2018 Cadillac ATS-V recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Cadillac ATS-V; the most frequently affected component is steering — electric power assist system. Owners filed 21 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 4 model years of this model in the database, 2018 ranks #3 for number of recalls.

Recalls2

Complaints21

Crashes reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Steering — Electric power assist systemCampaign 25V175000 · 20 Mar 2025

Problem: 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.

Fuel system, gasoline — Fuel pumpCampaign 18V358000 · 31 May 2018

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.

Risk: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.

What owners complain about

Share of the 21 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Power train6 · 29%

Electrical system3 · 14%

Steering3 · 14%

Fuel/propulsion system2 · 10%

Air bags2 · 10%

Unknown or other2 · 10%

Exterior lighting2 · 10%

Tires1 · 5%

When complaints were filed

20182

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20254

20261

From owner complaints

The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and the mechanic determined that the F-module, Part Number: 86815664, used to control the engine Auto START/STOP, needed to be…
Electrical system · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal growling sound coming from the vehicle. The contact looked underneath the vehicle, checked the tires, and checked the inside of the vehicle but found no failure. The contact continued to drive the…
Power train · Nov 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

This is the 3rd tire now that I am going to have to replace. PEPE Cadillac replaced the 1st one on 4/21/20 and another one on 6/30/21 and now another one any day. It seems like the tires start bulging off the rim and as per the dealership they are unsafe to drive and need to be replaced. It cost me $276.51 and $274.49…
Tires · Nov 2021 · NHTSA complaint record

No power steering cluster warning says service power steering drive with care
Steering · Mar 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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