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2015 Dodge Dart recalls & problems

The 2015 Dodge Dart has 6 safety recalls and 530 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train (182 complaints).

Recalls6safety recalls
Complaints530filed by owners
Crashes · fires32 · 7reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2015 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.
Power trainApr 11, 2019

Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift

Recall 19V293000298,439 vehicles

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

EquipmentDec 21, 2017

Equipment

Recall 17V82400061,791 vehicles

Problem
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
Risk
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Fix
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.
Electrical systemFeb 26, 2016

Software

Recall 16V1130001,122 vehicles

Problem
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.
Risk
Without a backup layer of software, the control module may fail to prevent an un-commanded torque event, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
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.
Power trainAug 25, 2015

Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Recall 15V54200023,564 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.
TiresDec 17, 2014

Pressure monitoring and regulating systems

Recall 14V800000944 vehicles

Problem
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."
Risk
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.
Fix
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.

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

2015 Dodge Dart 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.7%
2015 Dodge Dart NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2015 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

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 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

27mpg combined
City / highway23 / 34 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

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

Dart

27mpg combined
City / highway22 / 34 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

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

Dart GT

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 GT

25mpg combined
City / highway22 / 31 mpg
FuelRegular 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 areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Power trainShift linkage/cable/rod; Clutch assembly › Pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)18240062,500 mi
Engine14124044,000 mi
Electrical systemAlternator/generator/regulator; Ignition11832053,000 mi
Unknown or other9523055,000 mi
Service brakes6551455,500 mi
Steering3440240,988 mi
Fuel/propulsion system2610040,000 mi
Vehicle speed controlCruise control; Accelerator pedal2601052,222 mi
Air bags241701444,562 mi
Electronic stability control (esc)2400057,000 mi
Wheels2030213,000 mi
SuspensionFront › Macpherson strut1450417,500 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