Dodge Dart Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2,524 owner complaints and 11 safety recalls on file for the Dodge Dart, across 5 model years (2012–2016). The 2012 model year has the most complaints (1,081). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Dodge Dart years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Dart year: 2012. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2012 Dart: 1,081 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2015 Dart: 528 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2014 Dart: 372 complaints, 4 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Dodge Dart problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train problems | 1,011 | 5 | 25 |
| Engine problems | 525 | 5 | 10 |
| Electrical System problems | 472 | 5 | 10 |
| Service Brakes problems | 425 | 5 | 43 |
| Air Bags problems | 125 | 5 | 52 |
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | 110 | 5 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 107 | 5 | 13 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 77 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 74 | 5 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 67 | 4 | 0 |
| Wheels | 65 | 5 | 10 |
| Suspension | 43 | 5 | 10 |
| Exterior Lighting | 42 | 5 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 39 | 5 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 38 | 3 | 6 |
| Tires | 35 | 3 | 2 |
| Structure | 33 | 4 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 12 | 3 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Firerelated | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Dodge Dart problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2016: power train (84) · engine (66)
- 2015: power train (182) · engine (141) · electrical system (118) · service brakes (65)
- 2014: power train (132) · engine (104) · electrical system (74) · service brakes (60)
- 2013: power train (159) · electrical system (57) · engine (51)
- 2012: power train (454) · service brakes (252) · electrical system (175) · engine (163) · air bags (68)
All Dodge Dart model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Dart | 258 | 5 | 5★ | Power Train | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2015 Dart | 528 | 6 | 5★ | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 2014 Dart | 372 | 4 | 5★ | Power Train | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2013 Dart | 285 | 1 | 5★ | Power Train | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2012 Dart | 1,081 | 6 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Dodge Dart years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2012 (1,081) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Dart year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Dodge Dart?
Power Train, with 1,011 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Dodge Dart have?
11 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.