Dodge Dart Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 1,011 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the Dodge Dart across 5 model years. The 2012 model year has the most (454). The words owners use most often: “chrysler jeep ram” (8% of reports).
- 1,011power train complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 25mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 4related recalls
- $1,050typical repair cost reported by owners
- 35%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 81 of 1,011 complaints (8%)
- Gear shifter: mentioned in 81 of 1,011 complaints (8%)
- Shift cable: mentioned in 68 of 1,011 complaints (7%)
- Service transmission: mentioned in 62 of 1,011 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 Dodge Dart at $1,050, and half of them between $760 and $5,150.
Based on 17 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2016–2026), 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 715 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 1,011 complaints, 25 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 5 an injury.
Dodge Dart power train complaints by model year
When owners reported it
Related recalls (4)
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Model years: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
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
Model years: 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016
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)
Model years: 2012, 2014, 2015
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
Model years: 2012
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.
"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…
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…
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 unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact…
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…
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…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Darts have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 1,011 owner complaints about power train for the Dodge Dart. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge Dart power train?
Yes: 4 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix power train problems on the Dodge Dart?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,050 (half paid between $760 and $5,150), from 17 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about power train problems on the Dodge Dart?
The most frequent phrase is “chrysler jeep ram”, in 81 of 1,011 complaints, followed by “gear shifter” (81).
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- Engine problems (525)
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- Vehicle Speed Control problems (110)
- Steering problems (107)
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