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Cadillac ATS
Data refreshed May 30, 2026
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Complaints
379
Active records
Recalls
11
Active records
TSBs
3,317
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
0
Injuries
25
Crashes
21
Fires
3
Top reported issues — Cadillac ATS
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Operating state
Condition issue
Engine behavior
Infotainment behavior
Reporting mechanism
Vibration/harshness
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Steering behavior
Performance issue
Noise
Safety restraint issue
Driver assistance issue
Braking behavior
Lighting behavior
Fluid issue
HVAC behavior
Thermal issue
Safety restraint behavior
Electrical issue
Ride/handling behavior
Starting behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Access/entry issue
Smell
Communication/network issue
Recent change
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2014 CADILLAC ATS
Filed May 28, 2026
service rear view camera message on randomly and then the camera goes blank. Independent service center diagnostic scan reported: FAULT B127B Rearview camera input signal circuit missing reference (Symptom 2B) - History DTC.
2017 CADILLAC ATS
Filed May 26, 2026
Transmission fluid temperature sensor in the 8 speed automatic 8L90 transmission from GM is a known issue. Causes vehicle to shift/jerk erratically especially in stop and go traffic.
2018 CADILLAC ATS
Filed May 12, 2026
Both side mirrors failed. Internal components corroded, one almost fell off when driving, the other later became completely detached. Failed parts that could have caused a major safety issue if they were to fail during operation.
2016 CADILLAC ATS
Filed May 3, 2026
On 3rd differential in 2 years. Dealer won’t fix without us paying ANOTHER $4,700. There is NO way a differential goes 3 times in 2 years. Something is wrong. Help!!
2017 CADILLAC ATS
Filed Apr 25, 2026
Driving home message came up on the dash, saying, power steering problem. Next thing you know, it was extremely hard to turn the wheel left or right.
2015 CADILLAC ATS
Filed Apr 24, 2026
Fuel and/or combustion problem leading to excessive emissions at unpredictable times. I mean so much smoke suddenly comes out that the driver behind can't see, and it seems the car may be on fire.
2017 CADILLAC ATS
Filed Mar 3, 2026
I have replaced two brand new tires on the back right. I then saw that there was a TSB for the very issue im having with my vehicle. A slow loss of air from the back right tire. The TSB link is https://www.nhtsa.gov/?nhtsaId=11017016 Its a slow.loss of air that eventually ends you up with a blown tire on the side of the road which has happened twice to me now. There is no location on the vehicle for a spare tire coincidentally. I still have the tires with damage to them for proof . My brakes…
2015 CADILLAC ATS
Filed Feb 6, 2026
I bought my car from a dealership. Owned it for 2yrs 2mo. 107k miles First issue came up after 3-4 months. Faulty power steering. Took it to service at a dealership they said I would need my wire harness assembly replaced as well as a steering gear. Problem still persists. Also one of the mechanics there showed me that the previous owner glued harness connector components together which is why I started seeing issues that weren't there before. Now today three new warning/service lights: abs,…
2018 CADILLAC ATS
Filed Dec 22, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and the mechanic determined that the F-module, Part Number: 86815664, used to control the engine Auto START/STOP, needed to be replaced. The dealer was contacted for the part and informed the contact that the part was not available. The contact had contacted approximately 6 dealers, who confirmed that the part was…
2016 CADILLAC ATS
Filed Nov 24, 2025
My 2016 Cadillac ATS Coupe has a serious repeating safety defect. The vehicle violently shakes, vibrates, and becomes unstable while driving. This happened TWICE. Both times the rear bolts came out except one. Both mechanics who inspected it said they have NEVER seen this before. The first time, I paid $4,000 out of pocket at another shop. The problem happened again, proving this is a manufacturing defect. My AXP diagnostic on November 4, 2025 confirms major rear differential/axle issues. The…