Dodge Dart Complaints

2,535 consumer complaints on file.

#11734396April 28, 2026
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Following up on RECALL NOTICE. Some 2013-2016MY Dodge Dart vehicles may experience a transmission shift cable failure. A failure of the shift cable to maintain connection to the transmission can cause an unexpected and unrecoverable Loss of PARK (LoP) function and/or a vehicle movement in an unintended direction. Safety Risk A LoP function and/or vehicle movement in an unintended direction can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside the vehicle. No Remedy has been made for this issue. I have been dealing with this issue on my Dart for years.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11733972April 27, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The notice for the Transmission Shift Cable Failure was issued on Oct 09, 2025. This seems to be a high risk that could cause a crash unexpectedly. I would like to issue a complaint per the recall: If the manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner, please contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at: [XXX] or TTY: [XXX] or file an online complaint with NHTSA. Myself and a [XXX] and a [XXX] drive my car. I feel this is unacceptable amount of time to be driving a vehicle with such a high risk recall pending. 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
#11733505April 24, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while attempting to shift to park(P), the gear shifter was stuck and failed to move to the intended gear. The contact engaged the parking brake. The failure recurred while attempting to shift to drive(D) or reverse(R), rendering the vehicle undrivable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent, and the gear shifter would respond as intended after several attempts. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired because the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11733209April 23, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES
In the event of having to panic stop, slamming on the brakes doesn't stop the car. The brake pedal goes all the way to the floor and I have to pump the brake before the car stops. This has happened multiple times with my 2016 dodge dart the last time was 2 months ago. This needs to be a recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11733077April 22, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60-65 MPH, the vehicle intermittently shifted out of gear. The transmission warning light was illuminated. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V542000 (POWER TRAIN). The dealer and the manufacturer were contacted and informed that the vehicle was not associated with the recall and would be the responsibility of the owner to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11732719April 21, 2026
POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle started rolling forward. The contact depressed the brake pedal more forcefully and shifted the gear shifter into park; however, the vehicle continued rolling forward. The contact then activated the parking brake, and the vehicle stopped. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact stated that the failure was a persistent failure. During the most recent failure, the vehicle crashed into the gate at the residence before coming to a complete stop. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11732823April 21, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission gear was inoperative. The contact restarted the vehicle for the vehicle to return to normal operation. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken back to the residence, and a dealer was contacted; however, the dealer stated that the remedy for the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 114,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11732549April 20, 2026
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
During a recent dealership visit for recall work and an oil change, a potential issue was identified involving improper fluid presence. On April 16, 2026, I brought my 2015 Dodge Dart to Ewald Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram for recall work and an oil change. Upon pickup, I immediately noticed a strong burning smell. Service representative Austin told me this was normal due to the recall work performed. On April 17, I began hearing new clinking noises from the engine that were not present before this visit. On April 18, an independent mechanic observed red fluid consistent with automatic transmission fluid rather than normal engine oil. I have photos and video documenting this finding. I returned to the dealership, where a second oil change was performed. I also have video showing dark oil being removed only two days after the first oil change. The dealership denied wrongdoing and stated the vehicle arrived in that condition. No warning lights or similar symptoms existed before the April 16 service visit. All symptoms began immediately afterward. Incorrect or contaminated fluid can cause inadequate lubrication of engine components, overheating, engine damage, or sudden mechanical failure while driving, creating a safety risk to myself and others. The dealership has denied responsibility and refused to provide requested service records. Due to this experience, I no longer trust the dealership to further inspect or repair my vehicle. Should any engine damage arise as a direct result of incorrect fluid used during this service visit, the dealership should be held fully responsible for all repair costs
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11731781April 17, 2026
POWER TRAIN
Transmission is failing recall part is unavailable. I was driving my car and it just stopped. It wouldn’t go forward. It wouldn’t go backwards and it said on my information screen to have my transmission serviced..
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11730569April 11, 2026
POWER TRAIN
I took the vehicle in for recall last year and it would not work within 5 months and I saw a transmission warning something about tcm or tsm. I called the dealership and the mfg and both would not pay for the tow and the car sat in my parking lot over the winter. About 4 weeks ago , I jumped the car battery and placed it into drive and within maybe 5 feet it stopped in the middle of the parking lot and i saw a warning that said something like no gear found or detected. I turned off the car and turned it back on and safely put it into reverse and quickly back into the parking spot otherwise it would have been stuck in the middle of the parking lot . I restarted the car and saw the same no gear found or detected warning message on my dash and when i put the car in drive the car would not move into any gear . The car is completely inoperable and EXTREMELY UNSAFE and this is due to the SECOND recall that has NO CURRENT FIX. When i contacted the mfg about the two recalls last year, they said that the second recall has no fix and nothing they could do. i can not afford a tow and owe payments. I am reporting an unresolved safety recall (NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V-674, Manufacturer Recall Number: A0C) for my [year/make/model]. The recall was issued on October 9, 2025, and remains listed as “remedy not yet available.” My vehicle is now inoperable due to the defect identified in this recall, resulting in a complete loss of use. Despite the severity of this safety issue, the manufacturer has not provided a repair, interim solution, transportation assistance, or a timeline for when a remedy will be available. This represents an unreasonable delay in addressing a known safety defect, and I am being forced to go without a functioning vehicle because of it. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this matter and require the manufacturer to provide an immediate remedy or appropriate consumer relief. PLEASE HELP ME WITH THIS SEVERE ISSUE . I AND MY FAMILY ARE NOT SAFE IN THIS CAR
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11730433April 10, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My car was stuck in drive. It would not shift into park. My father had to use the emergency switch under the hood to put it in park. A local dealership was contacted and parts have been ordered to fix the problem. The car has not been inspected. There were no warnings. I did not receive a recall notice in the mail.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11729939April 8, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11730068April 8, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Recall Number A0C and NHTSA Recall Number 25V-674 has yet been addressed by the dealer or manufacturer. I contacted the dealership back in October of 2025 when learning about the recall at which time I was told there was no remedy as of yet. We are now in April of 2026 and there remains no remedy for a recall that imposes a risk of losing control of the vehicle's movement which ultimately will and can lead to a crash.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11728971April 3, 2026
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the vehicle moved forward while shifted to park(P). The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were on back order. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 162,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11728263March 31, 2026
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Transmission shift cable
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11728279March 31, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11728287March 31, 2026
POWER TRAIN
See attached document for complaint.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11728134March 30, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
When I got in my car to leave work, the shifter cable had broken. It would not shift to reverse, neutral, or drive. I was left stranded in the middle of the night with no one to pick me up. Also, if it had broken while I was driving I wouldn’t have been able to put it in park and it would have potentially rolled into another car or person. At this time it has been 6 months since the recall and Dodge has no remedy for it. The dealership looked at it and did confirm that the shifter cable had broken.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11727877March 30, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the braking distance was extended. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V800000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the brake failure persisted. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, the RPM became elevated; however, the transmission failed shift above 2nd gear. While attempting to park, the transmission remained in neutral and failed to shift to park. The vehicle was parked, and the wheels were chocked to keep the vehicle from rolling away. The vehicle was towed to a certified mechanic, where the contact was informed that the shifter cable had detached from the transmission. The contact was informed that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train). The dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available for the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that if the recall had not caused the failure, there would be no assistance with any additional repairs. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11727629March 28, 2026
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
On 3/18/26 i reported a serious safety issue involving my vehicle, which currently has an open manufacturer recall with no available remedy. The vehicle has experienced multiple dangerous and malfunctioning conditions. First, the vehicle intermittently displays a dashboard message indicating that the vehicle is "not in park" even when it is clearly in the park position. When this occurs, I am unable to turn the vehicle off. I have had to wait approximately 15 minutes before the vehicle will allow me to shut it down.Second, while driving at approximately 40 mph, including while exiting the highway, the vehicle has stalled and completely shut off while in motion. This has occurred multiple times and created a significant safety risk due to sudden loss of power during active driving. Additionally, the vehicle frequently displays a message stating "engine warming, please wait to start," even when weather conditions are warm. Most recently, at approximately 70 degrees outside, the vehicle would not start and continued to display the message. I waited approximately one hour attempting to start the vehicle before it randomly started. These issues appear to be worsening. I attempted to schedule repair for the open recall, but I was advised by the manufacturer that there is currently no remedy available. Due to the vehicle stalling in motion and preventing proper shutdown and startup, I believe this represents a serious safety defect that puts me and others at risk.The vehicle previously experienced stalling while driving in motion. I brought the vehicle in for a recall repair on 01/27/25. #U90 2014-2016 at davis moore After the recall repair, the stalling condition improved; however, the vehicle began experiencing additional serious issues including the vehicle not recognizing the park position, inability to shut off, and intermittent failure to start with "engine warming" messages. These ongoing defects continue to affect the safe and reliable operation of the vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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