Dodge Dart Complaints

2,535 consumer complaints on file.

#11699150November 13, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
The electrical has a parasitic drain and it puts so much strain on the car that it will shut down on highways and in idle surging and it has no error codes popping up at all it originally started happening July 12th 2016 but a lot of these 2015 dodge darts are having these issues and having shut downs in the middle of intersections-highways and so on that this needs to be urgently recalled I desperately need help with this i take care of my disabled mother by myself and this has been a issue with this car for a while and well documented at the dealership with no help or recourse
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11699070November 12, 2025
POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The transmission shift cable detached from the transmission, causing the gear shifter to move freely without actually changing gears. When this happened, the vehicle could not be shifted into Park or Drive and became unsafe to operate. This created a serious safety risk because the car could roll or move unexpectedly even when the shifter was in Park. The vehicle is affected by Recall A0C / NHTSA 25V-674 for this exact issue. The failure has not yet been repaired because local dealers have been unresponsive. The problem can be reproduced by simply moving the shifter, as the cable will disconnect again. No warning lights appeared before the failure. The issue was visually confirmed by observing the detached cable under the hood.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698462November 9, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Radio doesn't always turn on, the vehicle doesn't always go into park, the key switch doesn't always go into the lock position and stays in ACC mode.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11697921November 6, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN
This complaint is in regard to the most recent recall on Dodge Darts, the transmission shifter cable detachment. I was in the process of parking my car on an incline. All was normal. I had been out running errands, driving, and shifting for a few hours. The gear shift felt disconnected from anything; there was no effort required to move it back and forth in the shift. The car was not recognizing any movement I was making with the gear shift, and would not lock into place for any gear. I had to hold my foot on the brake even while "shifted" into park; otherwise, I would drift backwards into the car behind me, and potentially into a ditch/creek. I had to call for help to stabilize my car, with bricks behind the tires and a 25-pound weight left on the brake so I could exit the vehicle. We had to lift and open the gear shift to the compartment underneath and manually shift the car into park. During this, we unfortunately broke something under the gear shift. This happened on a Sunday evening (July 20), so no repair person was available to help me. Chrysler refused to offer any assistance or information about the last recall of this issue, and advised me to call the dealership that did the repair (they would not tell me which one I went to, just that it was marked complete in 2019). I know I went to a Shorkey location, but not which. I called three Jim Shorkey Dodge locations in Pittsburgh, and they all refused responsibility. I was told to call Chrysler again. I did not, because why would I? A local mechanic was able to acquire the part from Dodge to "fix" the issue. However, he had to override the safety mechanism that causes the car to recognize what gear the car is in before it can turn off. So now I have to drive around, hoping I don't accidentally press the power button and shut off my car on the road. The car was inspected by a representative from Progressive. They determined a mechanical failure and denied my claim for coverage. This is BS.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11694902October 22, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The vehicle’s gear shifter intermittently locks in the Park position, preventing the key fob from being removed from the ignition. When this occurs, the shifter must be manually wiggled back and forth to release the key. This malfunction poses a potential safety risk, as the driver may be delayed in exiting or securing the vehicle in certain situations. The issue occurs intermittently and has not yet been inspected by a dealer or service center. No warning lights or messages appeared prior to the malfunction.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11694683October 21, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
UNKNOWN. When trying to switch gears from reverse to drive, the gear got stuck in neutral. My gear shift is able to move when pressing on the brake as it is intended to do. However, the actual gear does not change and on the dashboard and the light display from the gear shift still shows "N" for neutral. My brake lights are still working and the solenoid still clicks when pressing on brake. I was able to shift gears manually from underneath the hood. I did a complete complete reset and still the gears do not change. My e-brake is on and the car has not moved due to not being able to shift gears. This has never happened before and there have been no problems with my steering wheel, brakes or gear shift before. There were/are no warning messages or displays. Even though, there is a recall, dealerships have told me that there is nothing wrong with my car and there are no recalls at all. I am currently looking for a mobile mechanic since my car is unable to move. My car has not been seen yet.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11694786October 21, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My shifter cable snapped while driving home from work. Found out about the recall trying to get it fixed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11694375October 19, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
I am the original owner of this vehicle and have used this vehicle as my primary vehicle that has been well maintained in excellent mechanical condition with no accidents. The issue is the continuous flexing of the wire harness routed from the truck to body opening which continues to wiring shorts and breakage resulting in failure of the rear back up lamps, rear taillamp lighting and back up camera operation. Failure of these critical safety related items provide increased risk of personnel injury and property due to loss of rear visibility to the vehicle operator along with disabling the back up light signature to warn surrounding vehicle traffic of intended backup maneuvering leading to personnel injury and vehicle collision. A caution signal of backup lamp outage appears on the instrument panel along with continued outage and flicking of the rear camera function. This wire harness has been repaired at the Chrysler Dodge dealership multiple times via a deductible warranty charged to vehicle owner, never resolving the failure from once again reoccurring. Recently the rear camera and backup lamps have again failed which the Chrysler dealership has identified as being within the previously repaired wire harness. Due to the multiple times the dealership has attempted to make repairs, the dealership service records now state the wiring failures can no longer be repaired due to the poor harness condition. These aforementioned safety lighting /rear lighting devices are no longer functioning and vehicle service being denied. Repairs to this wire harness have only been made at the Chrysler dealership. This wire harness is a well known problem area to owners and a "nuisance problem" to vehicle repair technicians. A more robust harness design and routing engineered to account for wire harness flexing to account for typical trunk open/closing to maintain the expected integrity and operation of these safety items.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11694405October 19, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
On 9/25/2025, I was on my way home from the grocery store, stopped off in a different section of my condo complex to check the mail. I attempted to place the car in park. The handle moved forward but the gears did not shift. I still had my foot on the brakes and put on my the emergency brakes on. I contacted AAA, paid the $100 so AAA could tow the car in front of my property. It was still very hot outside and I did not want the food I just brought to spoil so I took most of the perishable food that I could carry to my home. Once I put all the food away in the fridge the Porter knocked on my door telling me that I could not leave my car near the mailboxes. I let him know I had already contacted AAA and was waiting for them to arrive. Well the porter immediately had my car towed before AAA could get there. My car was towed and is still in the tow company’s possession.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11694429October 19, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My car keeps shutting down, battery dieing, lose parts , brake caliber come off completely. Gas gone right after putting gas in the car . I have taking it to dealership were I purchased the car Eddie said it would be fixed and it's been one year now. Northgate Ford on colerain Ave Cincinnati ohio where I purchased it They have been tracking me threw GPS system shutting down my car when they want . Over Google and apple they have been breaking into my car taking and switching out all paperwork
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11693748October 16, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I was at a intersection when the incident occurred. I was unable to shift it into gear. I was able to roll it into the gas station at the intersection. Bushing on tension rod disintegrated. Causing the transmission to be stuck in neutral.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11693550October 15, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My car had a recall which was repaired with a previous owner in 2020 an the defeat is still active an the dealership is refusing to honor the service due to it being done I am currently homeless an currently rely on my car for basic transportation my car is stuck in reverse the key is stuck in the ignition an the power is draining in my batters causing more issues due to the issues related to the call that was repaired an now refract is still active
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11693609October 15, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Shifting shaft linkage shaft bushing shaft stuck in park won’t shift anymore shaft moves but won’t come out of park
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11692886October 12, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
Hello my car has so many safety and risks the engine electric and transmission very dangerous please help
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11691767October 7, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Shifter cable was replaced for recall in February of 2025 and it’s messed up again..
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11691723October 6, 2025
STEERING
I have less than 55,000 miles on this vehicle, and my shift linkage bushing has failed, making it so my car is stuck in gear and the shifter inside the vehicle will not work at all. There was a recall in 2019 for this issue, and it seems it hasn’t been satisfactorily remedied and another recall should happen. I purchased the vehicle one year ago (Oct 2024) from a Honda Dealership. This should definitely not be happening with a car less than 10 years old with less than 55,000 miles. It has made my car inoperable. Luckily I was backing into a fuel station spot when this happened, so I was going very slowly. I just was not able to remove my key, start the car, or drive it afterwards.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690575September 30, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
On [XXX], at 5 pm, at [XXX] , the vehicle went into park, but showed as reverse, and the key was unable to be removed, or turn the electrical system off, or place the vehicle in park. I contacted The General Insurance Company Roadside assistance; a tow truck was dispatched. It took several hours, 2-3 hrs. for the driver to arrive. He stated he was familiar with Phillips CJDR, and new exactly where and how to leave the vehicle. I removed all personal effects for safety and security. I contacted Phillips CJDR the next day on [XXX] and requested service, I was told they would contact me. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690334September 29, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I had the recall for the transmission bushing shifter cable fixed at Greenway Dodge. Clearly still a defective piece. It broke again… they’re trying to charge me $850+ to fix it again. I can’t afford that for this car that’s been nothing but a lemon. Why should i have to pay for a repeatedly defective part? It’s wrong.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690140September 28, 2025
POWER TRAIN
MY WIFE RETURNED HOME FROM A SHORT TRIP HERE IN TOWN AND IS UNABLE TO PLACE THE VEHICLE IN PARK. THE SHIFTER INDICATOR IS STUCK IN REVERSE. THIS IS REMINISCENT OF THE ORIGINAL RECALL I BELIEVE IN 2019 REQUIRING A BUSHING ON THE TRANSMISSION CABLE.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11688830September 22, 2025
POWER TRAIN
For the fourth time the gear shift cable has broken making it hard to get vehicle out of the way
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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