2014 Cadillac ATS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ATS years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 104 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Cadillac ATS. That ranks 2nd out of 7 ATS model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (30 complaints, 29%), typically at around 52,500 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 2 fires, 10 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 104owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 Cadillac ATS problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 30 | 29% | 52,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 23 | 22% | 49,025 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 18 | 17% | 54,189 | — | — |
| Engine | 14 | 13% | 13,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 10 | 10% | 8,175 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 7 | 7% | 7,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 5 | 5% | 3,200 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 5% | 58,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 5 | 5% | 8,750 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 3% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 3% | 86,600 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 3% | 16,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 2% | 112,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2% | 29,250 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2% | 61,100 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 2% | 16,331 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2% | 19,250 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 2% | 11,806 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1% | 2,662 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | 1,020 | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1% | 7,863 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Cadillac ATS recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system
Problem: 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.
Risk: If the coil antenna generates excessive heat, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly
Problem: 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."
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Seats
Problem: 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.
Risk: A seat that does not stay secured increases the risk of occupant injury in a vehicle crash.
Fix: 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.
Power train:automatic transmission
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
In August 2026, at approximately 99,639 miles, my 2014 Cadillac ATS was taken to an authorized Cadillac dealership for service. During the inspection, the dealership discovered and diagnosed a leaking right rear axle shaft seal. I was not aware of the leak beforehand and did not receive a warning…
My 2014 Cadillac ATS experienced a transmission shift cable/linkage failure. After driving normally, I pulled into my garage and moved the shifter to Park. The physical shifter was in Park, but the instrument cluster continued to indicate Drive (D). The vehicle would not recognize Park, the shifter…
service rear view camera message on randomly and then the camera goes blank. Independent service center diagnostic scan reported: FAULT B127B Rearview camera input signal circuit missing reference (Symptom 2B) - History DTC.
Vehicle transmission shift cable failed. This part is considered recalled, but GM is refusing to fix.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Cadillac ATS. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase of the vehicle. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 83,000. It was later discovered that the mileage on the Title was 128,555.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Cadillac ATS?
Owners most often report power train, unknown or other, electrical system problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 30 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Cadillac ATS?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 Cadillac ATS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ATS model years, the 2014 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.