2015 DODGE DART — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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5/5

★★★★★

Safety Rating

758

Owner Complaints

52 Crashes 12 Fires

6

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

90

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 2015 DODGE DART

The 2015 DODGE DART has received a total of 758 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. 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, EQUIPMENT. 90 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (144 complaints), Engine (136 complaints), and Electrical System (109 complaints).

Recalls for the 2015 DODGE DART

NHTSA has recorded 7 recalls for the 2015 DODGE DART, potentially affecting up to 982,738 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 17V824000 — EQUIPMENT

| 61,791 vehicles affected

Defect: 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...

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...

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Recall 16V113000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

| 1,122 vehicles affected

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured July 25, 2015, to December 16, 2015 and equipped with a 2.0L engine and a manual transmission. Additionally included are certain 2015 Dodge Dart vehicles similarly equipped and brought in for dealer service between September 15, 2015 and January 12, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the...

Consequence: Without a backup layer of software, the control module may fail to prevent an un-commanded torque event, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Engine Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S10.

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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 14V800000 — TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

| 944 vehicles affected

Defect: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dodge Dart Aero vehicles manufactured August 24, 2014, to October 28, 2014. The affected vehicles were built with a premium instrument cluster and Lowline Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The TPMS warning light may not illuminate when low tire pressure is detected. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the...

Consequence: A malfunctioning TPMS light will not notify an owner of an improperly inflated tire. An improperly inflated tire may experience a complete loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reconfigure the vehicles from a lowline TPMS to a highline TPMS, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this...

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Recall 25V674000 — 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. 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.

Consequence: A loss of park function may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Vehicles that were previously repaired under recall 19V293 will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim notification letters, explaining the safety risk, were mailed November 6, 2025. A second notice will be sent...

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Owner Complaints for the 2015 DODGE DART

758 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 DODGE DART. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Power Train
Complaints: 144 3 Crashes
Engine
Complaints: 136 2 Crashes 4 Fires
Electrical System
Complaints: 109 3 Crashes 2 Fires
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 84 2 Crashes 3 Fires
Service Brakes
Complaints: 65 5 Crashes 1 Fire 4 Injuries
Steering
Complaints: 32 4 Crashes 2 Injuries
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 25 1 Crash
Air Bags
Complaints: 24 17 Crashes 14 Injuries
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 24
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 22 1 Fire
Wheels
Complaints: 20 3 Crashes 2 Injuries
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 14 1 Crash
Suspension
Complaints: 13 5 Crashes 4 Injuries
Structurebody
Complaints: 7 2 Crashes
Seat Belts
Complaints: 6 3 Crashes 2 Injuries
Tires
Complaints: 4 1 Crash 1 Injury
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingengineengine Control Module Ecuecm
Complaints: 2
Equipment
Complaints: 2
Seats
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 2
Back Over Prevention Warnings
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 1
Equipment Adaptivemobilitywheelchair Liftramphosescablesrodsgearsstrutcylinder
Complaints: 1
Firerelated
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking
Complaints: 1
Power Trainclutch Assemblypedalhand Levermotorcycle
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontmacpherson Strut
Complaints: 1
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Complaints: 1
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11717583 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | | 115,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train). The contact stated that while turning off the vehicle, the key was difficult to remove from the ignition. The gear shifter was in park(P); however, the ignition switch remained stuck in the ACC position. Several attempts were required before the key could be released. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred after the repair. The check engine warning light and the power train warning light were illuminated. The failure reoccurred over time. The manufacturer was contacted, but provided no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
#11717583 | ENGINE | | 115,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train). The contact stated that while turning off the vehicle, the key was difficult to remove from the ignition. The gear shifter was in park(P); however, the ignition switch remained stuck in the ACC position. Several attempts were required before the key could be released. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred after the repair. The check engine warning light and the power train warning light were illuminated. The failure reoccurred over time. The manufacturer was contacted, but provided no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
#11717583 | POWER TRAIN | | 115,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train). The contact stated that while turning off the vehicle, the key was difficult to remove from the ignition. The gear shifter was in park(P); however, the ignition switch remained stuck in the ACC position. Several attempts were required before the key could be released. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred after the repair. The check engine warning light and the power train warning light were illuminated. The failure reoccurred over time. The manufacturer was contacted, but provided no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
#11715155 | POWER TRAIN | | N/A miles
transmission shift cable issue, unable to use shifter to get car out of park. Dealership refuses to fix under recall and claims it's the manufacturers fault Dealership: Tomball Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM Service Center, 23777 TX-249, Tomball, TX 77375 Dodge Dart 2015 VIN: [XXX] Recall: 19V293000 INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
#11711858 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
When i want to turn off my car, the key gets stuck in ACC and does not turn to off. The key wont turn all the way off gets stuck, even though I am in parking. I saw that their is a recall for this and their is no answer for this yet or remedy I mean. But it has been happening to my car every single day, every single time I drive and I am very scared for my safety. Especially when having kids or other people in the car with me.

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Safety Rating for the 2015 DODGE DART

The 2015 DODGE DART received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Test Category Rating
Overall Rating ★★★★★ (5/5)
Frontal Crash ★★★★★ (5/5)
Side Crash ★★★★★ (5/5)
Rollover ★★★★ (4/5)

Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 DODGE DART

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 90 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 DODGE DART. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

U90 - Parts Ordering — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

U90 - Parts Ordering

9003354 — POWER TRAIN

Fiat C-635 Dual Dry Clutch (DDCT) Automatic Transmission Fluid Fill The Fiat C-635 DDCT and C-633 DDCT are shipped without fluid. Fill per DealerConnect procedure: "draining, filling and level check"

S1408000259 Rev. — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Radio Display Screen Goes Blank During ABS Activation, HVAC Controls And Blind Spot System Operate Intermittently, Cluster Warning Chime Goes Off

051680721A — BACK OVER PREVENTION

Suspected noise at the rear shocks.

9003579 — AIR BAGS

Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) For PF, KL or UF Vehicles ONLY: Prior to replacing ORC part numbers, please contact FCA engineering if ANY of the following Diagnostic trouble codes are Stored or Active in the ORC module: DTC: B223D-00 - OCM DTC Present DTC: B0050-13 - Driver Seatbelt Sensor-Circuit Open...

18-022-17 REV. A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 — STEERING

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...

06-001-16 REV. A — POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)

Clutch Pedal Operation X62 Extended Warranty This bulletin involves the replacement of the hydraulic clutch master cylinder and reservoir hose. Some customers may experience a reduction in clutch pedal stroke.

68264880A$ — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) For PF, KL or UF Vehicles ONLY:~ Prior to replacing ORC part numbers, please contact FCA engineering if the following Diagnostic trouble codes are Stored or Active in the ORC module:~ DTC: B223D-00 - OCM DTC Present~ DTC: B0050-13 - Driver Seatbelt Sensor-Circuit Open~ DTC: B0052-13...

18-023-16 REV. D — BACK OVER PREVENTION

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...

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 DODGE DART

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2015 DODGE DART.

Investigation RQ25002 — POWER TRAIN:SHIFT LINKAGE/CABLE/ROD Closed

Opened:

Recall 19V-293 Post Remedy Failures

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