CarComplaints.com Notes: The first year of the new Dodge Dart had a rough start, with owners reporting a disproportionate number of engine and transmission problems.

For transmission, the main complaints are transmission failure & rough shifting. So far, average mileage for transmission failure is 25,000 miles. Not good.

For engine problems, it usually starts with the engine light coming on for any number of reasons: bad sensors, ignition coil replacement, bad wiring, faulty gas cap ... dealers are replacing various components with varying degrees of success, or telling owners they can't duplicate the issue.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
5 / 7
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 2
Average Mileage:
35,236 miles

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2013 Dodge Dart Owner Comments (Page 5 of 11)

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problem #121

Mar 202018

Dart

  • 31,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Before starting vehicle, clutch pedal goes straight to floor and has to be pulled back up into position. Problem occurs multiple times a week. After clutch is pumped a few times, it regains pressure and is able to be driven. Vehicle has less than 35,000 miles but is over the 5 year warranty. Extended warranty will cover it with a $100 deductible. Dealership advised that I will probably have to pay for a clutch replacement even though there is an extended warranty/ known issue on the master cylinder and hydraulic fluid leaking throughout clutch components. Also had the turbo and exhaust manifold gasket replaced at 20,000 miles after check engine light kept coming on and vehicle lost power. At one point the check engine light came on and the vehicle lost almost all power while trying to merge onto I-95 in Washington DC, almost causing me to be rear ended by another vehicle. It took 4 trips to the dealership for the problem to be recreated and eventually fixed under warranty. The emergency brake stopped working at about 15,000 miles but I was told that my vehicle was not one affected by the caliper recall. Paid for caliper replacement out of pocket. Lots of problems with this car, but dealership keeps telling me they "cannot replicate the issue".

- Latrobe, PA, USA

problem #120

Jun 222018

Dart

  • 79,000 miles
I was on my way to work@ 0730 hrs, traveling on I 294 N/B, at a speed of approx 45/50 mph when I heard a loud pop. As I attempted to reduce my speed, to move out of the flow of traffic, I noticed my brakes were no longer functioning. I pulled the hand break up, which did not respond, I pushed it down and pulled it up a second time, which barely slowed my vehicle, but did allow me to coast to a slow stop on the shoulder. At this time, the hood of the vehicle was engulfed in flames. I exited the vehicle and a man who had been traveling behind me, pulled over to say that he had seen flames coming from my tail pipe, before the engine compartment burst into flame. I immediately called 911. I waited in the rain for Illinois state police and the fire dept to respond. State police report#il 0229900 was made upon the troopers arrival.

- Lansing, IL, USA

problem #119

May 022018

Dart

  • 75,000 miles
The 2013 Dodge Dart with the 1.4L turbo engine was a vehicle made that was made in murphy's law (everything that could go wrong, will go wrong). Since purchasing this used vehicle in 2016 with 43,000 miles on the engine I have had multiple occurrences of mechanical problems. The first issue I have had was the turbo. I had to have the turbo replaced under warranty (common issue). Then, multiple instrument gauge failures. Next, several clutch problems (clutch sticking to the floor even when driving). This issue was not fixed as the dealer does not believe this to be an issue. If researched it will show that this is a common problem thousands have with this vehicle. Then, next set of issues began with multiple caliper seizings. The car was taken to a mechanic other than the dealership. They determined that these parts were faulty and suffered from a recall that effected several cars. When calling customer care for Dodge. They refused to do anything because my VIN was not involved with that specific group of cars. I paid for the repair out of pocket and then suffered through two additional caliper failures. All repairs out of my own pocket. This is also another common issue. Now, I am currently going through a valve cover gasket failure on a vehicle that has been maintained at 75,000 miles (common issue). Now that I am out of warranty on a 5 year/100,000 mile warranty. Dodge claims to have started the warranty in 2012 on a 2013 year vehicle. This vehicle should be listed as one of the most dangerous, expensive, and poorly made vehicles to exist. All of these issues have occurred while driving on a highway almost causing me to crash several times. Through Dodge-Dart.org you will see several dangerous and negligible choices made by Fiat Chrysler and how dangerous this car can be to the public. I believe Dodge should offer an extended warranty up to 10 year/200,000 miles.

- Springfield, MO, USA

problem #118

Mar 122018

Dart 4-cyl

  • 94,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Over three times while driving my autostick not available and service transmission light has come on. Car sputters and comes to a stop. Once it happened on a 23 mile bridge where I was almost in an accident because of it. Dealership has had car over 5 times and the second transmission failed same day I got my car back. I still do not have my car back

- Covington, LA, USA

problem #117

Mar 262018

Dart

  • 125,000 miles
Service transmission message on dash after about 50 miles of driving normal. Won't shift into second gear until 4200 RPM drops to 1000 RPM then shifts into third gear early at 2400 RPM when turned vehicle off and try to turn back on it says autostick not available. Clear all codes works fine. It's been at the dealership 4 times with no diagnosis. They have done the transmission control module recall twice. Every time it has happened there has been about a month in between. Tends to happen after about driving 50 miles normally.

- Davison, MI, USA

problem #116

Mar 032018

Dart

  • 78,200 miles
While vehicle was in motion and I proceeded to make a right hand turn the vehicle stalled out causing me to shift the gear into park before starting the vehicle back up. But as I tried starting the vehicle it hesitated to start and I had to wait a moment maybe three to seven minutes before I was able to get the vehicle started again only to have it stall out again while making another right hand turn. I also noticed the interior lights flashing on the dash as well as a blinking check engine light appearing.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #115

Jan 152017

Dart

  • 40,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. While driving 30 mph, the "gear not available switch to neutral drive in reverse" message illuminated. When the contact placed the gear into reverse, the vehicle failed to move and "service transmission" illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to bud clary auburn Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (2925 auburn way N, auburn, wa 98002) where the transmission module and gear shift module were replaced; however, the same failure occurred the next day. The vehicle was currently at the dealer. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000. The VIN was unavailable.

- Kent, WA, USA

problem #114

Dec 042017

Dart

  • miles
Air bag light keeps coming on stating air bag maintenance required. Blinks on and off longs car is started. Been happening for about a month now.

- Sykesville, MD, USA

problem #113

Jan 012018

Dart

  • 80,000 miles
When trying to accelerate it is very hesitant to go, then it will over rev and the rpms will go up but it will not go any faster. It will only happen it second and third gear

- Tuscon, AZ, USA

problem #112

Nov 042017

Dart

  • 47,000 miles
On the first drive of the day within the first mile the car shuts off. The starter grinds when trying to restart and after several minutes will turnover and then drives fine. Has occurred six times most recently sat 11-4 after turning left on a level surface the car shut down and coasted to a stop. Took three tries to restart and then drove fine.

- Norwalk, CT, USA

problem #111

Mar 012017

Dart

  • 49,821 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that the engine failed and stalled several times without warning while driving approximately 40 to 45 mph. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced due to an internal engine failure. The contact did not know the specific cause of the engine failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and the dealer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 49,821.

- Gerrardstown, WV, USA

problem #110

Jun 082017

Dart

  • miles
2013 Dodge Dart. Consumer writes in regards to defective clutch system. The consumer stated after approaching a red light, the clutch stuck to the floor. Also, the turbo charger failed and needed to be replaced. An O-ring melted which caused oil to leak onto all of the spark plug tubes and destroyed the oil separator. The vehicle was repaired. The consumer requested to be reimbursed. Updated 09/25/2017

- East Hartford, CT, USA

problem #109

Aug 162017

Dart

  • 58,005 miles
This car has gone through cylinders, spark plugs, 3 batteries including the factory one, throttle control computer all in less than 50K miles. Never gets more than 10K miles before there is another issue, quite possible the worst vehicle I have ever purchased and there's no doubt in my mind after reading forum after forum of the exact same issues experienced by hundreds if not thousands of other owners and dealer responses that there was good reason to discontinue the production of this model and the model years thereafter. Unfortunately, we are all stuck with payments on cars that put us at significant safety risk because of frequent and random stall outs, including one that happened to myself at highway speed, and another on a dark desolate country road, and fca won't do anything about it other than offer a 5% discount on a brand new vehicle, for which comparable size and price no longer exists within the brand. This car is the definition of a lemon, we bought it certified used from Dodge after the car had a single owner and with neither the dealership nor the brand offering any sort of significant assistance in remedying this product defect other than repairs within warranty that keep us on the road for another month before the next breakdown, we are forced to pay for and drive a vehicle that puts our family at risk even more than in general. Unbelievable.

- Edgemoor, SC, USA

problem #108

Jul 202017

Dart

  • 40 miles
Takata recall while my vehicle is in motion on street or highway my vehicle begins to jerk. Also when coming to a stop or having to use my brakes before making or coming to a turn I have to use excessive force to come to a complete stop or to slow down, when doing that my car begins to shake.

- Susanville, CA, USA

problem #107

Aug 092017

Dart

  • 29,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. While driving various low speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 29,000.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

problem #106

May 152017

Dart

  • 77,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. While the contact's wife was driving 10 mph, the vehicle lost power and stalled without warning. The driver was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to john hiester Chrysler Dodge Jeep (940 N main St, lillington, nc 27546) where it was diagnosed that the rings and pistons had cracked due to the contact putting an aftermarket cbv valve on the vehicle. The engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that since the failure was caused by the contact using an aftermarket part, they could not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000.

- Willow Spring, NC, USA

problem #105

Jun 022017

Dart

  • 97,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning and the "check engine" indicator illuminated. In addition, the traction control indicator illuminated and the driver could not accelerate. The vehicle was diagnosed at ray laethen Dodge where it was determined that a traction control module failure occurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 97,000.

- Detroit, MI, USA

problem #104

May 012017

Dart

  • 26,000 miles
Car shuts down while driving - battery light flashes and I am unable to accel. No power what-so-ever. This has happened 4 times twice at 45 mph and twice at 70 mph. Battery has been replaced twice. * car stereo/screen powers down while driving and resets * all lights in car go out for a short time and come back on * rushing water sound while accel. * car gets up to 4,000rpm's to go from zero to 30mph * issue with break delays * knocking sound from front right side of car

- Piscatway, NJ, USA

problem #103

May 012017

Dart

  • 36,201 miles
I was driving on freeway and check engine light came on. Next day took it to local shop and read code P0299 turbocharger under boost. Was told turbo needed to be replaced. Called Dodge and got an estimate of about $1500 to replace the turbo. Would not cover under warranty.

- Tinton Falls, NJ, USA

problem #102

Mar 272017

Dart

  • 66,100 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. While the vehicle was idling at a stop light, the vehicle lost engine power and shut off without warning. The contact placed the vehicle in park and restarted the vehicle. While driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle jerked and slowly lost power, but never shut off. The contact moved the vehicle to the road shoulder and then drove home with the hazard lights activated until the power returned to normal. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 66,100.

- Jersey City, NJ, USA

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