The 2016 Dodge Dart is associated with 256 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 5 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Powertrain, accounting for 59 reports (23% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 10 certified vehicle configurations spanning 1.4l 4-cyl, 2l 4-cyl, and 2.4l 4-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 25 to 32 MPG combined.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 256 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 5 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Powertrain (59 / 23%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 14 crash / 4 fire / 7 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
- • EPA Efficiency: 25–32 MPG (10 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Dart Aero | 1.4L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM6) | 28 MPG | 38 MPG | 32 MPG | — | $2,400 / yr |
| Dart Aero | 1.4L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 28 MPG | 39 MPG | 32 MPG | — | $2,400 / yr |
| Dart | 1.4L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 27 MPG | 38 MPG | 31 MPG | — | $2,450 / yr |
| Dart | 1.4L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM6) | 27 MPG | 36 MPG | 30 MPG | — | $2,550 / yr |
| Dart | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 25 MPG | 35 MPG | 29 MPG | — | $2,100 / yr |
| Dart | 2.4L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 23 MPG | 34 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,300 / yr |
| Dart | 2.4L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 22 MPG | 34 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,300 / yr |
| Dart | 2L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 24 MPG | 33 MPG | 27 MPG | — | $2,300 / yr |
| Dart GT | 2.4L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 23 MPG | 33 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $2,350 / yr |
| Dart GT | 2.4L 4-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 22 MPG | 31 MPG | 25 MPG | — | $2,450 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| 4 DR FWD | | | | | 10.7% |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as No and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2016 Dodge Dart models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Defect Summary: 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.
Free Manufacturer 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.
Affected Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Summary: 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.
Free Manufacturer 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.
Affected Component: EQUIPMENT
Defect Summary: 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
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
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