Engine: problems reported by owners
526 owners in the United States reported problems with the engine of this car to NHTSA (model years 2012–2016), typically at around 43,000 miles. Reported consequences: 10 crashes, 16 fires, 2 injuries, 2 deaths.
DDodge Dart
2012–2016 · 8 documented defects · 3 markets
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This file gathers the known defects of the Dodge Dart, written and sourced by the community. Anyone can read; a free account lets you contribute. A defect earns the seal once enough reputable contributors have validated it.
Owners often report problems with transmission and drivetrain on this car (1022 complaints), but no one has explained the cause yet. Do you know it?Write it up
Owners often report problems with engine on this car (526 complaints), but no one has explained the cause yet. Do you know it?Write it up
Most serious reported defects
See all (8) →Airbags: problems reported by owners
125 owners in the United States reported problems with the airbags of this car to NHTSA (model years 2012–2016), typically at around 50,000 miles. Reported consequences: 52 crashes, 2 fires, 55 injuries.
Fuel system: problems reported by owners
78 owners in the United States reported problems with the fuel system of this car to NHTSA (model years 2012–2016), typically at around 49,000 miles. Reported consequences: 3 crashes, 3 fires.
Latest official recalls
See all (12) →Power train:Automatic transmission:Lever and linkage:Floor shift
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Dodge Dart vehicles. The shifter cable may detach from the transmission, preventing the vehicle from shifting into the park (P) position and causing a loss of park function.
Label
Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN". Canadian regulations require the information to be listed on the label in both English and French. Safety Risk: This error does not affect vehicle safety. Corrective Actions: This is not a recall. The company has corrected the tire and loading information label for all new vehicles.
Power train:Automatic transmission:Lever and linkage:Floor shift
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Dodge Dart vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the shift cable to detach from the transmission.
Latest service bulletins
See all (253) →Bulletin
FUEL VAPOR CANISTER FILTER EVAP Fuel Filters are to be checked for restriction / blockage on a regular schedule as indicated in the Owner s Manual. If the Filter is restricted or blocked then replace the part. For customers that drive light duty trucks in extreme dusty and dirty road conditions, please reference information only TSB 25-009-24 for an available MOPAR Dual EVAP Filter kit that is customer paid.
Bulletin
Rain Sensor Before replacing the rain sensor during a front windshield replacement inspect the part for part numbers. If you have part numbers; 68507366, 68483780, 68384226 or 68384225, these parts do not utilize a replaceable gel pad, only replace the sensor for a missing or damaged gel pad. For part numbers 68298334, 68298468, 68607452 or 68194700 the gel pad should be replaced during all windshield replacements and can be ordered through MOPAR, complete sensor replacement is not necessary. Contact: FCA Redacted Content for further questions If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
Bulletin
Rain Sensor Before replacing the rain sensor during a front windshield replacement inspect the part for part numbers. If you have part numbers; 68507366, 68483780, 68384226 or 68384225, these parts do not utilize a replaceable gel pad, only replace the sensor for a missing or damaged gel pad. For part numbers 68298334, 68298468, 68607452 or 68194700 the gel pad should be replaced during all windshield replacements and can be ordered through MOPAR, complete sensor replacement is not necessary. Contact: FCA Redacted Content for further questions If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
Sources: NHTSA (United States, public domain), Transport Canada (Open Government Licence – Canada), DVSA (United Kingdom, Open Government Licence v3.0), RappelConso and EU Safety Gate (France, Licence Ouverte 2.0).