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2017 Cadillac ATS recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2017 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Steering | 2 |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Mar 20, 202525V175000 | Steering: electric power assist systemA loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V175000
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| Feb 7, 201919V086000 | Steering: electric power assist systemLoss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V086000
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Owner complaints by component34
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 13 | 38 |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 21 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 18 |
| Power train | 5 | 15 |
| Engine | 3 | 9 |
| Air bags | 2 | 6 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 6 |
| Wheels | 1 | 3 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3 |
| Structure | 1 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 3 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 3 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names ATS, ATS-V.
Latest reports
- Steering
“My 2017 Cadillac ATS had the Electric Power Steering failed and I found a recall for the same year make and model went to the dealer and they said my vin isn't part of that recall but this vehicle has 49K miles and…”
- Power train
“Transmission fluid temperature sensor in the 8 speed automatic 8L90 transmission from GM is a known issue. Causes vehicle to shift/jerk erratically especially in stop and go traffic.”
- Steering
“Driving home message came up on the dash, saying, power steering problem. Next thing you know, it was extremely hard to turn the wheel left or right.”
Other Cadillac ATS model years
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2017 Cadillac ATS recall questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Cadillac ATS have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Cadillac ATS. The most recent, 25V175000 (reported March 20, 2025), concerns steering. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2017 Cadillac ATS recalls for?
The largest group is steering, with 2 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Cadillac ATS?
Steering is the most-reported component, named in 13 complaints out of 34 filed with NHTSA (38%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2017 Cadillac ATS?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Cadillac recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Cadillac dealer.
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