NHTSA lists 257 complaints for the 2016 Dodge Dart, 14 of them mention a crash and 4 mention a fire. 7 complaints mention an injury, with 9 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as DODGE DART.
Model-generated complaint tags
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
Failure modes| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| mechanical failure | 86 | 33.5% | 0.88 |
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| loss of control | 85 | 33.1% | 0.82 |
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| electrical electronic | 32 | 12.5% | 0.85 |
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| visibility or lighting | 16 | 6.2% | 0.86 |
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| unclear | 14 | 5.4% | 0.88 |
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| restraint or airbag | 7 | 2.7% | 0.90 |
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| fluid or fuel leak | 6 | 2.3% | 0.83 |
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| noise or comfort | 5 | 1.9% | 0.62 |
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| fire or overheating | 4 | 1.6% | 0.81 |
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| structural or corrosion | 2 | 0.8% | 0.82 |
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Severities| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| moderate | 164 | 63.8% | 0.81 |
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| low | 70 | 27.2% | 0.72 |
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| high | 18 | 7.0% | 0.88 |
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| none | 4 | 1.6% | 0.73 |
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| critical | 1 | 0.4% | 0.99 |
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Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 257 tagged complaints of 257 complaints (100.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
Recalls
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5 recalls.
Date: 2025-10-09. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2019-04-11. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
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. (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
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 (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-12-21. Systems: 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 fo (excerpt)
Consequence: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire. (excerpt)
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 i (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2016-11-08. Systems: VISIBILITY.
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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2016-02-26. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
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 m (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
193 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 61 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 47 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 38 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 34 |
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| STRUCTURE | 21 |
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| ENGINE | 12 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 |
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| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 |
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11022011
Date: 2025-08-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
11022026
Date: 2025-08-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only.
11022027
Date: 2025-08-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only.
11022012
Date: 2025-08-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
11022003
Date: 2025-08-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates
11012010
Date: 2024-12-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
FUEL VAPOR CANISTER FILTER EVAP Fuel Filters are to be checked for restriction / blockage on a regular schedule as indicated in the Owner s Manual. If the Filter is restricted or blocked then replace the part. For customers that drive light duty trucks in extreme dusty and dirty road conditions, ple
11008292
Date: 2024-09-30. Type: Other. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
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11006983
Date: 2024-08-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
"2.4L Excessive Oil Consumption XB1 Warranty Extension The customer may describe one or more of the following: a Oil pressure low indicator lamp illumination between oil changes. a Excessive oil consumption. This bulletin involves performing an oil consumption verification test and possibly repl
11006616
Date: 2024-08-21. Type: Other. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
U90 Parts Ordering
11005320
Date: 2024-07-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
"Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: Verify current warranty policy to determine if digital imaging pre-authorization is required or p