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#BS-2016-DODDAR-6AE62016 Dodge Dart
Based on reports from 333 owners and 5 recalls for this exact model.
Preliminary Verdict
Red Flag
Based on 333 complaints, 21 crashes, 9 fires, and 5 recalls. Complaint rate is 1.6x the class average.
Top reported problems
thermostat failure
5 complaints • Severity 7.2/10
clutch pedal sticks to the floor engine stalls
2 complaints • Severity 10/10
control arm broke while turning
1 complaints • Severity 8/10
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
67 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 46K miles.
Failure Timeline by Mileage
Peak failure range: 30–60K miles (85 reports) • Median: 46K miles
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Worst Case
Top cost driver: Engine (67 reports).
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Owner Intelligence
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Where the complaints fall
2016 Dodge Dart: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 20% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Dart, with 67 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 46,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 46K-mile mark.
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 18% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Dart, with 60 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Dart, with 46 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Brakes Issues
Brakes complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Dart, with 26 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to brakes-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.
Complaint trend by year
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2016 Dodge Dart. Recent trend: stable.
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Recall History (5 recalls)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured July 25, 2015, to December 16, 2015 and equipped with a 2.0L engine and a manual transmission. Additionally included are certain 2015 Dodge Dart vehicles similarly equipped and brought in for dealer service between September 15, 2015 and January 12, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the powertrain control module that monitors the engine torque output may be missing a backup layer of software.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured April 13, 2015, to June 7, 2016. Due to voltage spikes caused by a problem within the windshield washer pump, the windshield wiper circuit may fail.
EQUIPMENT
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
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.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
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.
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
The worst model year for the Dodge Dart is the 2013 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.
2016 Dodge Dart vs. Class Average (Midsize Cars)
This vehicle
333
Class avg
213
1.6x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical midsize cars vehicles.
Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 333 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 5 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
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