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What owners say
Overview
Sentiment is sharply divided, with owner experiences ranging from highly positive long-term reliability to severe and recurring mechanical failures. A subset of long-term owners report excellent dependability, with vehicles running "like ne
Best version
Insufficient owner data available for a definitive recommendation. One owner reported a positive long-term experience with a 2013 SXT trim. Another owner with a 1.4L turbo engine reported good reliability, while others reported severe issue
Generation by generation
Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).
Complaints and recalls by model yearSource: NHTSA (US)Show table
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1,152 | 1 | power train |
Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.
Recall notices1 on record · Source: NHTSA (US)Show recalls
2013 · power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shiftcampaign 25V674000
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.
Specifications
Generation
Version
2.0 (160 Hp)
From 2012-2016
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