What are the most common Cadillac ATS problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2013-2018 Cadillac ATS has 5 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Electric Power-Steering Assist May Fail (Recall 25V175 / N252497020), Sunroof Switch Can Trigger Unintended Auto-Closure (Recall 15V463 / 15568), High-Pressure Fuel Pump Can Detach and Damage Fuel Line (Recall 18V358 / 18188). Of these, 5 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Cadillac ATS reliable?
The 2013-2018 Cadillac ATS has 5 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 5 issues are rated critical: Electric Power-Steering Assist May Fail (Recall 25V175 / N252497020) and Sunroof Switch Can Trigger Unintended Auto-Closure (Recall 15V463 / 15568) and High-Pressure Fuel Pump Can Detach and Damage Fuel Line (Recall 18V358 / 18188) and Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture During Deployment (Recall 26V329 / N262555870) and Transmission Shift Cable Can Detach and Cause Rollaway (Recall 14V338 / 14179). 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.
What year Cadillac ATS is the most reliable?
Reliability varies across model years of the Cadillac ATS. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2013-2018 Cadillac ATS with 5 documented issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports.
What is the 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS Electric Power-Steering Assist May Fail (Recall 25V175 / N252497020)?
On certain 2017-2018 ATS vehicles, electric power-steering assist can fail. Steering remains possible but requires greater effort, especially at low speeds, increasing crash risk. Severity: high.
What is the 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS Sunroof Switch Can Trigger Unintended Auto-Closure (Recall 15V463 / 15568)?
Certain 2013-2016 ATS vehicles have a non-recessed roof-panel switch that can be pressed inadvertently and trigger unintended automatic sunroof closure, creating an injury risk. Severity: high.
What is the 2018 Cadillac ATS High-Pressure Fuel Pump Can Detach and Damage Fuel Line (Recall 18V358 / 18188)?
On certain 2018 ATS vehicles, the high-pressure fuel pump can detach from its mounting flange and damage the high-pressure fuel line, creating a fuel leak and fire risk. Severity: high.
What is the 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture During Deployment (Recall 26V329 / N262555870)?
Certain 2015-2016 ATS vehicles have a front-driver airbag inflator that may rupture during deployment and send sharp metal fragments into the cabin, causing serious injury or death. Severity: high.
What is the 2013-2014 Cadillac ATS Transmission Shift Cable Can Detach and Cause Rollaway (Recall 14V338 / 14179)?
On certain 2013-2014 ATS vehicles, the transmission shift cable can detach at the shifter or transmission bracket. The selected gear may not match the indicated gear, and the vehicle may roll despite the shifter showing Park. Severity: high.
