2016 Cadillac Ats vs 2018 Cadillac Ats
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Cadillac Ats | 2018 Cadillac Ats |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 32 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,537 | 1,054 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–26 | 22–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Ats | Cadillac Ats |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 10 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2 |
| Steering | 4 | 3 |
| Wheels | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.