Air bags: inflator module
Remedy pending
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
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2015 Cadillac ATSRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 30 owner complaints for the 2015 Cadillac ATS. Most complaints involve steering (6) and electrical system (6). The EPA rates it 21–25 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
21–25mpg
EPA · 6 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
4campaigns
Latest May 2026
Owner complaints
30
Top: steering
Fuel cost / yr
$2,500est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
4 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN
Visibility: defroster
Free remedy
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.
Visibility: sun
Free remedy
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."
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
30 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2015 – Oct 2026
- Steering6
- Electrical system6
- Power train5
- Exterior lighting4
- Air bags3
- Fuel/propulsion system2
- Tires2
- Suspension2
- Service brakes2
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Steering
6 reports1 crash
“I bought my car from a dealership. Owned it for 2yrs 2mo. 107k miles First issue came up after 3-4 months. Faulty power steering. Took it to service at a dealership they said I would need my wire harness assembly replaced as well as a steering gear. Problem still persists. Also one of the mechanics there showed me that the previous owner glued harness connector components together which is why I started seeing issues that weren't there before. Now today three new warning/service lights: abs, brake warning and traction control lights. I think it is the battery but I haven't tested it. Someone online with the same issue said he had to replace the electronic brake control module. So this issue has not been diagnosed. As a result of the traction control malfunctioning suddenly I spun out on the highway in slippery conditions but did not collide with anything. Both issues are available for inspection. More information can be found on the quote in the attatchment.”
Electrical system
6 reports
“The CUE SYSTEM not totally working, and panel plastic is all spider web looking. I view this as a very bad problem( it won’t go to settings), no radio, can’t set the clock Not sure on all the problems as I can’t get to it to find out.”
Power train
5 reports1 crash
“My rear differential completely stopped on the freeway, not moving and saying over 100 mph and my car was barely rolling I am extremely lucky that I did not get rear ended because I was very close to that happening, a few cars had swerved to not crash. Luckily I was able to push my car to the exit and get off of the freeway to wait for the flatbed to pick me up. It is available to be inspected it’s just parked until I can get it fixed, the part is $1800 and I have not been able to afford it. I had a mechanic come and look at it and I was told what part it is. There was absolutely no warning lights for this issue.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
6 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 3.6L 6-cyl
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S6) · Manual 6-spd
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATS Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 32 | 25 | $2,500 | 356 |
| ATS Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,600 | 369 |
| ATS Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 29 | 23 | $2,700 | 389 |
| ATS AWD Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,700 | 386 |
| ATS Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 27 | 22 | $2,850 | 412 |
| ATS AWD Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | $2,950 | 419 |
- 25mpg comb.
- 24mpg comb.
- 23mpg comb.
- 23mpg comb.
- 22mpg comb.
- 21mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Cadillac ATS 4 DR RWD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 5 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 10.1%
Overall
5 / 5
Cadillac ATS 4 DR AWD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 5 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 10.1%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2015 ATS questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Cadillac ATS have?
4 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
What are the most common 2015 Cadillac ATS problems?
Owners filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are steering (6), electrical system (6), power train (5). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2015 Cadillac ATS get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Cadillac ATS at 21–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).
How safe is the 2015 Cadillac ATS?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2015 Cadillac ATS 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026