Cadillac ATS Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
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Cadillac ATS — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019Best | 0 | 2 | 0 | STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES | Full report → |
| 2018 | 2 | 20 | 1 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
| 2017 | 2 | 30 | 0 | STEERING | Full report → |
| 2016 | 2 | 32 | 5 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
| 2015 | 3 | 27 | 1 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | Full report → |
| 2014Worst | 4 | 101 | 10 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
Most Common ATS Problems
Based on 212 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
ATS Years to Avoid
Best ATS Years to Buy
Years with the fewest combined complaints and recalls in recent data.
Cadillac ATS Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Cadillac ATS Reliability
What year ATS has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2014 Cadillac ATS had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 101 complaints and 4 safety recalls. See the full 2014 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Cadillac ATS reliable?
The Cadillac ATS has accumulated 212 owner-filed complaints and 13 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2019 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used ATS.
What are the most common ATS problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Cadillac ATS across recent model years are: POWER TRAIN (38 reports), STEERING (23 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (20 reports), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (15 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my ATS has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Cadillac ATS using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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