Electrical System Problems of Cadillac SLS

Cadillac SLS owners have reported 6 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's alternator/generator/regulator (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Cadillac SLS


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Cadillac SLS

The Electrical System problem

The contact owns a 2002 Cadillac Sls. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the battery warning light illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that once he was able to restart the vehicle, the check engine light was still illuminated.   Read details...

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

It was determined by my local Cadillac service department that the alternator was faulty, drawing excessive current while the engine was off. I mentioned the recall on this model and they said it had already been replaced so it is not covered.   Read details...

The Fuses And Circuit Breaker problem

No extraordinary events leading up to this problem. Massive sudden electronic failures of accessories systems. Parking brake release, loss of power to seats, cab lights out, front ac passenger side blows hot only, no power to door locks, no response to keyless entry, valet switch stopped working,   Read details...

The Ignition Switch problem

When slowing at about 20 mph to 3 mph the vehicle just dies. No power steering or brakes, all electrical in the vehicle stops working. The vehicle will start again once stopped, placed in park often having to remove the key and putting it back.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

Since I purchased the Cadillac 2000 seville in Mar. 2002, I have had many incidences in which the interior lights did not come on after starting the engine for several minutes, and that the headlights were dim.   Read details...




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