2013 Dodge Dart Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Dart years
- Fewer complaints than other years 4th of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 285 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Dodge Dart. That ranks 4th out of 5 Dart model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (159 complaints, 56%), typically at around 83,500 miles. Complaints mention 8 crashes, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 285owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 8complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 Dodge Dart problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train problems | 159 | 56% | 83,500 | “shifter cable” (13%) | — |
| Electrical System problems | 57 | 20% | 84,658 | “windshield wipers” (9%) | — |
| Engine problems | 51 | 18% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 34 | 12% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 23 | 8% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 20 | 7% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 19 | 7% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 15 | 5% | 85,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 11 | 4% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 9 | 3% | 74,713 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 2% | 93,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 2% | 86,245 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 5 | 2% | 150,459 | — | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 1% | 79,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 3 | 1% | 97,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 1% | 30 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 1% | 87,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1% | 140,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 0% | 130,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Dodge Dart recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Problem: 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.
Risk: A loss of park function may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Vehicles that were previously repaired under recall 19V293 will need to have the new remedy completed. Dealers will replace the shifter cable assembly and install a cap, free of charge. Interim notification letters, explaining the safety risk, were mailed November 6, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is A0C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 16, 2025.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Recall 19V-293 Post Remedy Failures (RQ25002) — opened Jun 30, 2025, closed Dec 12, 2025, led to recall 25E065.
- Brake Power Assist Failure (PE15024) — opened Jun 18, 2015, closed Dec 9, 2015.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
"URGENT COMPLIANCE ESCALATION FOR NHTSA ID: 11766087. My VIN lookup on Oct 09, 2026, explicitly shows Campaign 25V-674 is 'Incomplete, remedy not yet available.' However, a Chrysler corporate supervisor falsely informed me that my repair was frozen and sent to their 'legal department' because I…
After drive for short distance the car through a error code for transmission and put the car into neutral then will not crank over for short time till it cooled down dealer saying it the tcm/valve body issue car has previously had repair down for recall involving the tcm but the car still has…
Vehicle is completely immobilized due to an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall (Recall A0C / Shift Cable Bushing). The manufacturer (FCA US LLC / Stellantis) states that official recall remedy parts remain unreleased and unavailable. The manufacturer refuses to provide direct corporate-billed…
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, while entering the vehicle, the transmission independently shifted out of park. The vehicle rolled backwards and crashed into a parked utility truck. The vehicle sustained damages to the trunk and the rear…
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 contact stated that after shifting into park or reverse, the vehicle lunged unexpectedly. The local dealer…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Dodge Dart?
Owners most often report power train, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 159 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Dodge Dart?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 Dodge Dart a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Dart model years, the 2013 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.