Is the 2017 Cadillac ATS a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2017 Cadillac ATS ranks #5 of 7 among ATS model years (Complaint Index 33/100, verdict: Good). It has 32 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Cadillac ATS?

The most reported problem areas are steering (12 complaints), electrical system (7 complaints), and transmission & powertrain (5 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 27,700 miles.

Does the 2017 Cadillac ATS have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2017 Cadillac ATS, most recently reported 2025, covering steering.

What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Cadillac ATS?

EPA rates the 2017 Cadillac ATS at 24.5 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,075. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2017 Cadillac ATS Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Good

Complaint Index

33/100

#5 most-complained of 7 ATS years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2017 Cadillac ATS has 32 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 33 out of 100 — #5 highest of 7 ATS model years (verdict: Good). The most reported problem area is steering (12 complaints, 38% of the total). Complaints report 1 crash.

Complaints: 32
Recalls: 2
Crashes / fires: 1 / 0
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating: 5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG: 24.5; 21 city / 30 hwy

2017 Cadillac ATS recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

NHTSA 25V175000Mar 20, 2025Steering934 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2025. Owners may contact Cadilac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252497020.
NHTSA 19V086000Feb 7, 2019Steering26,772 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
Risk: Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. GM' number for this recall is N182182760.

2017 Cadillac ATS fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 21 MPG
Highway: 30 MPG
Combined: 24.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,075; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Premium
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2017 compared with other ATS years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2015	Caution	50	29	4	23
2016	Caution	67	32	3	24.5
2017	Good	33	32	2	24.5
2018	Best	17	21	2	24
2019	No verdict	0	2	0	23.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2017 Cadillac ATS a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2017 Cadillac ATS ranks #5 of 7 among ATS model years (Complaint Index 33/100, verdict: Good). It has 32 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Cadillac ATS?: The most reported problem areas are steering (12 complaints), electrical system (7 complaints), and transmission & powertrain (5 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 27,700 miles.
Does the 2017 Cadillac ATS have any recalls?: Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2017 Cadillac ATS, most recently reported 2025, covering steering.
What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Cadillac ATS?: EPA rates the 2017 Cadillac ATS at 24.5 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,075. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.