repaired · 2026 Q3
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 Cadillac ATSProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 22 owner complaints about the 2018 Cadillac ATS, most often about the power train. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-175 the manufacturer reports only 46% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 8, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Cadillac ATS has problems
22 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Power train
3Electrical system
3Steering
2Exterior lighting
2Fuel/propulsion system
2Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
1Engine
1Structure
1Suspension
22 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| 2 other systems | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2018 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 · 2019 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
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
2018 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
2018 Cadillac ATS safety ratings
2018 Cadillac ATS 2DR RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- 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.
The vehicle has suffered a severe mechanical failure of the rear differential assembly, rendering it completely undrivable. This mechanical failure is a direct result of a known manufacturer defect documented in General Motors Technical Service Bulletin PIP5898/PIP5898B, regarding misoriented…
Rear differential. This part will be available after removal. This put me at risk of potentially locking up while driving. According to the dealership, Faulkner Cadillac, "found rear differential bearings damaged, causing noise in the rear end. The Rear Differential will need replaced." There were…
The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal growling sound coming from the vehicle. The contact looked underneath the vehicle, checked the tires, and checked the inside of the vehicle but found no failure. The contact continued…
Own a 2018 ATS?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.