Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2014 Dodge Dart. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Detached Shifter Cable May Cause Vehicle Rollaway
- Summary
- 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. The remedy is currently under development. 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.
Shifter Cable Bushing May Detach From Transmission
- Summary
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 is V34.
Power Brake Booster Contamination
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Transmission Control Module Failure
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the transmission shifts into neutral, it can cause loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
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Owner complaints (371)
371 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 371 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 132 | 35.6% |
| Engine | 104 | 28% |
| Electrical system | 74 | 19.9% |
| Unknown or other | 74 | 19.9% |
| Service brakes | 65 | 17.5% |
| Steering | 20 | 5.4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 4.9% |
| Wheels | 12 | 3.2% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 | 3% |
| Suspension | 11 | 3% |
How 2014 compares with other Dart years
Best and worst Dart years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1,081 | 6 |
| 2013 | 284 | 1 |
| 2014 | 371 | 4 |
| 2015 | 527 | 6 |
| 2016 | 257 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2014 Dodge Dart 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 32 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 280 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 32 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 38 / 32 | $2,550 | 280 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 / 39 / 32 | $2,550 | 279 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 36 / 30 | $2,750 | 292 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 35 / 29 | $2,300 | 309 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 34 / 27 | $2,500 | 328 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 33 / 27 | $2,500 | 327 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 34 / 27 | $2,500 | 334 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 33 / 26 | $2,600 | 336 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 31 / 25 | $2,700 | 350 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2014 Dodge Dart FAQ
How many recalls does the 2014 Dodge Dart have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 25V674000 (power train), 19V293000 (power train), 15V800000 (brake), 15V542000 (power train). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2014 Dodge Dart problems?
Owners filed 371 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (132), Engine (104), Electrical system (74) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2014 Dodge Dart get?
EPA rates the 1.4 L 4-cyl · Automatic version at 28 city, 38 highway and 32 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2014 Dodge Dart get?
NHTSA rated the 2014 Dodge Dart 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (10.7% rollover risk).
How does the 2014 Dart compare with other years?
Among the 2012–2016 Dodge Dart model years at least five years old, the 2016 drew the fewest complaints (257) and the 2012 the most (1,081). The 2014 drew 371. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.