Model year record

2012 Dodge Dart

6 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 1,533 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V293000

Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift

Component
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Vehicles affected
298,439
Reported to NHTSA
2019-04-11
Owners notified
2019-09-05

Defect description

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.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 15V800000

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Vehicles affected
105,425
Reported to NHTSA
2015-11-25
Owners notified
2016-05-09

Defect description

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured February 27, 2012 to January 23, 2014 and equipped with either a 2.0L or 2.4L engine. In affected vehicles, engine oil from the vacuum pump may seep into the brake booster, damaging a component within the brake booster.

Safety risk

Internal damage to brake booster could result in a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster grommet for the presence of oil. If no oil is found, the vacuum tube assembly will be replaced. If oil is found, the vacuum pump, vacuum tube assembly, brake booster and master cylinder will be replaced. The recall began on May 9, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R63.

Recall campaignNHTSA 15V542000

Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Component
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Vehicles affected
23,564
Reported to NHTSA
2015-08-25
Owners notified
2016-01-15

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

If the transmission shifts into neutral, it can cause loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 13V555000

Air bags: side/window

Component
Air bags: side/window
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Vehicles affected
374
Reported to NHTSA
2013-11-06
Owners notified
2013-12-19

Defect description

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured May 10, 2013, through August 24, 2013 and equipped with the Mopar 13 trim package. In the affected vehicles, the front seat mounted side airbags (SAB) may not have been properly installed into the seat.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash necessitating SAB deployment, the SABs may fail to deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the SAB installation and re-install them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N61.

Recall campaignNHTSA 13V238000

Power train

Component
Power train
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Vehicles affected
12,872
Reported to NHTSA
2013-06-04
Owners notified
2013-07-22

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 13V124000

Parking brake

Component
Parking brake
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Vehicles affected
46
Reported to NHTSA
2013-04-03
Owners notified
2013-04-29

Defect description

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured on November 27, 2012. Some vehicles may have been built with incorrect rear brake calipers, which could result in an inoperable parking brake.

Safety risk

If the parking brake is inoperable, the vehicle could roll when parked increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N21.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Power train44648,000 mi
Service brakes25236,000 mi
Electrical system16940,000 mi
Engine16336,500 mi
Unknown or other10350,500 mi
Air bags6750,530 mi
Vehicle speed control4132,000 mi
Steering3616,100 mi
Visibility/wiper3165,000 mi
Electronic stability control (ESC)2960,000 mi
Wheels2515,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic2334,000 mi
Seat belts2164,000 mi
Tires219,970 mi
Fuel/propulsion system1854,000 mi
Exterior lighting1227,000 mi
Structure: body1116,000 mi
Suspension920,000 mi
Parking brake740,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling51,500 mi
Fuel system, gasoline47,000 mi
Structure35,000 mi
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel250 mi
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)263,280 mi
Power train: clutch assembly212,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder221,000 mi
Traction control system240,000 mi
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system210,000 mi
Air bags: frontal130,000 mi
Electrical system: ignition1
Electrical system: ignition: switch110,000 mi
Electrical system: software1150 mi
Electrical system: wiring120,000 mi
Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash128,000 mi
Equipment1
Equipment adaptive/mobility15,600 mi
Equipment: appliance: air conditioner19,500 mi
Parking brake: conventional: mechanical168,000 mi
Power train: automatic transmission140,000 mi
Power train: clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)134,000 mi
Power train: manual transmission1
Power train: manual transmission: column shift assembly182,420 mi
Power train: shift linkage/cable/rod182,420 mi
Seats111,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor135,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum154,695 mi
Steering: electric power assist system113,200 mi
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly1700 mi
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems1
Tires: sidewall117,000 mi
Visibility1
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly111,362 mi
Visibility: windshield197,945 mi

The 2013 model has 3 times as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.