2013 Cadillac Ats engine problems
48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2013 Cadillac Ats — 30% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Found metal shavings in oil after 13 visits to 3 different dealerships. Engine had to be replaced. Under 100,000 mikes with a service contract”
filed Jun 2, 2025
“The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the engine overheated. The contact stated that the A/c was independently turned off due to engine overheating. The contact was able to pull over safely. The contact stated that the coolant reservoir was empty. The…”
filed Mar 3, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Ats years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Ats | 1 | 5% |
| 2017 Ats | 3 | 9% |
| 2016 Ats | 3 | 9% |
| 2015 Ats | 1 | 3% |
| 2014 Ats | 14 | 14% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Cadillac Ats
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.