Recalls
6campaigns
3 power train · 1 equipment · 1 electrical
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
527filed
Owner reports, 2012–2016 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
5★overall
★★★★★ Frontal 5★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 4★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
32mpg combined
$2,041/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
1.4 L 4-cyl· Automatic
9 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (6)
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2015 Dodge Dart. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Detached Shifter Cable May Cause Vehicle Rollaway
Power train · automatic transmission · lever and linkage · floor shift
Official NHTSA text
- 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.
Repair progress not yet reported298,439 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Shifter Cable Bushing May Detach From Transmission
Power train · automatic transmission
Official NHTSA text
- 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.
48% repairedof 298,439 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
Equipment
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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
- Consequence
- If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
- 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 is T82.
48.3% repairedof 61,791 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Powertrain Control Module Missing Backup Software
Electrical system · software
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
82.3% repairedof 1,122 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 16V113000
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Transmission Control Module Failure
Power train · automatic transmission · control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Official NHTSA text
- 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.
83.1% repairedof 23,564 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System/FMVSS 138
Tires · pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
90.7% repairedof 944 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (527)
527 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
32involved a crash
7involved a fire
23injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 527 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 181 | 34.3% |
| Engine | 141 | 26.8% |
| Electrical system | 118 | 22.4% |
| Unknown or other | 93 | 17.6% |
| Service brakes | 68 | 12.9% |
| Steering | 34 | 6.5% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 26 | 4.9% |
| Vehicle speed control | 26 | 4.9% |
| Air bags | 24 | 4.6% |
| Electronic stability control | 24 | 4.6% |
How 2015 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 |
This year (2015)Other yearsStill collecting reports
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
Overall★★★★★
Frontal crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 4★★★★★★
Side crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 10.7%★★★★☆
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2015 Dodge Dart 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 32 mpg combined
32
mpg combined
28
city
38
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 280 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
$2,041per year
$170per month
469gallons a year
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 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 33 / 27 | $2,500 | 327 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 34 / 27 | $2,500 | 328 |
| 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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2015 Dodge Dart FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 Dodge Dart have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns: 25V674000 (power train), 19V293000 (power train), 17V824000 (equipment), 16V113000 (electrical), 15V542000 (power train), 14V800000 (tire). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 Dodge Dart problems?
Owners filed 527 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (181), Engine (141), Electrical system (118) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 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 2015 Dodge Dart get?
NHTSA rated the 2015 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 2015 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 2015 drew 527. 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.
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