How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Cadillac ATS?

NHTSA lists 25 steering complaints for the 2013 ATS, which is 16% of the 160 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Cadillac ATS steering problem?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this steering issue.

At what mileage do steering problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2013 ATS is 14,000 miles.

Did the steering issue cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries linked to these steering complaints.

How does the 2013 ATS compare to other ATS years for steering complaints?

The 2013 ATS had 25 steering complaints (16% share), higher in raw count than every later year listed, though the 2017 ATS had a higher share at 38% with 12 complaints.

2013 Cadillac ATS Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 25 steering complaints for the 2013 Cadillac ATS, 16% of the year's 160 total complaints. Owners typically reported sudden power steering failure with a "service power steering" warning, at a median 14,000 miles. No related recall is listed for this issue, and no crashes, fires, or injuries were reported.

Steering complaints: 25; 16% of 160
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 14,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Power steering intermittently cuts out with a dash message reading "service power steering, drive with care," sometimes recurring several times within a few miles.
After the engine stalls or is turned off and restarted, power steering (and in some cases power brakes) temporarily stop working before returning to normal.
Some owners describe the steering wheel feeling sluggish or over-responsive mid-turn just before the warning light appears.
One owner reported the steering wheel turning freely with no resistance when the vehicle is off, then normal steering returning once the vehicle is running.
A dealer diagnosis in one case pointed to a steering wheel torque sensor fault code, though the connector and software were both found to be in working order.
In one instance the power steering warning appeared while driving in wet conditions, with the wheel alternating between locking up and failing to auto-center.

When 2013 Cadillac ATS steering complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 28, 2012, latest Aug 18, 2025.

25 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2012 to Aug 2025; peak Aug 2013 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2013 Cadillac ATS

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by ATS model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201325 (16%)
201410 (10%)
20156 (21%)
20164 (13%)
201712 (38%)
20183 (14%)
20191 (50%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Cadillac ATS?: NHTSA lists 25 steering complaints for the 2013 ATS, which is 16% of the 160 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Cadillac ATS steering problem?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this steering issue.
At what mileage do steering problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2013 ATS is 14,000 miles.
Did the steering issue cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries linked to these steering complaints.
How does the 2013 ATS compare to other ATS years for steering complaints?: The 2013 ATS had 25 steering complaints (16% share), higher in raw count than every later year listed, though the 2017 ATS had a higher share at 38% with 12 complaints.