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Expensive Cadillac ATS repairs by problem area

Engine (50%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (38%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Cadillac ATS repair cost distribution

$2500+ (40%)

$1000 - $2499 (60%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Cadillac ATS 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 464hp 3.6L V6 6-speed manual RWD

34000 mi

US $1350
Radiator fan replaced due to overheating at rest. Fan was found to be intermittent at higher temps. 

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2015 Cadillac ATS 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 272hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

128960 mi

C $5600
Had to replace torque converter,  replaced rear main seal (was leaking)  and replaced rear end as bearing went where driveshaft enters rear end. All known Cadillac ATS issues. 

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2013 Cadillac ATS

Engine not specified

45000 mi

US $1500
Radiator replacement (leaking) 

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2013 Cadillac ATS 4dr Sedan

321-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

136400 mi

C $2600
Leaking transmission cooler line was replaced. Item was not in stock anywhere in Canada/USA, there are 5 different cooler lines depending on model and Rwd/Awd. Temporary fix had to be made. CUE radio/hvac system was unresponsive, both in touch screen and touch panel below. Common fix or replacing screen was non-applicable. Reprogrammed unit firmware but did not fix problem, physical issue. Replacement was done with remanufactured unit from GM authorized facility with warranty at >$1000 expense. 

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2013 Cadillac ATS 4dr Sedan

202-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

64000 mi

US $1100
Replace the radiator due to a cracked seam 

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Cadillac ATS Expensive Problems

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