2012 DODGE DART Complaints and Recall Information
The 2012 DODGE DART has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to brake components, powertrain concerns including stalling, and airbag installation problems based on recall data.
There are 7 recalls affecting various systems primarily related to braking, powertrain, and safety equipment. These recalls address defects that could increase the risk of crash or injury. Below is a summary of each recall.
Recalls- Parking brake calipers. Recall 13V124000 affected 46 vehicles built with incorrect rear brake calipers. The parking brake may become inoperable, increasing the risk of vehicle rollaway. Dealers will replace the brake calipers free of charge. Recall began April 29, 2013.
- Engine stall in cold weather. Recall 13V238000 covered 12,872 vehicles with 1.4L MultiAir turbo engines and dual dry clutch transmissions manufactured through February 2013. Engine may stall at 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder, risking crashes. Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module at no cost. Recall began July 22, 2013.
- Side airbag installation. Recall 13V555000 involved 374 vehicles with Mopar 13 trim package built between May and August 2013. Front seat side airbags may not be properly installed, potentially failing to deploy in a crash. Dealers will inspect and reinstall airbags as required. Recall began December 19, 2013.
- Brake booster oil contamination. Recall 15V800000 affected 105,425 vehicles with 2.0L or 2.4L engines manufactured through January 2014. Engine oil may seep into the brake booster, damaging it and causing loss of brake assist, increasing stopping distances. Inspections and replacements of affected parts will be performed free. Recall began May 9, 2016.
- Transmission control module failure. Recall 15V542000 covered 23,564 vehicles from 2013-2015. The transmission control module may fail causing unexpected shifts into neutral and loss of power, raising crash risks. Dealers will replace the control module and bracket at no charge. Recall began January 15, 2016.
- Shifter cable bushing failure. Recall 19V293000 affected 298,439 vehicles from 2013-2016 with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the cable to detach, preventing proper gear selection. Vehicle may roll away despite being in PARK. Dealers will replace the affected bushing free of charge. Recall began September 5, 2019.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, safety defects, or unresolved recall issues may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Legal consultation is recommended for those facing ongoing problems with their vehicles.
2012 DODGE DART Summary
2012
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
440720
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2012 DODGE DART
298439 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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.
Risk: 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.
2012 DODGE DART
23564 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
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.
Risk: If the transmission shifts into neutral, it can cause loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
2012 DODGE DART
105425 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
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.
Risk: 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.
2012 DODGE DART
374 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
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.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating SAB deployment, the SABs may fail to deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
2012 DODGE DART
12872 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN
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.
Risk: If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
2012 DODGE DART
46 vehicles affected
PARKING BRAKE
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.
Risk: If the parking brake is inoperable, the vehicle could roll when parked increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.