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2013 Cadillac Ats

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

10

9 current

Combined

10.2L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,162

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2020291 · manufacturer campaign N202301950

25 June 2020

Transport Canada lists: Ats 2013–2016 · CTS 2014–2016 · Camaro 2016–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the bolts that attach the electric power steering assist motor to the steering gear may corrode and break. This could cause a loss of power steering assist.

Why it matters

A loss of power steering assist may result in a sudden increase in steering effort, especially at low vehicle speeds. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the bolts that attach the electric power steering motor and apply a protective wax coating. If the bolts cannot be removed due to corrosion, the steering gear will be replaced.

3,715 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2018463 · manufacturer campaign 18285

30 August 2018

Transport Canada lists: Ats 2013–2016 · CTS 2014–2016 · Camaro 2016–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles originally sold or currently registered in areas of heavy road salt usage during winter months (Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador), the bolts that attach the electric power steering assist motor to the steering gear housing may corrode and break. This could cause a loss of power steering assist. The resulting increase in steering effort could create the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the mounting bolts and apply a corrosion protection coating to the gear housing and bolts. If the bolts bolt cannot be removed, a replacement steering gear will be installed.

1,851 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2015390 · manufacturer campaign 15299

3 September 2015

Transport Canada lists: Ats 2013–2016

What is wrong

On certain 4-door sedans, the coil antenna module located in the driver side rear pillar, which powers the rear defogger system, could generate significant temperatures if the module is subjected to excessive cycling or continuous operation. This could result in a fire developing inside the rear pillar on the driver’s side of the vehicle, which could cause injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will update the Electronic Climate Control (ECC) module software to remove the automatic rear defogger “on” function that occurs as a result of manual or remote start of the vehicle. 2013 models also have a “continuous on” feature (enabled at highway speeds in low temperatures) that will also be disabled. Note: The base functionality of the rear defogger will not be lost.

10,381 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2015322 · manufacturer campaign 15568

21 July 2015

Transport Canada lists: Ats 2013–2016

What is wrong

Certain vehicles equipped with power-operated sunroof system may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 118 - Power-Operated Window, Partition and Roof Panel Systems. The roof panels could close automatically when the non-recessed portion of the “Slide” or “Tilt” switches are pressed and the roof panel is open, which is contrary to the standard. The switch could be more susceptible to an inadvertent actuation, which could result in unintended auto-closure of the roof panel, increasing the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the roof console accessory switch trim plate. Note: This recall supersedes recall 2015-075. Vehicles having been serviced as part of the previous recall will require re-inspection and repair.

7,922 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2015075 · manufacturer campaign 15119

19 February 2015

Transport Canada lists: Ats 2013–2015

What is wrong

Certain vehicles equipped with power-operated sunroof system may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 118 - Power-Operated Window, Partition and Roof Panel Systems. The roof panels could close automatically when the non-recessed portion of the “Slide” or “Tilt” switches are pressed and the roof panel is open, which is contrary to the standard. The switch could be more susceptible to an inadvertent actuation, which could result in unintended auto-closure of the roof panel, increasing the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the roof console accessory switch trim plate.

6,431 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2014343 · manufacturer campaign 14171

11 August 2014

Transport Canada lists: Encore 2013 · Ats 2013 · Trax 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the front outboard driver and passenger seatbelt pretensioners may not function as designed in the event of a crash. The pretensioners could retract upon deployment but fail to lock in the retracted position, allowing the seat belt to return to the original position. This could increase the risk of injury in a crash that warrants seatbelt pretensioner deployment.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace affected pretensioners.

6,387 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2014315 · manufacturer campaign 14340

29 July 2014

Transport Canada lists: Encore 2013–2014 · Ats 2013–2014 · CTS 2014 · Silverado 2014 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the hook bracket assembly for either front seat may have been manufactured with an incomplete weld. If the weld is incomplete and the assembly is exposed to a high load condition, the hook may separate from the seat track. This could increase the risk of occupant injury during a crash.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the weld, and if necessary, replace the lower seat track.

11,430 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2014239 · manufacturer campaign 14179

19 June 2014

Transport Canada lists: Ats 2013–2014 · CTS 2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, the shift cable may not be fully seated on the shifter and/or transmission bracket. If the cable were to detach, the driver may not be able to select a different gear position, or place the transmission in the PARK position. If the driver cannot place the vehicle in the PARK position and exits the vehicle without applying the parking brake, the vehicle could roll away, which could result in a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and ensure the cable is fully seated at the transmission and at the shifter bracket.

6,135 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2013356 · manufacturer campaign 13158

16 October 2013

Transport Canada lists: Ats 2013 · XTS 2013 · Impala 2014 · Sonic 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the brake lamps could flash intermittently without the brake pedal being depressed. This would convey a confusing message to following road users who, in turn, may not react in a timely manner when the driver does apply the brakes. As such, this could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module. Note: This recall supersedes 2013-176.

1,140 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr
1 replaced by later campaigns

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2013176 · manufacturer campaign 13158

24 May 2013

Replaced: This recall has been replaced by a later campaign. Check the newer one — the repair may have changed.

Transport Canada lists: Ats 2013 · XTS 2013 · Impala 2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the brake lamps could flash intermittently without the brake pedal being depressed. This would convey a confusing message to following road users who, in turn, may not react in a timely manner when the driver does apply the brakes. As such, this could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module.

118 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSuperseded

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Compact
In its class
More efficient than 31% of 177 2013 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
235 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2013 Cadillac Ats have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 10 recalls on record for the 2013 Cadillac Ats, of which 9 are current and 1 has been replaced by later campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2013 Cadillac Ats get?
NRCan rates the 2013 Cadillac Ats at 10.2 L/100 km combined, emitting 235 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 8 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2013 Cadillac Ats for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,162 in fuel, producing roughly 4,712 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.