The 2014 Dodge Dart has 4 safety recalls and 373 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train (134 complaints).
Recalls4safety recalls
Complaints373filed by owners
Crashes · fires21 · 7reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths17 · 0reported in complaints
2014 Dodge Dart in an NHTSA crash test
Safety recalls
Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift
NHTSA recall 25V674000 · Oct 9, 2025 · 298,439 vehicles · opened 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.
Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift
Problem: 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.
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.
Fix: 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.
Components: Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift; Power train › Automatic transmission
Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Vacuum
NHTSA recall 15V800000 · Nov 25, 2015 · 105,425 vehicles
Problem: 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.
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.
Fix: 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.
Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
NHTSA recall 15V542000 · Aug 25, 2015 · 23,564 vehicles
Problem: 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.
Risk: If the transmission shifts into neutral, it can cause loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: 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 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
NHTSA side barrier crash testNHTSA side pole crash test
2014 Dodge Dart 4 DR FWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
10.7%
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 / highway
28 / 38 mpg
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
1.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AM6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,550/year to fuel
Dart Aero
32mpg combined
City / highway
28 / 39 mpg
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
1.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,550/year to fuel
Dart
30mpg combined
City / highway
27 / 36 mpg
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
1.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AM6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,750/year to fuel
Dart
29mpg combined
City / highway
25 / 35 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,300/year to fuel
Dart
27mpg combined
City / highway
23 / 34 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,500/year to fuel
Dart FFV
27mpg combined
City / highway
24 / 33 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,500/year to fuel
Dart
27mpg combined
City / highway
22 / 34 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,500/year to fuel
Dart GT
26mpg combined
City / highway
23 / 33 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,600/year to fuel
Dart GT
25mpg combined
City / highway
22 / 31 mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,700/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 area
Complaints
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Typical mileage*
Power train Shift linkage/cable/rod; Clutch assembly
134
2
0
0
57,416 mi
Engine
104
3
2
0
37,000 mi
Unknown or other
75
1
1
0
49,500 mi
Electrical system Software
74
3
4
0
38,300 mi
Service brakes
60
8
1
3
32,763 mi
Steering
20
5
1
0
24,970 mi
Vehicle speed control
18
1
0
2
29,800 mi
Wheels Rim
12
3
0
10
15,500 mi
Suspension
11
3
0
0
23,940 mi
Fuel/propulsion system
11
1
0
0
37,000 mi
Electronic stability control (esc)
10
0
1
0
60,000 mi
Structure Body
9
4
2
0
12,500 mi
*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Recent owner complaints
Jul 2, 2026 · 67,431 miles · crashPower train The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while in a drive-through, the vehicle suddenly lost power and failed to restart. The gear shifter failed to shift into drive or reverse. The contact stated that the vehicle then suddenly shifted into reverse and crashed into the vehicle behind. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic but was not repaired. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of…
Oct 8, 2025Unknown or other Why send out notifications about this recall a year ago and there is still no fix?? Oct 09, 2025 Manufacturer Recall NumberA0C NHTSA Recall Number25V-674 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete, remedy not yet available
Sep 8, 2026Engine The dealer - inflicted electric steering failure happened during the execution of Recall V34.
Aug 16, 2026Unknown or other Pulling back in to drive way, car wouldn't go into park and just cut off. Took it to Randy Marion Dodge of [XXX] of [XXX], and they're saying its the recall but there is not parts available to fix it because Dodge hasn't released the parts. This my only car I have to have to means of transportation to get back in forth to work. Meanwhile Dodge said they could fix it, but its going to cost me $920. Dodge should be to ones paying for this. They also want release a loaner car or a rental provision. How is this right?????????? INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Aug 12, 2026 · 89,000 milesPower train The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle shuddered. The contact was concerned that the vehicle would independently accelerate and engaged the parking brake. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed the part was not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…
Feb 1, 2024 · 105,000 milesPower train The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that upon shifting into park(P), the vehicle rolled forward and the system failed to recognize that the gear shifter was in park(P). The contact called the dealer, and the vehicle was towed to the dealer. While at the dealer, the contact was informed that the failure was associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V293000 (Power Train) and the vehicle was repaired under the recall. After the recall repair was performed, the key failed to come out of the ignition switch after shifting into park(P). The contact was forced to move the gear shifter back and forth until hearing a clicking sound, and the key was able to be removed from the…
Mar 1, 2025 · 150,000 milesPower train The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle was physically rocked while in park(P) to enable the transmission to recognize the gear shifter position. Additionally, the vehicle frequently failed to turn off while shifted into park(P). The contact had to cycle the gear shifter between park(P) and reverse(R) until a clicking sound was heard, allowing the ignition to disengage. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was previously repaired by the dealer, but the failure persisted. The contact later discovered that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the dealer confirmed that parts for…
Jul 27, 2026Power train In October 2025, FCA issued Recall A0C for the shift cable on my daughterâs 2014 Dodge Dart. Beginning shortly after the recall was announced, we contacted multiple Dodge dealerships on several occasions to have the recall repair performed. Every dealership gave us the same response: the replacement part was unavailable, and we would be contacted when it arrived. We were never contacted, and the part remains unavailable. Before the recall could be completed, the recalled shift cable failed exactly as described in the recall. The vehicle became stuck in reverse and could not be shifted properly, leaving my daughter stranded. Because the vehicle could not be fully turned off, it remained in…
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
RQ25002 · opened Jun 30, 2025 · closed Dec 12, 2025 · led to recall 25E065Recall 19V-293 Post Remedy Failures On June 30, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened RQ25002 to investigate and review the effectiveness of Recall 19V-293. This recall was intended to address deterioration and detachment of shifter cable bushings by replacing them with an improved bushing that is less susceptible to deterioration from chemicals, oils, and solvents in MY2013-2016 Dodge Dart vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions and manufactured by Fiat Chrysler Automotive US LLC (FCA US). If the shifter cable becomes detached from the transmission, the transmission gear position may not match the driverâs intended gear selection. This mismatch could result in unintended vehicle movement or rollaway when the driver believes the transmission is in PARK, increasing the risk of a crash and/or injury. ODI has received sixty-three (63) Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQ) alleging worn or misadjusted…
PE15024 · opened Jun 18, 2015 · closed Dec 9, 2015Brake Power Assist Failure On November 24, 2015, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, US LLC, (FCA), submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) to NHTSA regarding a brake booster defect in approximately 105,458 model year (MY) 2013 through 2014Dodge Dart vehicles equipped with a 2.0L or 2.4L engine and produced between February 27, 2012 and January 23, 2014 (NHTSA Recall# 15V-800, FCA Recall# R63).According to FCA's DIR, the affected vehicles, may experience engine oil migration from the vacuum pump to the brake booster.Brake booster diaphragms exposed to oil may become damaged, resulting in a loss of brake power assist.FCA's recall will inspect the affected vehicles for the presence of engine oil in the brake booster.If no oil is found, the vacuum tube assembly will be replaced with a new design part.If oil is found, the vacuum pump, vacuum tube assembly, brake booster and master cylinder will be replaced.On June 18,…