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2014 Dodge Dart problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2014 Dodge Dart sits mid-pack among Dart years: 557 NHTSA complaints, with 4 recalls and 2 closed investigations. Complainants reported 29 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (125), engine (105), and electrical system (85), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

557

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

2

Investigations

38

Crash-involved

13

Fires reported

29

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2014 compare to other Dart years?

Dart NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted1,533 complaints1966: 1 complaints1967: 0 complaints1968: 2 complaints1969: 0 complaints1970: 0 complaints1971: 0 complaints1972: 0 complaints1973: 0 complaints1974: 1 complaints1975: 0 complaints1976: 0 complaints1977: 0 complaints2012: 1,533 complaints2013: 410 complaints2014: 557 complaints2015: 794 complaints2016: 352 complaints
Dart NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Dodge Dart problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission12522%
Engine10519%
Electrical System8515%
Other7313%
Brakes6512%
Steering193%
Speed Control183%
Tires & Wheels183%
Suspension112%
Fuel System112%
Body & Structure92%
Airbags61%
Lighting51%
Driver Assistance41%
Seats10%
Latches & Locks10%
Visibility & Wipers10%

Does the 2014 Dodge Dart have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V674000TransmissionOctober 9, 2025 · 298,439 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A loss of park function may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Vehicles that were previously repaired under recall 19V293 will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim notification letters, explaining the safety risk, were mailed November 6, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is A0C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 16, 2025.

19V293000TransmissionApril 11, 2019 · 298,439 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

This recall will be replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V674. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission side shifter cable bushing, free of charge. The recall began September 5, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V34.

15V800000BrakesNovember 25, 2015 · 105,425 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster grommet for the presence of oil. If no oil is found, the vacuum tube assembly will be replaced. If oil is found, the vacuum pump, vacuum tube assembly, brake booster and master cylinder will be replaced. The recall began on May 9, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R63.

15V542000TransmissionAugust 25, 2015 · 23,564 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

If the transmission shifts into neutral, it can cause loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM and bracket, free of charge. Chrysler issued an interim notification to owners on October 14, 2015. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R42.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“IT STARTED BACK IN APRIL. MY CAR WOULDN'T GO INTO REVERSE. IT STARTED FLASHING THE R ON THE DASH THEN NEXT TO THE GEAR SHIFT. I TOOK IT INTO THE SHOP. IT THEN STARTED NOT GOING INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE. NOT ONLY WOULD THE LIGHTS FLASH AT ME BUT IT WOULD SAY PLACE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL THEN DRIVE OR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 11, 2019 · crash

“SO WE WERE DRIVING THE ROADS WERE WET AND IT WAS SNOWING AS WE SWITCHED LANES WE LOST CONTROL OF THE CAR ON THE HIGHWAY SPUN ABOUT 10 TIMES AND HIT A CEMENT BARRIER AT ABOUT 40 MILES HIT THE FRONT OF THE CAR AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AT ALL .”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 29, 2021 · crash

“The gear selected is saying that the car is park but it will not shut off . Had to move the shifter back and forward serval times before it stayed in park had this problem awhile don't think it was ever recalled. Thanks for your support in this matter”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 8, 2021 · crash

“JULY 14TH, 2014 I BOUGHT A DODGE DART VIN [XXX]. THE CAR WAS PROPERLY MAINTAINED. DID NOT HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR. WHILE DRIVING ON MAY 8TH, 2015. ON I-75 GOING ABOUT 70 MILES PER HOUR WITH THICK FLOW OF TRAFFIC. I HEARD AND FELT SOMETHING CRACK ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF MY CAR, UNDER MY FEET.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · April 8, 2015 · crash

“INTERIOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS FROM DAY 1. RANDOM ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SHUT OFF AND RESTART ALL THE TIME. ALSO BRAKES BECAME HARDER AND HARDER TO USE, UNTIL THEY STOPPED WORKING ALTOGETHER IN TRAFFIC, BUT STARTED WORKING AGAIN AFTER COLLISION”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · July 13, 2016 · crash

2014 Dodge Dart — common questions

Is the 2014 Dodge Dart reliable?

It is close to typical for the Dart: 557 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls, and 2 investigations on file.

What are the most common 2014 Dart problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (125 complaints), engine (105 complaints), electrical system (85 complaints).

Does the 2014 Dodge Dart have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2014 Dodge Dart. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2014 Dodge Dart under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

How safe is the 2014 Dodge Dart?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2014 Dodge Dart earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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.