The rear defroster in your ATS sedan is controlled by a small coil that helps the system work. In some 2013-2016 models, this coil can get too hot if it's used too much or is stuck in an 'on' position.
Risk if Unfixed
If the coil overheats, it could cause a fire, which could damage your vehicle and put you at risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your Cadillac dealer will update your car's climate control system to prevent the defroster from running continuously, and they'll do it for free.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS sedan vehicles manufactured April 23, 2012, to September 2, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the coil antenna module that powers the rear defogger system may generate excessive heat due to excessive cycling or continuous operation.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the coil antenna generates excessive heat, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the Electronic Climate Control module to remove the automatic rear defogger "on" function, free of charge. The recall began on October 16, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15299.
The sun/moon roof assembly in your Cadillac ATS is the part that opens and closes the roof. In some 2013-2016 models, the switch that controls it might be too easy to press by accident, causing the roof to shut unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the roof closes while someone's head is outside the vehicle, it could hit their head, causing injury. You could also be startled and lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to an accident.
Free Fix
Your Cadillac dealer will replace the switch plate to make it harder to accidentally press, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible, once you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS vehicles manufactured April 25, 2012, to June 25, 2015. The affected vehicles may experience the roof panel closing automatically when the non-recessed switches are pressed and the roof panel is open. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Because the switch is not recessed, the roof panel switch may inadvertently be pressed resulting in unintended auto-closure of the roof panel, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the roof console accessory switch trim plate, free of charge. The recall began on August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15568. Note this recall supersedes 15V-106.