Dodge Dart Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Dodge Dart — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Caution | 2 | 176 | 6 | 1 | — | Unknown Or Other | Full report → |
| 2015Worst | Avoid | 3 | 379 | 25 | 14 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2014 | Avoid | 1 | 267 | 24 | 4 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2013Best | Caution | 1 | 168 | 8 | 4 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
4 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Dodge Dart Problems
Based on 990 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Dart Years to Avoid
Best Dart Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Dodge Dart Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Dodge Dart Reliability
What year Dart has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 Dodge Dart had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 379 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2015 report for specific defects.
Is the Dodge Dart reliable?
The Dodge Dart has accumulated 990 owner-filed complaints and 7 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2013 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Dart.
What are the most common Dart problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Power Train (226 reports), Engine (156 reports), Electrical System (123 reports), Unknown Or Other (123 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Dart has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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