2014 Cadillac Ats Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Cadillac Ats.

20132015
Complaints
140
Crashes
11
Fires
2
Injuries
19
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2014 Cadillac Ats Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#127 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:66,796 mi
Crash-related:1
#216 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:41,457 mi
#314 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:25,178 mi
Fires:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Cadillac Ats.

Transmission / Drivetrain
27
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
66,796
Electrical Faults
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
41,457
Engine Problems
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
25,178
Steering Defects
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
33,868
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
14,833
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
3,285
Wipers & Visibility
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
56,000
Wheel Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
7,925
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Camera System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Electrical:Infotainment:Video (Touch)Screen/Monitor/Unit
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Trunk Lid
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 Cadillac Ats

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~374,567 vehicles.

15V558000Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac System
~96,145 affected

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.

15V463000Sunroof/Moonroof
~63,665 affected

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."

14V446000Seats
~124,007 affected

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.

14V338000Automatic Transmission
~90,750 affected

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.

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2014 Cadillac Ats — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 Cadillac Ats reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2014 Cadillac Ats has 140 NHTSA complaints, 11 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 27 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Cadillac Ats?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (27 complaints, avg 66,796 mi); Electrical Faults (16 complaints, avg 41,457 mi); Engine Problems (14 complaints, avg 25,178 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Cadillac Ats?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 40,425 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2014 Cadillac Ats?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Cadillac Ats include 11 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 19 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2014 Cadillac Ats have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 374,567 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 Cadillac Ats?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Cadillac Ats reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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