2014 Cadillac ATS
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 160 |
| 2014 | 102 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 32 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
26% of complaints: power train — 27 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC ATS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE CONTACT'S MOTHER OPENED THE DRIVER'S DOOR AND THE VEHICLE CAME OUT OF GEAR AND ROLLED BACKWARDS. THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE RAN OVER HER FEET.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180828
17% of complaints: electrical system — 17 distinct reports on file.
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My airbag is defective and other vin numbers on my make and model and year were recalled and mine hasnât and doesnât work. Light still remains on. I have low mileage on my car too. Please do a recall on my airbag for my vin.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231106
14% of complaints: engine — 14 distinct reports on file.
FIRE10% of complaints: steering — 10 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: air bags — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE; DROVE INTO ROUGH MEDIAN GOING AT A DOWNHILL ANGLE. HIT TWO CULVERTS (MADE OF STEEL AND CONCRETE), ONE OF WHICH SENT THE CAR AIRBORNE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180220
My airbag is defective and other vin numbers on my make and model and year were recalled and mine hasnât and doesnât work. Light still remains on. I have low mileage on my car too. Please do a recall on my airbag for my vin.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231106
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
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.
Campaign 14V446000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 14V338000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS vehicles manufactured April 25, 2012, to June 25, 2015.
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.
Campaign 15V463000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS sedan vehicles manufactured April 23, 2012, to September 2, 2015.
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.
Campaign 15V558000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Cadillac ATS — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V446000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V338000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V463000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V558000 (visibility) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2014 Cadillac ATS reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Cadillac ATS?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Cadillac ATS have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.