Dodge Dart problems
The Dodge Dart is a line of large passenger cars produced by Dodge from the 1959 to 1976 model years in North America, with production extended to later years in various other markets.
Chrysler first used 'Dart' name plates on two Italian styled show cars, in 1956 and 1957, before it became a Dodge model name.
The production Dodge Dart was introduced as a lower-priced full-size model in 1960 and 1961, but became a mid-size car for one model year for 1962, and was then reduced to a compact for two generations, from 1963 to 1976.
The Dart nameplate was resurrected for a Fiat-derived compact car that was introduced in 2012.
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Common Dodge Dart problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Dodge Dart, several common problems have been reported:
- Engine Problems:
- The 2013 Dart has been reported to stall during hazardous situations, such as in the middle of an intersection. Engine stalling is a frequent issue, occurring at relatively low mileage of around 34,000 miles. Symptoms include loss of power, downshifting, engine failure, and stalling while turning. Fixes may involve updating the PCM software or replacing the engine entirely.
- Brake System Concerns:
- Owners of the 2013 Dart have complained about unusual noises coming from the brake system. Despite some not finding any issues upon inspection, complaints persisted, leading Chrysler to issue a recall for brake problems. Some Darts were equipped with incorrect rear brake calipers, causing braking issues.
- Oil Consumption in 2.4L Tigershark Engine:
- A serious defect in the 2.4L Tigershark engine leads to excessive oil consumption during normal operation. Owners often need to top off the oil frequently and may require consumption tests at the dealership to prevent engine seizing.
- Stuck in Park:
- Some Dodge Dart owners have reported issues with being unable to shift the car into reverse or drive, experiencing difficulties in moving the gear shifter. This problem has been noted in various Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep vehicles as well.
These issues highlight some of the significant concerns faced by Dodge Dart owners, ranging from transmission and engine malfunctions to brake system problems and oil consumption issues. Addressing these issues promptly and through professional inspection and repair can help ensure the safety and reliability of the Dodge Dart.
Is the Dodge Dart a reliable car?
The Dodge Dart received a 4.0 out of 5.0 reliability rating from RepairPal. The most common Dodge Dart problems include excessive oil consumption in the 2015 model year, stalling in the 2014 Dart, and damaged sun visors for the 2013 Dart.
Why did the Dodge Dart fail?
Giving it much better fuel economy. And a smoother ride. But there was a supply chain issue with those nine-speed automatics.
Are Dodge Darts expensive to fix?
The average annual repair cost is $597 which means it has average ownership costs.
How many miles will a Dodge Dart last?
How long do Dodge Darts last? According to getjerry.com, a Dodge Dart should last 200,000-250,000 miles with proper maintenance. With exceptional care, the car could even make it past the 250,000-mile point.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Dodge Dart years
We have researched Dodge problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Dodge Dart cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Dodge Dart model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Dodge Dart model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Dodge Dart years
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Dodge Dart car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Dodge Dart , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Dodge Dart vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Dart model years
A total of 126 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Dart model years
There were a total of 32 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Dart model years
There were a total of 84 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Dart model years
There were a total of 2 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 2075 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Dodge Dart . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Dodge Dart vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Dodge Dart 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-23
- VIN: 1C3CDFDH5ED
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: When I try to change the gear it says gear is not available and it blinks it says transmission service
Dodge Dart 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-14
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-16
- VIN: 1C3CDFAA9FD
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Dart Dart. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle would not properly accelerate and a rattling noise was present coming from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the catalytic converter was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Also, after parking the ignition key could not be immediately removed from the ignition switch do to a faulty shift cable. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failures but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 140,000.
Dodge Dart 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-07
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-07
- VIN: 1C3CDFAA8ED
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Vehicle VIN [XXX] transmissions shift cable bushing issue. It's broken now. Under a recall. Took vehicle to Bob Moore Dodge in OKC 09/07/2024. They acknowledge the VIN is under recall. The part is broken today. But the part is not available. Per Bob Moore Dodge the part is not available in OKC, or anywhere in the US and may never be available. The y suggested I try going to another Dodge Dealer in town - 20 miles away, David Stanley Dodge, but even then, they admit David Stanley Dodge does not have the part. And they admit the vehicle may not be safe to drive. Mopar site [XXX] clearly shows the parts are available. So I think there is an issue here. Bob Moore Dodge in OKC just does not want to mess with fixing this issue? Or is the Mopar site wrong? So it's a Dodge vehicle. Broken down now. Transmission shift cable no longer attached to the transmission. Recall on this exact issue. I'm told it's not going to be fixed today, tomorrow and perhaps never. Bob Moore Dodge in OKC contact is Aarron -844-710-0566. 7420 NW Expy in OKC. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Dodge Dart 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-19
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-05
- VIN: 1C3CDFBB2FD
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: After purchasing the car used, the car got stuck in reverse and would not start or shift into/out of gear or park. The dealership determined that it was "shifter cable bushing broken out of cable eyelet" which we saw was on a recall list for these vehicles. Upon further investigation, we discovered that the recall work HAD been done while with a previous owner. However it appears that even the recall work has failed. The necessary part to fix the issue is on back order and more than one shop has confirmed that they are unable to get the part to make the repair. I spoke with a representative from Chrysler and they said that since the VIN doesn't pull up a recall, they won't help us with this issue. The car, which was purchased 6 days prior to the incident, now sits at the dealership and if it ever gets fixed will cost over $700 for repairs. Since it seems to be a failure of recall work, I'm hoping an investigation can be opened and that we and other owners could get some help with this.
Dodge Dart 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-29
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-04
- VIN: 1C3CDFBA9DD
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled on several occasions. An unknown message was displayed. The contact was unable to pull to the side of the road on one occasion. The vehicle was jumpstarted with assistance. The contact was able to continue driving. The contact replaced the battery; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the alternator had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle later failed to start and was repossessed. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 165,464.
Dodge Dart 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-07
- Date Complaint: 2024-09-03
- VIN: 1C3CDFBB8FD
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I’ve noticed a few times where the key fob would get stuck in the ignition of the car when I turn it off, I would have to turn the car back on and sit it in for at least 5 minutes before the fob would come out. Then the bushing cable got disconnected, the key fob stopped working I had a buy a new one and I’m still having the same issue of the fob getting stuck in the ignition. The first this issue happened was in 2023 and it’s still happening, just found out that I can file a complaint about it
Dodge Dart 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-29
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-30
- VIN: 1C3CDFBA2DD
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The transmission bushing broke and the transmission was disabled. The steering wheel was locked and the key was unable to be removed. The safety of the driver and passenger were at harm on the highway when steering was disabled and the transmission could not be moved after stopping. The problem was produced and was forced to be repaired by a shop for the safety of the driver at expense of the driver. The vehicle was then brought to a dodge dealership in Margate Florida, where the recall was closed, the issue was not fixed. The vehicle broke down immediately following this closure of the recall. The vehicle was inspected and claimed to be repaired by a Dodge Dealership. This is not true. No warning lamps indicated this issue happening once of the two times it broke down.
Dodge Dart 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-04
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-23
- VIN: 1C3CDFBA2DD
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Loss of brakes at random times. Pedal will go all the way to the floor before stopping.
Dodge Dart 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-20
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-22
- VIN: 1C3CDFBH6DD
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The vehicle had a recall for the shift bushing cable for the cable disconnect and getting stuck in gear and that’s what happened my car went in on June 21’2022 to have this recall repaired they finally repaired it a year later it failed we were able to put it back on then it now has failed again on august 20 2024 and I am concerned they said I have to pay them now to fix it so I never had an issue before they supposedly fixed it now I have the actual issue and they are refusing to fix it
Dodge Dart 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-16
- VIN: 1C3CDFBB0ED
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Actuator in the engine making the valve stuck and not drivable, causes shaking, very poor acceleration, won’t shift, this started last summer, engine light bringing up actuator code
Dodge Dart 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-06
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-09
- VIN: 1C3CDFBH1DD
- Components: SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS
- Summary: Vehicle was sold without airbags.
Dodge Dart 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-08-01
- VIN: 1C3CDFBA5DD
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: My car has an extremely bad rough idle. I’ve had an alignment done, new tires, new spark plugs. I’ve done so much work to this car. I have done some extremely deep research and it is a VERY common issue in the 2013 Dodge dart. One thing I also read, is it could be caused due to all of the ground point nuts being painted over, not creating a strong circuit for the ground. That should be a recall because I cannot physically replace all of those nuts. If that’s not the issue, there needs to be an investigation to figure out why this car feels like it will stall out, or I’m going to lose a tire going 65 on the interstate. Something isn’t right with this car and the dealership needs to diagnose it for free knowing it’s such a common issue! I have a very trusted, fully certified mechanic, he has looked at my car, and he is stumped too. No one can figure this out
Dodge Dart 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-15
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-17
- VIN: 1C3CDFBBXFD
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Key fob gets stuck in the ignition. I have to set in the car for about 10 minutes before it will release. I did take to have looked at and the ignition switch and fob was replaced. However, still doing the same thing. As I look on You Tube, I am not the only one having this problem with this car. I have been dealing with this issue and just finding out I can put in a complaint. I have attached copy of the receipt.
Dodge Dart 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-12
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-12
- VIN: 1C3CDFEB7ED
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I have a few problems to be addressed because this car have a real safety issue. One issue been happening was car sometimes doesn’t start. This problem maybe stalling starting may delay in cases of personally emergency’s. Second, I got a recall letter having emissions issues? During this recall letter I receive my inspection sticker was due, then I got a rejected sticker because it did failed emissions as noticed. I tried getting issue resolve at few of the dodge dealers nearby 3 places that’s the closest which were like almost an hour away, but there were a backlog of part not available? Since those two issues I had and having time to try getting these recalls and issue resolved, dealer said not much of an issue and couldn’t find much issues? Told the dealer I had recall and starter issues also with no check engine light on. The dealer did a diagnose on the car but couldn’t find actual problem but wanted to charge me on so much other things like spark plugs change before they can find the actual issue. I paid for the diagnose about 200+ out of pocket. Came to find out they diagnosed but now check engine light is ON now and I looked under hood myself found they didn’t reconnect the engine coil to spark plug, maybe check and forget to reconnect? I reconnected myself and then no check engine lights. I had to check myself why can’t I start and then check fuse box under hood, found relay was damaged, shorted out reason why car had issues starting. This is after I changed the battery which was problem wasn’t the reason couldn’t start. I did my research on this deeply cause now I have a much bigger issue, which I was losing my brake lines. I almost got into an accident but luckily still have E-brakes. I believe it’s the brake line front driver started leaking now. On top of brake issue, no brake lights came on still.I checked for any recalls or any updates and found there were the same or typical issues? I did checked my car Vin # and it said “0 unrepaired on my vehicle”?
Dodge Dart 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-06
- Date Complaint: 2024-07-11
- VIN: 1C3CDFCH9DD
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The service Transmisson lite came on and then it was flashing gear not available and put in N, R, D. but was stuck in N while i was driving on the interstate at 70MPH, I almost got ran over trying to get off the road. The TCM was already replaced. I had replaced the SDU and still does the same thing. This happens often. The car will sit for a while and then it will do it again. It will also rev up like up press the gas pedal down but not touching it, this will happen while setting or after I put it in drive. The Bluetooth isn't working, it will work if the battery is unplugged but then after a day or 2 it stops. I have replaced the spark plugs and ignition coils and it still losses power occasionally. The back up camera doesn't work sometimes also the air condition and the air will come on but shows that it's off. This car is a piece of garbage, and dealers will just keep selling it even though they know it has a lot of issues that they can't seem to fix. Most of the people in the forums all having the same issues that never get fixed! This car needs a total RECALL.
Latest 5 recalls Dodge Dart
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 26 recalls for different components of the Dodge Dart.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Dodge Dart 2016
- Report Received Date: 2019-04-11
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
- Model: Dodge Dart 2013
- Report Received Date: 2019-04-11
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
- Model: Dodge Dart 2014
- Report Received Date: 2019-04-11
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
- Model: Dodge Dart 2015
- Report Received Date: 2019-04-11
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
- Model: Dodge Dart 2015
- Report Received Date: 2017-12-21
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- Consequence: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
Latest negative Dodge Dart car reviews
Latest positive Dodge Dart car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2014
I'm glad to hear that you had a great experience with your Dodge Dart GT! It sounds like you made a smart choice by going for the Dart instead of the Charger. Not only did you get more for your money, but you also got some great features like heated leather seats and push button start. And all of that for under 25k! It's great to hear that you're still enjoying driving it after 2k miles. Thanks for sharing your positive experience with us!
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Vehicle year: 2015
I rented this car for two weeks and found it to be very comfortable. Getting in and out of the car was easy, and I was impressed with its spaciousness. The trunk held all of my and my daughter's luggage with room to spare, even though our luggage tests the limits of the checked and carry-on dimensions. The controls were simple and easy to figure out, and the mirrors were easily adjustable. The ride was smooth, and the car was not afraid to go very fast on the highway. I was shocked to see how fast I was going (over 100) at one point because it was gliding over the road so smoothly. I had to set the cruise control to keep myself in check. The only negative things I can say is that it is slow to respond if you want to rapidly increase your speed. But for a four cylinder it is more than acceptable. The car has such a low clearance that it kept scraping on the pavement, which was a bit of a nuisance. I live in the Rockies, and no matter how slow I entered and exited my driveway, it scraped. And no matter how slow I creeped through intersections in neighborhoods, it scraped.
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Vehicle year: 2013
I have the lowest end car available that I picked up at a great price in January 2013. The design work on the car looks great inside and out. The interior is surprisingly nice for a base model. The dashboard was designed for the nicer electronic touch-screen interface, which my car does not have, but the manual system looks nice and functions well. It has a roomy interior with adequate cargo, although smaller than expected. The car has a sporty feel while driving (especially with a 6 speed manual), but it does not reach advertised mpg, and can be somewhat difficult to shift smoothly at first. It cruises smoothly on the freeway and handles better than similar sedans.
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Vehicle year: 2014
I purchased this car as my first vehicle when I was 20 years old, two years ago. It had 45,850 miles on the odometer and I got it for an out-the-door price of $11,495. The Blacktop Black trim and details with glossy red paint make it look amazing. The exterior is beautiful and Dodge is known for presenting plentiful options with the infotainment stack as well as the cluster for climate control. The UConnect is great for presenting various options for sound as well as controlling how the sounds...sound. I was immediately impressed and knew I needed this car. After owning it for over two years now, I can say that everything I loved about it from the start is still true. What I continue to fall in love with over and over is the driving experience. The 2.4L NA engine is amazing and the chassis is impressive for a heavy 4D mid-sized sedan. The control is second to none, even around the whippy corners of northern Arizona and vistas of the valleys in Arizona. While it may not be the fastest car off the line like a GTI/Evo or an obvious sports inspired vehicle like a Mustang/Camero, it brings aspiration to those who aren't fiscally inclined to invest over $30,000 MSRP. The reliability of this vehicle is something to be admired. Within the first year of purchase, I had to buy a new hi-tech battery, front right strut assembly, and a full new set of tires. While these were maintenance issues, they were not a big deal. The second year brought another worn out set of tires and air cabin replacements, which were also maintenance issues. However, my HVAC system failed in June...in Arizona. The dealerships couldn't figure it out for less than $600 and it ended up being a simple wire near the dash that faulted the ambient temperature sensor to read -40 Fahrenheit. Despite these issues, I still love my car and would recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable and enjoyable driving experience.Despite the issues mentioned, I really love this car. However, if you are considering buying a used 2nd year model Dart, be aware that there may be further issues. In the end, I will hold onto this car as it's unique and more powerful than many 4D mid-sized sedans in the market. Its reliability is on par and it stands out from the Corollas you see a thousand times a day. [Update] As of the end of 2020, I still have this vehicle and besides the issues I listed above, it has been good. Not great, but good. The vehicle still starts up great, gets good gas mileage, and I still love to drive it. I did have to replace all four tires twice more (so that’s 4 sets of tires in 5 years), but they were covered under warranty. With 109,000 miles on the dash, a few things have come up, but not with the drivetrain. At around 85,000 miles, sometimes the key fob gets stuck in the ignition when the engine is turned off. This is a known problem, but it can usually be resolved by a few clicks of the gear lever. Another thing is that the UConnect won’t always connect my phone automatically, but this is a sporadic issue. Other than that, it’s been reliable and just requires regular maintenance. There have been no real big issues *knock on wood, always*.
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Vehicle year: 2015
I'm so glad to hear that you love this car!
Are you having problems with your Dodge Dart?
Carmelo Pagac 2025-04-05
Vehicle year: 2015
I bought a 2015 Dodge Dart from Shelor Motor Mile in February 2016 for around $16-$17k. Unfortunately, I've had some issues with the car since it hit 17,000 miles. It randomly stalls out, won't go in or come out of gears, and the lights on the dash sometimes blink. This caused me to have an accident and receive a ticket, which was really frustrating. I had to pay $1500 to have the clutch replaced, and when I called the dealership to tell them that the transmission also needed fixing, they couldn't see me for 12 days and wouldn't provide a rental. I tried to get a better resolution, but was hung up on and laughed at. Eventually, the car broke down and I had to pay for a tow truck to get it to the dealership. They finally admitted that the transmission needed fixing and put me in a rental for 10 days. Although they didn't call me with updates, I was able to get in touch with Bobby who said they had to order parts and promised to call me back with more information. Despite some delays, they were able to fix the car before my rental agreement terminated.He told me to come by and if the car was ready, he would call and let me know. If not, he said to come in anyway because we needed to update my rental. When I arrived, I got my car and was told I could drive it, but might need another clutch. However, he wasn't sure about all the issues. I explained that the clutch was only 12 days old when I brought the car in. He admitted he was unsure about everything and I left with my car. On my way home, I realized it wouldn't go into 5th or 6th gear. I called the dealership and they said the shifter was broken, but it wasn't covered under my warranty. I was confused and frustrated, but I'm hopeful that my lawyer can help me resolve this situation. Unfortunately, my car broke down again and I'm waiting for a resolution. Despite all the repairs I've made, this car is still giving me trouble.
August Lindgren 2025-03-03
Vehicle year: 2014
The 2014 Dodge Dart GT 2.4L requires frequent repairs, typically every 3 months, due to various electrical and mechanical failures such as malfunctioning instrument clusters, Uconnect systems, and window switches. These issues are a result of poor manufacturing quality and design.
Clifford Orn 2025-02-21
Vehicle year: 2014
I hope you're doing well! I noticed that you got this car in April of 2016. Unfortunately, it seems like you've had a few issues with it since then. Within a week of getting it, the engine light came on and it had to go to the shop. It turns out that there was a cracked cylinder wall and the engine had to be replaced, which took a month. About a month later, the light came on again and it was for bad o rings, so the injectors had to be replaced. Two months after that, the transmission sensor went bad. Just recently, the light came on again and you're taking it to get fixed today. I'm glad to hear that you have a warranty at this point. It's a shame that the climate control buttons don't work, but other than those issues, it sounds like it's a fun car to drive and is pretty comfortable. Let me know if there's anything I can do to help!
Darrel Pfannerstill 2024-11-23
Vehicle year: 2016
I found this rental to be quite uncomfortable. Unfortunately, I couldn't get comfortable due to my bad back, so my wife had to drive. I tried using a pillow, but it didn't help much. The headrest was also not adjustable and constantly pushed my head forward, which was quite frustrating. Despite the decent gas mileage, the car lacked any kind of wow factor. While it pains me to say it as a Ford enthusiast, you might be better off with a used car from a Japanese brand. I wouldn't keep this car even if it was given to me for free, but that's just my personal preference. If you're over 5'5 and 150 pounds, you might feel a bit squashed in this car. If that's the case, I recommend asking for another car or an upgrade.
Donny Buckridge 2024-11-19
Vehicle year: 2013
I purchased my Dart when it was first released and absolutely loved it. Unfortunately, at 911 miles, all the lights came on and the engine stopped. I took it to the dealer and they had it for two weeks, but ultimately couldn't fix it and didn't know what the problem was. However, they were able to order me a new Dart, which did take over 10 weeks to arrive. During that time, I was in a rental car. Finally, I received my new Dart and kept it in the garage for the winter. Now that it's back on the road, it was doing well until it reached 6000 miles. At that point, the transmission would overheat and struggle to shift, causing the engine to rev up to high RPMs and thump badly, especially in second and fourth gear. Unfortunately, this means it's back in the shop again. I'm hoping for a quick and easy fix this time around!