What are the most common Cadillac ATS problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2016 Cadillac ATS has 2 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Sunroof Switch Can Trigger Unintended Auto-Closure (Recall 15V463 / 15568), Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture During Deployment (Recall 26V329 / N262555870). Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Cadillac ATS reliable?

The 2016 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 Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture During Deployment (Recall 26V329 / N262555870). 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.

2016 Cadillac ATS Problems: 2 Known Issues

2016 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

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Cadillac ATS and CTS vehicles. The affected vehicles have a bracket between the brake pedal assembly and the rod that actuates the brakes that may fracture during normal brake pedal operation.

Campaign #15V35800009/06/2015

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

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2016 Cadillac ATS Problems: 2 Known Issues

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2013-2016 Cadillac ATS: Sunroof Switch Can Trigger Unintended Auto-Closure (Recall 15V463 / 15568)#

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2015-2016 Cadillac ATS: Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture During Deployment (Recall 26V329 / N262555870)#

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What are the most common Cadillac ATS problems?

Is the Cadillac ATS reliable?

What is the 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS Sunroof Switch Can Trigger Unintended Auto-Closure (Recall 15V463 / 15568)?

What is the 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture During Deployment (Recall 26V329 / N262555870)?