat bracket could contact the vehicle’s Rear Electrical Center (REC), which can, over time, damage electrical components within the REC enclosure. If damage occurs, the If damage occurs, the components canmelt or overheat, which the customer may detect by a melting odor in the vehicle. Damage could also cause the vehicle’s battery to drain, a no-start condition, or a stall. Because no accident occurred ther were no police reports filed. The date is est
2010 Cadillac DTS electrical problems
10 complaints (45% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 45%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- 12v/24v/48v battery: cables1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Cadillac DTS electrical problems in other years
Related recalls
Electrical system: ignition
- What is 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) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
- Risk
- 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. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- 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 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300 (Buick), 1‑800‑458‑8006 (Cadillac), and 1‑800‑222‑1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14299.
Recall number 14V355000 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- General motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 dts and buick lucerne vehicles equipped with v8 engines. The starter or alternator cable is in contact with the power steering return line. If either the starter or alternator cable is contacting the power steering return line, the cable could wear through the line, causing a power steering fluid leak.
- Risk
- A power steering leak could result in a loss of power steering, increasing the risk of a crash, and/or the leak onto hot engine parts could cause an engine compartment fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will secure and if necessary reroute the lines to prevent contact. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 19, 2010. Owners may contact cadillac at 1‑866‑982‑2339, buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall number 10V553000 · Recall details
What 2010 Cadillac DTS owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle shut off. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was pushed to the side of the roadway. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drove to the residence. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle started and shut off immediately. The contact stated she smelled a burning plastic odor coming from the rear seats. The contact stated that upon lifting the rear middle seat, she noticed that fuses had melted in the fuse box. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 168,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 cadillac dts. On several occasions, while driving, the vehicle rode roughly and stalled. The contact checked the relays and noticed that the fuse box was melted. The dealer (keyser cadillac, 4130 sheridan dr, williamsville, ny 14221, 716‑568‑7045) confirmed that no recalls were associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 cadillac dts. The contact stated that there was an internal leak in the vehicle, but was uncertain of its origin and what part was affected from the failure. There was a presence of a constant intermittent fluid leak. The dealer (medina auto mall 3205 medina rd, medina, oh 44256 (877) 424-0881) was notified and inspected the vehicle, but did not provide a specific diagnosis. The vehicle was also inspected by an independent mechanic. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v553000 (electrical system). The contact was uncertain if the manufacturer had a repair solution. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 cadillac dts. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system) however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Vehicle was parked, engine off. Upon startup, engine ran rough for a few seconds then died. Car towed to dealer. Problem: engine fuse box shorted and melted. No cause found. Fix: replace fuse box. No after market accessories, etc. Have been installed/used in the car. Cost of repair: $675.00.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 cadillac dts. The contact received a notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system). However, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 cadillac dts. The contact received a notification for recall the federal safety agency campaign: 14v355000 (electrical system). However, the parts needed were unavailable. The dealer was uncertain when the parts would become available to service the vehicle under the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the problem and had not given the contact an explanation and stated that they would contact him later. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 11/21/14
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 cadillac dts. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system); however, the part needed for the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2010 cadillac dts. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle electrical system recall notice.
Questions about the 2010 Cadillac DTS electrical
Does the 2010 Cadillac DTS have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the electrical of the 2010 Cadillac DTS, 45% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2010 Cadillac DTS electrical problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Cadillac DTS electrical?
Yes, 2 recalls: 14V355000, 10V553000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Cadillac DTS have the most electrical problems?
The Cadillac DTS model years with the most electrical complaints are 2006 (79 complaints), 2008 (39 complaints) and 2007 (28 complaints).
Other 2010 Cadillac DTS problems
Engine 5Airbags 3Seats 3Brakes 2Fuel system 2Acceleration 1Lights 1Seat belts 1Steering 1Suspension 1Wheels 1
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