Is the Cadillac ATS Reliable?
2013–2019 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Cadillac ATS Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 99 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 2 | 16 | 1 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2017 | 2 | 21 | — | — | 69 | Good |
| 2016 | 2 | 28 | 2 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 2015 | 3 | 25 | 3 | — | 59 | Fair |
| 2014 | 3 | 86 | 15 | — | 48 | Fair |
| 2013 | 4 | 140 | 2 | — | 49 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the ATS Compares to Similar Vehicles
The ATS scores 4 points below the average luxury. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Cadillac ATS Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 317 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cadillac ATS reliable?+
The Cadillac ATS scores 66/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 7 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 16 recall campaigns and 317 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year ATS is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2019 ATS achieved the highest reliability score of 99/100 with 0 recalls and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a ATS last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Cadillac ATS owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used ATS will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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