2013 Cadillac Ats vs 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Cadillac Ats | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 160 | 515 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 2,398 | 1,531 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–26 | 25–44 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,000 mi | 59,811 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Ats | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 45 | 140 |
| Electrical System | 36 | 148 |
| Engine | 48 | 112 |
| Steering | 25 | 37 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 30 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 34 |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 22 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 28 | 57 |
| Vibration / shaking | 19 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 38 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 40 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 14 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 9 |
2013 Cadillac Ats
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.