2012 Dodge Dart Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 454 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the 2012 Dodge Dart, 42% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 48,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “service transmission” (10% of reports).
- 454power train complaints
- 48,000median miles at failure
- 11mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- $7,150typical repair cost reported by owners
- 37%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Service transmission: mentioned in 44 of 454 complaints (10%)
- Clutch pedal: mentioned in 34 of 454 complaints (7%)
- Chrysler jeep ram: mentioned in 31 of 454 complaints (7%)
- Included power train: mentioned in 25 of 454 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical power train repair on the 2012 Dodge Dart at $7,150, and half of them between $1,050 and $10,050.
Based on 7 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2016–2019), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 369 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 454 complaints, 11 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 3 an injury.
Dodge Dart power train complaints by model year
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Problem: 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.
Risk: If the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the vehicle may not perform the shifts performed by the driver. Additionally, despite selecting PARK with the shifter, the vehicle may roll away. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: This recall will be replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V674. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission side shifter cable bushing, free of charge. The recall began September 5, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V34.
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured February 24, 2012, to June 16, 2015. The affected vehicles may experience failure of the transmission control module (TCM), causing the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.
Risk: If the transmission shifts into neutral, it can cause loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM and bracket, free of charge. Chrysler issued an interim notification to owners on October 14, 2015. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R42.
Power train
Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured March 1, 2012, through February 28, 2013 and equipped with a 1.4L MultiAir turbo engine and dual dry clutch transmission. These vehicles may experience an engine stall when the temperature is 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder.
Risk: If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N32.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she smelled a gasoline odor on the interior of the vehicle, after which several unknown warning lights on the instrument panel started flickering. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the…
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shifted into neutral without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle would not shift into drive or reverse with a message stating that the gear was not available. The service transmission…
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and RPM's decreased briefly before returning to normal functionality. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a failure with the HVAC system. The…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2012 Dodge Darts have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 454 owner complaints about power train for the 2012 Dodge Dart (42% of the 1,081 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Dodge Dart power train?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do power train problems start?
The median reported mileage is 48,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix power train problems on the 2012 Dodge Dart?
Owners report a typical cost of $7,150 (half paid between $1,050 and $10,050), from 7 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about power train problems on the 2012 Dodge Dart?
The most frequent phrase is “service transmission”, in 44 of 454 complaints, followed by “clutch pedal” (34).
Other 2012 Dodge Dart problems
- Service Brakes problems (252)
- Electrical System problems (175)
- Engine problems (163)
- Air Bags problems (68)
See all 2012 Dodge Dart problems or power train problems across all Dart years.