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1966 Dodge Dart problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 1966 Dodge Dart — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 1966 compare to other Dart years?

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What are the most common 1966 Dodge Dart problems?

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Electrical System1100%

Does the 1966 Dodge Dart have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

66V008001Tires & WheelsOctober 12, 1966 · 1,101 units

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

VEHICLE WAS PARKED INSIDE OF THE GARAGE AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. CONSUMER CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED, AND TOTALED BY THE INSURANCE COMPANY. *AK

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 15, 2004 · fire

1966 Dodge Dart — common questions

Is the 1966 Dodge Dart reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 1966 Dodge Dart have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1966 Dodge Dart. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.