Every 2015 Cadillac ATS recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Air Bags · NHTSA 26V329000
May 21, 2026Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the front-driver air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 19, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555870. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026.
Full recall details for 26V329000 →Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 15V358000
Sep 6, 2015Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals and Linkages
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Cadillac ATS and CTS vehicles. The affected vehicles have a bracket between the brake pedal assembly and the rod that actuates the brakes that may fracture during normal brake pedal operation.
- Risk
- If the bracket fractures, the driver would not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace any affected bracket, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15352.
Full recall details for 15V358000 →Visibility · NHTSA 15V463000
Jul 24, 2015Visibility:Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- Because the switch is not recessed, the roof panel switch may inadvertently be pressed resulting in unintended auto-closure of the roof panel, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the roof console accessory switch trim plate, free of charge. The recall began on August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15568. Note this recall supersedes 15V-106.
Full recall details for 15V463000 →Visibility · NHTSA 15V558000
Mar 9, 2015Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- If the coil antenna generates excessive heat, there is an increased risk of a fire.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the Electronic Climate Control module to remove the automatic rear defogger "on" function, free of charge. The recall began on October 16, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15299.
Full recall details for 15V558000 →
2015 Cadillac ATS complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Cadillac ATS, reporting 1 crashes, 1 injuries. Cadillac has issued at least 1,776 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Electrical System6
- Steering6
- Power Train5
- Exterior Lighting4
- Unknown Or Other4
- Air Bags3
Service bulletins by component
- Equipment (825)
- Electrical System (458)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (252)
- Engine (206)
- Power Train (177)
- Unknown Or Other (130)
Read Cadillac ATS owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Cadillac ATS. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedCrash
“FIRST IN LINE WHILE STOPPED AT A LEFT-TURN LIGHT ON A CITY STREET. LIGHT TURNED GREEN, BEGAN TO ACCELERATE. MID-WAY THROUGH THE TURN, HEARD A "POP", LOST STEERING CONTROL, AND THE REAR END SPUN CAR INTO THE CURB. KEEP IN MIND THIS IS A 4-WHEEL-DRIVE CAR.”
2015 CADILLAC ATSOct 8, 2015
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10780932
“The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac ATS. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V329000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An unknown dealer was contacted.”
2015 CADILLAC ATSJul 21, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11751834
“Fuel and/or combustion problem leading to excessive emissions at unpredictable times. I mean so much smoke suddenly comes out that the driver behind can't see, and it seems the car may be on fire.”
2015 CADILLAC ATSApr 24, 2026 · MI
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11733655
“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.”
2015 CADILLAC ATSFeb 6, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11716084
“The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac ATS equipped with Firestone Tires, Tire Line: Fire Hawk A5V2, Tire Size: 225/45/R18, DOT Number: 17X4F9J46. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH in rain, the vehicle hydroplaned. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted.”
2015 CADILLAC ATSSep 23, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11689082
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