2016 Cadillac ATS-V recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2016 Cadillac ATS-V, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

0 / 1

Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2016 Cadillac ATS-V vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Cadillac ATS-V problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	1
Electrical System	1
Seats	1
Engine	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 25,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Cadillac ATS-V complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 70,250 miles · reported May 2, 2019

While driving on the freeway the engine lost power and I had to pull over to avoid a possible accident. Got a flashing check engine light and stablitrack light came on. Took it to the dealer they got p0300 code. Had to replace the piston and rings. Only 70250 miles and GM would not completely cover the cost of the repairs, I had to pay $1000.

Electrical System · at 24,000 miles · reported Dec 25, 2018

On saturday december 22nd I was going to a car meet. On my way to the meet I was having some electrical issues with my car. The radio and my seats were acting weird. The radio would turn up and down by itself and the heated seats would turn on and off. I got to the meet and everything was fine. On my way home I was driving on the freeway and the car was doing the same thing and about a few miles from my house I started to smell electrical burning. I was pulling over when smoke started billowing from under the passenger seat. When I got to the side of the road there where flames shooting from…

Power Train · at 25,000 miles · reported Oct 24, 2018

While driving vehicle slowly or in stop and go traffic, the transmission shifts very rough between the lower gears on upshifts and downshifts and will hold a gear hanging while trying to brake or accelerate and cause the vehicle to rapidly lunge forward and cause a potential accident as it becomes hard to apply more pressure to the brakes suddenly

Other Cadillac ATS-V years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Cadillac ATS-V have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2016 Cadillac ATS-V as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Cadillac ATS-V?

Owners report power train problems most often (1 reports), followed by electrical system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 25,000 miles.

Are Cadillac recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cadillac dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.