2015 Dodge Dart Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 182 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the 2015 Dodge Dart, 34% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 62,500 miles. The words owners use most often: “chrysler jeep ram” (12% of reports).
- 182power train complaints
- 62,500median miles at failure
- 4mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 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.
- Chrysler jeep ram: mentioned in 22 of 182 complaints (12%)
- Gear shifter: mentioned in 18 of 182 complaints (10%)
- Shift cable: mentioned in 14 of 182 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 127 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 182 complaints, 4 mention a crash.
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. 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.
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond in drive(D) or reverse(R). The dealer was contacted and associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not…
I was previously notified of safety recall for the transmission shift cable failure (Manufacturer Recall Number A0C; NHTSA Recall Number 25V-674) that was announced on Oct 09, 2025. It's been nearly 1 year and there still isn't a remedy available (Today's date 9/28/26) "Recall Status: Recall…
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. While the contact's daughter was driving 20 MPH, the transmission failed to shift as intended. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while at an intersection where there was a lot of traffic. The contact stated that approximately four years ago, a…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2015 Dodge Darts have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 182 owner complaints about power train for the 2015 Dodge Dart (34% of the 528 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 2015 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 62,500 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about power train problems on the 2015 Dodge Dart?
The most frequent phrase is “chrysler jeep ram”, in 22 of 182 complaints, followed by “gear shifter” (18).
Other 2015 Dodge Dart problems
- Engine problems (141)
- Electrical System problems (118)
- Service Brakes problems (65)
See all 2015 Dodge Dart problems or power train problems across all Dart years.