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2015 Dodge Dart: check engine light

53 of the 534 complaints about the 2015 Dodge Dart describe check engine light.

owner complaints
53
of this car's complaints
10%
typical mileage
52,200
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 48 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

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What owners say

Filed Jul 27, 2026 · Transmission · 160,000 miles · AZ

The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while attempting to shift into reverse, the vehicle was shaking abnormally. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 160,000.

Filed Apr 30, 2026 · Engine, Steering · 176,000 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift into park(P) and turn off as intended. The check engine and the power steering warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer and Farris Jeep Ram Chrysler Dodge (910 W Morris Blvd, Morristown, TN 37813) were contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received a recall letter for the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed, but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 176,000.

Filed Feb 12, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · 115,000 miles · CO

The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train). The contact stated that while turning off the vehicle, the key was difficult to remove from the ignition. The gear shifter was in park(P); however, the ignition switch remained stuck in the ACC position. Several attempts were required before the key could be released. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred after the repair. The check engine warning light and the power train warning light were illuminated. The failure reoccurred over time. The manufacturer was contacted, but provided no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.

Filed Dec 8, 2025 · Engine, Transmission · 140,239 miles · MS

The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 50 MPH on the way to the residence, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the failure was due to the powertrain control module. The contact stated that the key had seized in the ignition, and the vehicle was left overnight with the mechanic. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The towing company determined that the shifter cable had detached. The contact later became aware of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train). The contact had no other means of transportation and was unaware of the recall when the vehicle was purchased. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired by the local dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,239.

Filed Aug 18, 2025 · Engine · 140,000 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle vibrated and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. In addition, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, an abnormal sound was heard. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, no cause for the failure was found. The contact stated that the spark plugs, ignition coils, catalytic converter, and oxygen sensors were replaced. The failure persisted and had progressively worsened. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic. The vehicle was diagnosed with DTC: P0304 (Misfire in Cylinder #4). The contact was informed that the catalytic converter was turning red from overheating. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the engine and entering the vehicle through the A/C vents. The contact was informed that the air-fuel ratio was off due to an imbalance. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

Filed Jul 25, 2025 · Engine, Transmission · 16,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the engine revved up to an abnormally high RPM. The check engine and TPMS warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that after shifting to park(P), the vehicle failed to turn off with the message “Shift to Park” displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.

Filed Jan 8, 2023 · Engine · WV

Car runs great when I bought it used then had check engine light come on for a P0420 trouble code and it has something to do with the converter on the car well now I see that there is a recall for this about the converter #u90 is there any way my car is having this problem due to the reclaa but when I put my vin in it says it doesn't have a recall but when u read online it says recalls are for 2014-2016 dodge darts but my vin is showing no recalls??

Filed Dec 29, 2022 · Electrical · GA

Car stutters when you crank it up. check engine light cuts on and off. Windows , Sunroof , Trunk all don’t work. Trunk won’t open. Sunroof and Windows won’t roll or close . Car staggers at 28mph. I have been locked in my car and locked out. Rearview cameras and charger port don’t work. Headlights blow every 2 weeks resulting in multiple tickets. Car will say brake lights , and headlights are out when they are not. I have been locked in my car before for several hours, because it wouldn’t let me out. Car doors will not lock. When you unlock the car lights won’t flash. Have to get an oil change often because it burns ALOT of gas. Car has cut off in the middle of a busy street after an oil change , because it needed oil.

Filed Sep 23, 2022 · Engine · 143,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that the vehicle was initially taken to the dealer for an unknown recall repair related to oil consumption however, the contact stated that while driving, she constantly noticed a burning fuel odor throughout the vehicle. The contact also stated that the check engine warning light and tire pressure warning light were intermittently illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving, the temperature gauge increased rapidly and the engine overheated. The vehicle was towed to the residence where her father placed the vehicle on a diagnostic machine, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000.

Filed Jul 15, 2022 · Brakes, Electrical · AR · fire

Unknown , I was driving down the road at 50 mph and my battery light came on then I lost my a/c my lights started flickering and I then lost power steering and brakes I had to use my emergency brake to slow down then all of my check engine and brake failure lights were flickering and my fuse box on top of my battery caught fire and was smoking and my car then shut off I could have crashed and or been hit and killed

Filed Aug 11, 2021 · Transmission · 97,000 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and shifting into gear, the vehicle would not move with the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, “service transmission" and "gear not available" messages were displayed. The cause of the failure was determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 97,000.

Filed Jun 24, 2021 · Brakes, Electrical · 125,000 miles · SC

The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Dart. The contact stated while driving at 70 MPH, the radio engaged on its own and the vehicle lost power steering. Several warning lights such as the brake system light, the battery light, the airbag light, and the engine light were illuminated. The steering wheel became difficult to maneuver but the contact was still able to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with the battery and alternator needing to be replaced, and was repaired. The failure reoccurred today while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the vehicle as the OBD reader failed to work. The vehicle was also taken to an unknown dealer who was unable to diagnose the vehicle for the same reason. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.

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Questions about the 2015 Dodge Dart check engine light

Is check engine light a common problem on the 2015 Dodge Dart?

53 of 534 owner complaints about the 2015 Dodge Dart (10%) mention check engine light. The model year with the most reports is 2012.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2015 Dodge Dart?

There are 0 recalls and 48 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2015 Dodge Dart

Stalling 85Oil consumption 32Loss of power 25Won't shift 22Won't start 17Steering lock-up 14Brake failure 12Jerking 11No deployment 10Transmission failure 10Hesitation 9Key fob 9Power steering loss 9Engine failure 8Fire or smoke 8Overheating 8Slipping 7Ball joint 6Battery drain 6Grinding brakes 6Knocking 6Headlights 6Spongy pedal 6Warning lights 6ABS 5Adaptive cruise 5Airbag light 5Misfire 5

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