repaired · 2017 Q1
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system
Risk. If the coil antenna generates excessive heat, there is an increased risk of a fire.
2014 Cadillac ATSProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 104 owner complaints about the 2014 Cadillac ATS, most often about the power train. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-446 the manufacturer reports only 95% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 24, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Ank Kumar, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Cadillac ATS has problems
104 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
30Power train2 crash/fire/injury
18Electrical system
14Engine2 crash/fire/injury
10Steering
7Air bags
5Visibility/wiper
5Wheels
5Suspension
3Tires
2313 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 30 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 18 | 0 |
| Engine | 14 | 2 |
| Steering | 10 | 0 |
| Air bags | 7 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 0 |
| Wheels | 5 | 1 |
| Suspension | 5 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 1 |
| 13 other systems | 23 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2014 Cadillac ATS recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
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…
repaired · 2015 Q4
Seats
Risk. A seat that does not stay secured increases the risk of occupant injury in a vehicle crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Power train: automatic 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…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Cadillac.
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other ATS year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the ATS median. How we score
'13'14'15'16'17'18'19
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2014 Cadillac ATS safety ratings
2014 Cadillac ATS 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (10.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What ATS owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
I was driving the car and trying to put the car in park at the stop light. The car shifter moved, but the shifter wasn't going into any other gear. The shifter moves forward and back, but nothing happens. I almost got in an accident and my dad had to help me park the car. I saw this is a past…
Own a 2014 ATS?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.