How many transmission complaints does the 2013 Cadillac ATS have?

NHTSA lists 45 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 ATS, which is 28% of the 160 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2013 Cadillac ATS?

Yes. Recall 14V338000, reported June 19, 2014, covers a shift cable that may not be properly seated at the transmission on 2013-2014 ATS and 2014 CTS vehicles.

At what mileage do 2013 ATS transmission problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2013 ATS is 20,540 miles.

Did the 2013 ATS transmission issue cause any crashes?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2013 ATS shows 1 crash and 1 injury reported.

Which model years have the most transmission complaints among ATS?

The 2013 ATS has 45 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (28% share), followed by 2014 with 30 complaints (29% share); later years such as 2015-2019 show far fewer, down to 0 in 2019.

2013 Cadillac ATS Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 45 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Cadillac ATS, 28% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 20,540. A related recall (14V338000) covers a shifter cable issue that can let the car move out of park.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 45; 28% of 160
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 20,541 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners with the 6-speed manual report the engine silently stalls when coasting to a stop or when sitting in neutral, with no bucking or warning.
Some drivers say the stall happens right as the clutch is fully depressed, which also cuts power steering assist at low speed.
One owner on the interstate reported the car losing speed and refusing to accelerate before the engine shut off completely, requiring a restart to keep moving.
A separate complaint describes the shifter moving out of drive into park unexpectedly, which is addressed by recall 14V338000 covering the shift cable seating at the transmission.
Owners also mention a banging or racing noise from the transmission when shifting into reverse.

When 2013 Cadillac ATS transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 14, 2013, latest Mar 24, 2025.

45 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2013 to Mar 2025; peak Dec 2013 (4).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2013 Cadillac ATS

NHTSA 14V338000Jun 19, 2014Transmission & Powertrain90,750 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac ATS vehicles manufactured April 23, 2012, to March 20, 2014, and 2014 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured June 10, 2013, to March 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable may detach from either the bracket on the transmission shifter or the bracket on the transmission.
Risk: If the transmission shift cable detaches while the vehicle is being driven, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, despite selecting the 'PARK' position, the transmission may not be in 'PARK.' If the vehicle is not in the 'PARK' position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure the cable is properly seated at the transmission and shifter brackets, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early August 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14179.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by ATS model year

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

201345 (28%)
201430 (29%)
20155 (17%)
201610 (31%)
20175 (16%)
20186 (29%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2013 Cadillac ATS have?: NHTSA lists 45 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 ATS, which is 28% of the 160 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2013 Cadillac ATS?: Yes. Recall 14V338000, reported June 19, 2014, covers a shift cable that may not be properly seated at the transmission on 2013-2014 ATS and 2014 CTS vehicles.
At what mileage do 2013 ATS transmission problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2013 ATS is 20,540 miles.
Did the 2013 ATS transmission issue cause any crashes?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2013 ATS shows 1 crash and 1 injury reported.
Which model years have the most transmission complaints among ATS?: The 2013 ATS has 45 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (28% share), followed by 2014 with 30 complaints (29% share); later years such as 2015-2019 show far fewer, down to 0 in 2019.