2012 Dodge Dart Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2012 Dodge Dart.
Worst 2012 Dodge Dart Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Brakes
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Dodge Dart.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 446 | 11 | 4 | 54,073 mi | |
| Brakes | 252 | 26 | 3 | 39,575 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 169 | 2 | 6 | 49,527 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 163 | 4 | 7 | 39,709 mi | |
| Airbags | 67 | 25 | 1 | 54,981 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 41 | 2 | — | 52,210 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 36 | 4 | — | 39,644 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 31 | — | — | 72,238 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 29 | 1 | 1 | 56,250 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 25 | 2 | — | 25,817 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 23 | 3 | — | 34,275 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 21 | 3 | — | 69,801 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 21 | — | — | 16,106 mi | |
| Fuel System | 18 | 1 | 1 | 50,857 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 12 | — | — | 33,396 mi | |
| Body Structure | 11 | 3 | 1 | 57,913 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 9 | — | — | 38,794 mi | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 7 | 1 | — | 35,032 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 5 | — | — | 5,000 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2012 Dodge Dart
6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~440,720 vehicles.
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.
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.
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.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured May 10, 2013, through August 24, 2013 and equipped with the Mopar 13 trim package. In the affected vehicles, the front seat mounted side airbags (SAB) may not have been properly installed into the seat.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured March 1, 2012, through February 28, 2013 and equipped with a 1.4L MultiAir turbo engine and dual dry clutch transmission. These vehicles may experience an engine stall when the temperature is 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured on November 27, 2012. Some vehicles may have been built with incorrect rear brake calipers, which could result in an inoperable parking brake.
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2012 Dodge Dart — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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