Dodge Dart recalls

11 official safety recalls for the Dodge Dart from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Shifter cable may detach from transmission

    Reported October 9, 2025Model years 2013–2016NHTSA campaign 25V674000298,439 vehicles affected

    The shifter cable may detach from the transmission, preventing the vehicle from shifting into Park and allowing it to roll away. Dealers will replace the shifter cable assembly and install a cap free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
    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. 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.

  2. Shifter cable bushing may fail

    Reported April 11, 2019Model years 2012–2016NHTSA campaign 19V293000298,439 vehicles affected

    The shifter cable bushing may fail and let the cable detach from the transmission. The vehicle may not shift as intended or may roll away after Park is selected, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the bushing free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
    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 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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  3. Fire extinguisher may clog or nozzle may detach

    Reported December 21, 2017Model years 2015–2016NHTSA campaign 17V82400061,791 vehicles affected

    The fire extinguisher may clog or require excessive force to activate; on some models, its nozzle may detach, causing injury and making it unusable. If it fails during a fire, injury risk increases. Owners can contact the supplier for a replacement extinguisher, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT
    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 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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  4. Washer pump voltage spikes may disable wipers

    Reported November 8, 2016Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 16V81300053,155 vehicles affected

    Voltage spikes from a problem in the windshield washer pump may cause the wiper circuit to fail, reducing visibility. Dealers will replace the washer pump free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
    Defect
    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured April 13, 2015, to June 7, 2016. Due to voltage spikes caused by a problem within the windshield washer pump, the windshield wiper circuit may fail.
    Consequence
    Without functioning windshield wipers, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield washer pumps, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S83.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  5. Powertrain software may not prevent unintended torque

    Reported February 26, 2016Model years 2015–2016NHTSA campaign 16V1130001,122 vehicles affected

    The powertrain control module may lack backup software to prevent an unintended torque event, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the engine control module software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
    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 powertrain control module that monitors the engine torque output may be missing a backup layer of software.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  6. Oil may damage brake booster

    Reported November 25, 2015Model years 2012–2014NHTSA campaign 15V800000105,425 vehicles affected

    Oil from the vacuum pump may enter and damage the brake booster, reducing brake assist and lengthening stopping distance, which increases crash risk. Dealers will inspect for oil and replace the affected parts as needed.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
    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 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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  7. Transmission control module may fail

    Reported August 25, 2015Model years 2012–2015NHTSA campaign 15V54200023,564 vehicles affected

    The transmission control module may fail, causing an unexpected shift into neutral and loss of motive power. Dealers will replace the module and bracket free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
    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 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R42.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  8. Low tire pressure warning light may not illuminate

    Reported December 17, 2014Model years 2015NHTSA campaign 14V800000944 vehicles affected

    The warning light may not come on when tire pressure is low. An underinflated tire could lose all pressure, increasing crash risk. Dealers will reconfigure the vehicle from a lowline TPMS to a highline TPMS free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
    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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 138, "Tire pressure monitoring systems."
    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 recall is P76.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  9. Front seat side airbags may be installed incorrectly

    Reported November 6, 2013Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 13V555000374 vehicles affected

    The front seat side airbags may not be installed correctly and may fail to deploy as intended in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and reinstall them as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  10. Engine may stall in cold temperatures

    Reported June 4, 2013Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 13V23800012,872 vehicles affected

    The engine may stall when the temperature is 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. A stall while driving may increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  11. Incorrect rear calipers may disable parking brake

    Reported April 3, 2013Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 13V12400046 vehicles affected

    Incorrect rear brake calipers may make the parking brake inoperable, allowing the vehicle to roll when parked and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the affected calipers free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    PARKING BRAKE
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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