What are the most common Cadillac ATS problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2013 Cadillac ATS has 2 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Sunroof Switch Can Trigger Unintended Auto-Closure (Recall 15V463 / 15568), Transmission Shift Cable Can Detach and Cause Rollaway (Recall 14V338 / 14179). Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Cadillac ATS reliable?

The 2013 Cadillac ATS has 2 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Sunroof Switch Can Trigger Unintended Auto-Closure (Recall 15V463 / 15568) 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 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 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.

2013 Cadillac ATS Problems: 2 Known Issues

2013 Cadillac ATS Problems: 2 Known Issues | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls8 recalls

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS vehicles manufactured April 25, 2012, to June 25, 2015. The affected vehicles may experience the roof panel closing automatically when the non-recessed switches are pressed and the roof panel is open. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."

Campaign #15V46300024/07/2015

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS sedan vehicles manufactured April 23, 2012, to September 2, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the coil antenna module that powers the rear defogger system may generate excessive heat due to excessive cycling or continuous operation.

Campaign #15V55800003/09/2015

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.

Campaign #26V32900021/05/2026

SEATS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore and Cadillac ATS; 2014 Cadillac CTS, ELR, Chevrolet Caprice and SS vehicles; and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Trucks. Due to an incomplete weld on the seat hook bracket assembly, the front seats in the affected vehicles may not stay secured in place during a high load condition such as a crash.

Campaign #14V44600023/07/2014

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac ATS vehicles manufactured April 23, 2012, to March 20, 2014, and 2014 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured June 10, 2013, to March 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable may detach from either the bracket on the transmission shifter or the bracket on the transmission.

Campaign #14V33800019/06/2014

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2013 Cadillac ATS Problems: 2 Known Issues

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