2012 Dodge Dart: windshield wiper failure

Filed Oct 7, 2019 · Visibility · 90,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge dart. The contact stated that the windshield wipers did not stop when the wiper button was depressed. The vehicle was taken to keffer chrysler dodge (8214 e independence blvd, charlotte, nc 28227) where it was determined that the windshield wiper switch needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

Filed Oct 1, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 80,000 miles · CO

I was driving down the highway when it was raining then it stopped then it started up again and went to turn on my wipers and they wouldnt turn on, so I called a buddy of mine thats a mechanic and he told me its probly the steering column ribbon broke and sure enough I took it to dodge and thats what it was. This should be recalled for a defect and should be replaced at no charge this is a almost $500.00 part to replace it.

Filed Aug 25, 2019 · Visibility · 67,700 miles · FL

The windshield wiper stalk malfunctions, causing the wipers to stay in the on position even when the switch on the stalk says off. Through normal driver use, the spring/ribbon behind the stalk breaks or severs and use of wipers and mist is compromised. With wipers only working at one speed, in a heavy rain or no rain at all, the drivers vision is affected which could result in a crash. Researching online in dart forums and other posts, this issue is prevalent among this model of vehicle. The faulty wiper stalk could also be an indicator of a failing bcm. In my specific instance, the car was in motion and after attempting to mist my windshield and clear it of debris, no mist was dispensed and the wipers stayed on permanently

Filed Aug 5, 2019 · Visibility · 70,000 miles · VA

The multi-function swithc on the vehicle which controls the wipers, high beams, and turn signals is known to break through wear and tear or normal use. The switch is ran by a ribbon which controls the different functions of the switch and through normal use this part is known to break. My 2013 dodge dart rallye had this happen causing the windshield wipers to not turn off creating a safety and visibility issue for myself and my wife. There are numerous complaints on the internet about this issue yet dodge refuses to fix the issue knowing that the part is faulty. The total cost to have my vehicle repaired was over $900 for a part that shold be replaced by dodge as it is a known safety issue.

Filed Jul 2, 2019 · Visibility · AZ

Wipers dont shut of when cat is running continue running on the same speed, they will not turn off until the car is shut.

Filed Jun 27, 2019 · Visibility · 78,000 miles · FL

Wipers have turned and will not shut off while the car is running and am unable to change the speed of the wipers. It started with them turning on when the left blinker was activated, but they would shut off when the blinker did. They are now turning on every time the car is started and will not shut off until the car is turned off. They washer sprayer does not work anymore either. This is very distracting when trying to drive under normal conditions because the wipers keep moving in front of you and they screech horribly since the windshield is dry and the washer fluid no longer works. This is also very dangerous when driving in the rain because you can not change the speed of the wipers to keep up with the heaviness of the rain. I have found through many forums that this is a very common problem with this vehicle make and model.

Filed Apr 23, 2019 · Electrical, Visibility · TX

The ribbon cable that controls the windshield wipers has been severed, due to repeated use of the blinkers on the same control. The windshield wipers always run now, at a low speed. They can not be stopped, sped up, and can no longer use the wiper fluid dispenser.

Filed Mar 21, 2019 · Visibility · 80,000 miles · NJ

Driving approximately 25mph when the wipers turned on without me turning them on, full speed, and refused to turn off. Took it to the dealer where they told me it was the control switch which can only be purchased at a dealer, very expensive part.

Filed Feb 4, 2019 · Visibility · 36,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge dart. While driving unknown speeds, the windshield wipers failed to shut off. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to hoover dodge (195 marymeade dr, summerville, sc 29483, (843) 873-1114) where it was diagnosed that the wiper mechanism needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was 36,000.

Filed Jan 10, 2019 · Visibility · 20,000 miles · CA

Vehicle needs to be approved for recall concerning (multifunction switch) which is the windshield wiper controller as its communicating cables are too fragile to work under regular turning signal usage as cable within component gets pulled by it's own regular motion at usage. This causes the cables within the switch to get cut and broken making it to break completely. Because the part is not being produced by mopar the part is not found as dodge dealers make you wait in line next to 400 other dodge driver owners in order to get the part (when they start producing the part) which there has been no confirmation of being produced by mopar.

Filed Dec 14, 2018 · Electrical, Visibility · 78,803 miles · MO

My 2013 dodge dart sxt windshield wipers will not turn off! This is because of the switch not working or it's an electrical issue. Turn signals still work but this is a hazard that can get driver hurt. It adds an distraction.

Filed Nov 28, 2018 · Visibility · 67,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge dart. When the contact started the vehicle, the wiper blades activated and would not shut off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the windshield wiper switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000.