NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 1,175 owner complaints for the 2013 Dodge Dart. Most complaints involve power train (523) and service brakes (257). The EPA rates it 24–32 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
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.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“"URGENT COMPLIANCE ESCALATION FOR NHTSA ID: 11766087. My VIN lookup on Oct 09, 2026, explicitly shows Campaign 25V-674 is 'Incomplete, remedy not yet available.' However, a Chrysler corporate supervisor falsely informed me that my repair was frozen and sent to their 'legal department' because I filed a state consumer complaint. Chrysler is actively misleading consumers and weaponizing internal 'legal reviews' to mask their failure to provide a federally mandated safety recall remedy for a severe rollaway hazard on a vehicle that belonged to my late son who passed away in 2023. I demand federal enforcement step in."”
“On June 11, 2026, I took my vehicle to a certified dealership to have safety recall R63 (NHTSA Campaign Number 15V-800) performed. The dealership inspected the vehicle, claimed no oil was found at the break booster, and only replaced the vacuum supply tube, leaving the original vacuum pump in place. Recently, I experienced a sudden and total loss of power brake assist while driving, resulting in a rock hard brake pedal. Upon inspecting the vehicle myself, I disconnected the vacuum hose directly at the mechanical vacuum pump and found visible oil pooling at the pump's output fitting. I have captured this on video. This oil migration is the exact defect the recall is intended to fix, and it has now destroyed my brake booster. I had the vehicle towed to the dealership on 7/8/2026. However, the service manager is refusing to replace the brake booster and master cylinder under the R63 recall. They claim the booster failed for unrelated reasons, despite the physical evidence of the oil leak originating from the vacuum pump. The initial recall repair was ineffective at correcting the defect, and the dealership is improperly denying me the federally mandated safety…”
“Car goes into limp mode dash flash transmission issue then put car into limp mode when causing to have stop on the interstate and then car will not crank over after turning it off then if fires up after awhile but is still in limp mode”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dart Aero Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.4 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 38 | 32 | $2,500 | 280 |
| Dart Aero Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.4 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,500 | 279 |
| Dart Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.4 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 38 | 31 | $2,550 | 285 |
| Dart Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.4 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 36 | 30 | $2,650 | 292 |
| Dart Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 35 | 29 | $2,200 | 309 |
| Dart Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 33 | 27 | $2,400 | 328 |
| Dart Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, FFV · Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 33 | 27 | $2,400 | 327 |
| Dart Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 33 | 26 | $2,450 | 336 |
| Dart Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,700 | 379 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
1 safety recall as of Oct 28, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 1,175 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (523), service brakes (257), electrical system (185). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2013 Dodge Dart at 24–32 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (9 versions rated).
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2013 Dodge Dart 5 out of 5 stars overall.