Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2014 Cadillac ATS. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Rear Defogger Coil Antenna Module may Overheat
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the coil antenna generates excessive heat, there is an increased risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the Electronic Climate Control module to remove the automatic rear defogger "on" function, free of charge. The recall began on October 16, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15299.
Power Operated Roof Panel/FMVSS 118
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- Because the switch is not recessed, the roof panel switch may inadvertently be pressed resulting in unintended auto-closure of the roof panel, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the roof console accessory switch trim plate, free of charge. The recall began on August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15568. Note this recall supersedes 15V-106.
Front Seats may not Remain Anchored in Vehicle
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A seat that does not stay secured increases the risk of occupant injury in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat hook bracket assembly weld and replace the lower seat track, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14340.
Transmission Shift Cable Detachment/Rollaway Risk
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the transmission shift cable detaches while the vehicle is being driven, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, despite selecting the 'PARK' position, the transmission may not be in 'PARK.' If the vehicle is not in the 'PARK' position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure the cable is properly seated at the transmission and shifter brackets, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early August 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14179.
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Owner complaints (104)
104 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 104 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 30 | 28.8% |
| Unknown or other | 23 | 22.1% |
| Electrical system | 18 | 17.3% |
| Engine | 14 | 13.5% |
| Steering | 10 | 9.6% |
| Air bags | 7 | 6.7% |
| Suspension | 5 | 4.8% |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 4.8% |
| Wheels | 5 | 4.8% |
| Electronic stability control | 3 | 2.9% |
How 2014 compares with other ATS years
Best and worst ATS years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 160 | 6 |
| 2014 | 104 | 4 |
| 2015 | 29 | 4 |
| 2016 | 32 | 3 |
| 2017 | 32 | 2 |
| 2018 | 21 | 2 |
| 2019 | 2 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2014 Cadillac ATS 4 dr awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 26 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,600
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 344 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 26 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 / 32 / 26 | $2,600 | 344 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 24 | $2,800 | 367 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 29 / 23 | $2,900 | 389 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 22 | $3,050 | 412 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,200 | 428 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2014 Cadillac ATS FAQ
How many recalls does the 2014 Cadillac ATS have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 15V558000 (visibility), 15V463000 (visibility), 14V446000 (seat), 14V338000 (power train). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2014 Cadillac ATS problems?
Owners filed 104 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (30), Unknown or other (23), Electrical system (18) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2014 Cadillac ATS get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 22 city, 32 highway and 26 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2014 Cadillac ATS get?
NHTSA rated the 2014 Cadillac ATS 4 dr awd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (10.1% rollover risk).
How does the 2014 ATS compare with other years?
Among the 2013–2019 Cadillac ATS model years at least five years old, the 2019 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 2013 the most (160). The 2014 drew 104. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.