2012 DODGE DART — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

1,533

Owner Complaints

96 Crashes 29 Fires 4 Deaths

6

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

117

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2012 DODGE DART

The 2012 DODGE DART has received a total of 1,533 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 7 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM. 117 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (446 complaints), Service Brakes (252 complaints), and Electrical System (169 complaints).

Recalls for the 2012 DODGE DART

NHTSA has recorded 7 recalls for the 2012 DODGE DART, potentially affecting up to 739,159 vehicles.

Recall 19V293000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT

| 298,439 vehicles affected

Defect: 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: 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...

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Recall 19V293000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

| 298,439 vehicles affected

Defect: 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: 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...

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Recall 15V800000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

| 105,425 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

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...

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Recall 15V542000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

| 23,564 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

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

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...

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Recall 13V555000 — AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

| 374 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

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

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.

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Recall 13V238000 — POWER TRAIN

| 12,872 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

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

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.

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Recall 13V124000 — PARKING BRAKE

| 46 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

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

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.

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Owner Complaints for the 2012 DODGE DART

1,533 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 DODGE DART. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Power Train
Complaints: 446 11 Crashes 4 Fires 2 Injuries 2 Deaths
Service Brakes
Complaints: 252 26 Crashes 3 Fires 9 Injuries
Electrical System
Complaints: 169 2 Crashes 6 Fires 2 Injuries
Engine
Complaints: 163 4 Crashes 7 Fires 2 Injuries 2 Deaths
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 103 6 Crashes 4 Fires 5 Injuries
Air Bags
Complaints: 67 25 Crashes 1 Fire 21 Injuries
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 41 2 Crashes
Steering
Complaints: 36 4 Crashes
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 31
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 29 1 Crash 1 Fire 1 Injury
Wheels
Complaints: 25 2 Crashes
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 23 3 Crashes
Seat Belts
Complaints: 21 3 Crashes 4 Injuries
Tires
Complaints: 21
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 18 1 Crash 1 Fire
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 12
Structurebody
Complaints: 11 3 Crashes 1 Fire 2 Injuries
Suspension
Complaints: 9
Parking Brake
Complaints: 7 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 5
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 4
Structure
Complaints: 3 1 Injury
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 2
Power Trainclutch Assembly
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 2
Traction Control System
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemsoftware
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Fire 1 Injury
Equipment
Complaints: 1
Equipment Adaptivemobility
Complaints: 1
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeconventionalmechanical
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 1 1 Injury
Power Trainclutch Assemblypedalhand Levermotorcycle
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmissioncolumn Shift Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Trainshift Linkagecablerod
Complaints: 1
Seats
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum
Complaints: 1
Steeringelectric Power Assist System
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 1
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Complaints: 1
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Visibility
Complaints: 1
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11582191 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | | 30,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag warning light was illuminated while driving. The contact stated that after the first failure, the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was unable to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure had continued intermittently over the years; however, the warning light had remained illuminated while driving. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.
#11575399 | POWER TRAIN | | 180,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she smelled a gasoline odor on the interior of the vehicle, after which several unknown warning lights on the instrument panel started flickering. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway to shut off the vehicle, after which the vehicle failed to restart. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed failures with the alternator and the ignition switch. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to an independent mechanic, who then diagnosed a failure with the transmission control module. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V542000 (Power Train) but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but did not assist. The failure mileage was 180,000.
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shifted into neutral without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle would not shift into drive or reverse with a message stating that the gear was not available. The service transmission warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local transmission and a diagnostic test was performed. The contact was informed that the dual clutch was inoperable. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that after further diagnostic testing, it was determined that the Transmission Control Module and actuator had failed. The contact stated that as per the Mopar website, the vehicles was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V542000 (Power Train). The contact informed the dealer of the failure and was instructed to take the vehicle in for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not yet towed to the dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.
#11536049 | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | | 97,945 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that the front windshield trim was missing and that the adhesive around the front windshield was cracking. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 97,945.
#11533096 | ENGINE | | 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and RPM's decreased briefly before returning to normal functionality. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a failure with the HVAC system. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure; however, the contact was advised that the infotainment unit might need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

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Safety Rating for the 2012 DODGE DART

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2012 DODGE DART in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2012 DODGE DART

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 117 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 DODGE DART. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

18-022-17 REV. A — BACK OVER PREVENTION

Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs set in the...

18-022-17 REV. A — STRUCTURE

Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs set in the...

18-023-16 REV. D — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination or one or more of the following conditions. Upon further investigation the technician may find the...

18-023-16 REV. B — POWER TRAIN

Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination or one or more of the following conditions. Upon further investigation the technician may find the...

D-16-01 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

HYDRAULIC CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER/RESERVOIR HOSE (X62)-2013-2015 DODGE DART AND 2014-2015 JEEP CHEROKEE.

08-128-15 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

18-111-15 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Flash: 2.0L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) has...

18-111-15 — POWER TRAIN

Flash: 2.0L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) has...

18-111-15 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Flash: 2.0L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) has...

21-069-15 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Flash: Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience any of the following symptoms: ? Transmission shift improvements when using cruise control. ? Improved garage shift feel and quality. NOTE: The Body Control Module (BCM)...

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2012 DODGE DART

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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