Cadillac Ats years to avoid
More than twice the Ats's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Cadillac Ats years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Cadillac Ats complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Cadillac Ats problems
All model years combined.
- Transmission103
- Electrical76
- Engine74
- Steering62
- Airbags28
- Brakes27
- Lights16
- Acceleration16
- Wheels15
- Suspension14
- Visibility13
- Fuel system13
Most reported problems on the Cadillac Ats
Cadillac Ats problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 95 | 2 | Brakes | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2018 | 82 | 22 | Transmission | 33,527 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2017 | 74 | 33 | Steering | 33,000 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2016 | 69 | 32 | Transmission | 27,500 | 3 | 3 | |
| 2015 | 74 | 30 | Electrical | 60,000 | 4 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 29 | 104 | Transmission | 41,000 | 4 | 6 | Avoid |
| 2013 | 13 | 161 | Engine | 34,750 | 6 | 9 | Avoid |
Recalls 11
Cadillac Ats warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Cadillac Ats
What years of the Cadillac Ats should you avoid?
2013 and 2014. Each has more than twice the Cadillac Ats's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2013 alone has 161, mostly about engine and transmission.
What is the best year for a used Cadillac Ats?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Cadillac Ats?
Transmission, with 103 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (76) and engine (74).
How many recalls does the Cadillac Ats have?
11 recalls between 2013 and 2019. The 2013 model year has the most, with 6.
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