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2013 Dodge Dart recalls & problems

The 2013 Dodge Dart has 1 safety recall and 287 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train (160 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints287filed by owners
Crashes · fires8 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2013 Dodge Dart in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Power trainOct 9, 2025

Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift

Recall 25V674000298,439 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
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.
Risk
A loss of park function may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
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.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2013 Dodge Dart 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.7%
2013 Dodge Dart NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2013 Dodge Dart NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Dart Aero

32mpg combined
City / highway28 / 38 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AM6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,550/year to fuel

Dart Aero

32mpg combined
City / highway28 / 39 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,550/year to fuel

Dart

31mpg combined
City / highway27 / 38 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,650/year to fuel

Dart

30mpg combined
City / highway27 / 36 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AM6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,750/year to fuel

Dart

29mpg combined
City / highway25 / 35 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,300/year to fuel

Dart

27mpg combined
City / highway24 / 33 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,500/year to fuel

Dart FFV

27mpg combined
City / highway24 / 33 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,500/year to fuel

Dart

26mpg combined
City / highway23 / 33 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,600/year to fuel

Dart

24mpg combined
City / highway21 / 30 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,800/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Power trainShift linkage/cable/rod; Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift16070283,500 mi
Electrical systemAlternator/generator/regulator5700184,658 mi
Engine5110086,000 mi
Unknown or other3500157,000 mi
Service brakes2300094,000 mi
Visibility/wiper2000080,000 mi
Air bags1910275,000 mi
Vehicle speed control1510085,500 mi
Seat belts11000—
Electronic stability control (esc)900174,713 mi
Exterior lighting610093,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system600086,245 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations