Engine shutdown while driving. Appears to be sensor detecting low oil and rather than triggering the mil or a low oil indicator, it shuts the engine down. Happened to my wife while she was driving on a highway. Engine power loss, and also loss of power steering and braking. All dash lights came on, radio continued playing, and lights kept working so it wasn't a complete electrical power loss but a controlled engine shutdown.
2015 Dodge Dart engine complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge dart. While the vehicle was in reverse, it started to jerk violently and the gear shifter failed. The contact was able to shift the gear into drive and was able to drive the vehicle. In addition, while accelerating from a stop, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact waited a few minutes before restarting the vehicle to continue driving. Also, the battery warning indicator illuminated. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road and noticed that it was out of oil. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to determine the cause of the failures. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 43,000. *tt
I have a 2015 dodge dart se and its been nothing but issues! In 2016 I was on the highway going 65mph and all sudden my [xxx] car shut off completely! I had to immediately turn it back on and shift into 4th gear because my car started slowing down while and I had to pull over! Im so sick of this model and after reading about others having the same issues its just ridiculous and dangerous! I got it checked and they said everything looked okay and they didn't find any issues. So cars just turn off by themselves while driving for no reason?! Fast forward to 2017, the engine light comes on for the first time and I take it to a dodge dealership in killeen tx and I find out it was the thermostat and they told me there was nothing wrong and that I could drive to alaska and back with no issues. So I leave and a day later the engine light is gone like it was never there. And here it is 2018 and the [xxx] engine light is back on again. I take it to firestone on base and guess what the [xxx] they tell me?! You guessed right! The [xxx] thermostat. At this point I'm just pissed and frustrated and they tell me I'm looking at a $500 fix and that this is a common issue with the dodge dart! Why was I not told this when the car was purchased! Oh and it gets better. On 25march2018 I was on the highway going about 60mph and you won't believe what happened....ding ding ding right again! My [xxx] piece of [xxx] dodge dart turns the [xxx] off! I don't know if there's a [xxx] recall or not but I know I'm not the only dodge dart owner who is having this issue and I should've been told about these dangerous ass problems before I poured my hard earned money into a [xxx] deathtrap. I'm calling the dealership tomorrow to figure out what the [xxx] needs to happen. I'm not trying to die let alone have my babies in the [xxx] car and something happen. Do not purchase any dodge darts if you want to live! Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
When driving the dart, the vehicle will shut off while in drive. The dealer is saying that it is a safety switch for low oil. However there is no oil light turning on on the dash board and there is oil life remaining on the digital display. This has happened numerous times with no resolve. The dealer has even went as far as to say "well, you bought a dodge dart". When we purchased the dart, we bought the maintenance package, including oil changes. We use this package all the time and there would be no excuse to be low on oil that fast in a newer vehicle. This has happened a half dozen times, speeds varying from driving in a parking lot (5-10mph) , to down a street(35-45mph) thankfully never on a highway. We are fearful for the day this happens with children in the car. We have been in contact with daimler chrysler and they have not helped. One mechanic has told me this happens more often that you would think. But still no resolve.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge dart. The contact stated that there was no warning indicator to specify when the oil was low. As a result, the vehicle stalled more than once and the failure was progressing intermittently. The owner's manual had specific guidelines that were in direct conflict with what the contact was experiencing. The dealer (mckay's dodge chrysler jeep ram fiat, 2020 frontage rd s, waite park, mn 56387, (320) 252-7170) provided an oil change, indicated that an oil consumption test was needed, and stated that they would need to check the oil levels every 500 miles. The contact felt that this was not a permanent solution and was unable to determine when the levels were low. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no solution. The failure mileage was not available. *tt
Driving car at 25 MPH and it stalled without warning and without any clear indication what the problem was. After 10 minutes the car started and was driven home. A simple google search revealed low oil could be the problem. Oil was checked and noted that it was very low; there had been no indication that the car had low oil. We called the dealer to set up an oil change appointment and describe the stalling problem and they said "you must have a dart", like it is a common problem. It is a very dangerous situation to shut off the engine without warning. Car has approximately 40,000 miles...... Weren't low oil indicators invented in the 70's?
I was driving and came to a 4 way stop sign, after completely stopping I proceeded to pull off. As I began to turn the car slowed down tremendously and come to a complete stop and the red battery light came on. I was unable to start the car back up until about 15 to 20 minutes later. Every day following this day, the car began to start up and stop after going only a few feet with the engine light coming on.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge dart. While operating the vehicle, the check engine indicator suddenly illuminated and the instrument panel electronics and gauges suddenly turned off. The vehicle was towed to friendly dodge (1395 newlands dr, friendly, nv) where it was diagnosed that the thermostat was faulty and needed to be replaced. The thermostat was replaced and the failure was remedied. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 80,000.
My car stalls on occasions in addition to cutting off and also shakes when sitting still my engine lights stays on
Vehicle has scaring on the cylinder walls that is soaking up oil and causing a excessive oil loss, causing the vehicle to shut down when taking a corner and not able to restart the vehicle for a period of time. I have been stranded in the middle of the road a few times not able to start the vehicle resulting in me having to jump start it to be able to get the vehicle to move. Apparently this is a common problem with the 2.4l tigershark engines. I am afraid I will be stranded on a busy street and the possibility to be hit. My vehicle is currently at the selling dealership and is telling me that chrysler is denying the claim for a engine replacement, they are telling the tech to give me an oil change and send me on my way.
I was stopped at a 4way stop and when I tried to move forward the car stalled on me and did not move. I pressed on the brakes, let go and pressed on the gas again and it did the same thing but this time the dash read "gear not available, switch to neutral and then to drive or reverse." I did that but it still stalled on me and then the dash read "service transmission" and the engine light came on as well. After one more try I managed to get it to move so I just parked it in an empty parking slot and called my dealerships service department. The car was towed to the dealership and as I type this I'm awaiting a call from the service department of my dealership so they can tell me what went wrong. I hope it can be fixed.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge dart. While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost power. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to musselman's dodge (5717 baltimore national pike, catonsville, md 21228) where it was diagnosed that the oil needed to be changed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. Each time the vehicle was due for an oil change, the vehicle stalled without warning. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge dart. While the contact's son was driving at an unknown speed, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to safford chrysler jeep dodge ram fiat of winchester (1659 berryville pike, winchester, va 22603 (540) 667-5532), but no diagnostic failure codes were found and the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine burned off oil and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 51,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge dart. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start when attempting to drive and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 32,177.
My 17 year old son was driving his 2015 dodge dart on the road and it completely stalled almost causing an accident. It then started up again and drove. Car would not start at school until many tries. Car 1 day later, 09202017, stalled again while driving on the road and and thank god no cars were behind him for a rear end accident. This is a very dangerous condition ! Dealer indicated the car was low on oil (only 25% oil left). No engine oil light has come on to ever warn us. Additionally, the dodge dart form website indicates this is a common problem with the dart's 2.4l engine consuming 1 quart or more every 2,000 miles. This is ridiculous for a new car to burn this much oil and can cause the engine shut off protection while on a freeway or busy road which can cause an accident. Dealers are not sure what to say and don't investigate this engine problem. Can someone help this community of car owners before accidents occur and loss of vehicle engines at great expense to owner. Many people on the mentioned forum also indicate their oil low light has never come on to warn them before the car automatically shuts off "while driving"
This car suddenly stalls and die now all the time even while driving in highway, took it to manufacture dealership they made diognostic saying nothing wrong but, the problem was never resolve. Searching the web I notice that a lot of people been having same issues as mine which is very dangerous. Thank you
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge dart. While driving various speeds, a beeping noise was heard coming from the instrument panel. The battery warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled while in traffic. The vehicle restarted after the third attempt. The failure recurred each time the oil life reached between 30% or 40%. The vehicle was taken twice to the dealer (dave dennis, located in beaver creek, oh) where it was diagnosed that the oil was two quarts low. The vehicle was being tested for oil consumption the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000. Updated 08/03/17*lj
I bought this car used with ~ 31,000 miles. I've put ~ 10,000 miles on the car and the car has used 3 quarts of oil in that time. I also have had the oil changed twice. Once when I first purchased the car and once two weeks ago. Initially the car stalled 3 times while in motion and turning.
No oil light on, no engine light, and it stalled. There is a problem with oil consumption with the 2.4 engine. My car died after backing out of my driveway and starting a turn. Y car stalled out twice in the middle of intersections very dangerous. Battery light came on, music continued, but enginge just died. The steering wheel froze (no more power steering), and I couldn't press my brake down, it just sat there in the road. I checked the level of my oil and it doesn't even cover the curved part of the dipstick, that's how low it is.the car stalled out again, a few months after the oil change. The car is not indicating when it needs oil, and is shutting itself off so it doesn't over heat while driving at speeds 70mph+ and in the middle of intersections while turning.
No oil light on, no engine light, and it stalled. There is a problem with oil consumption with the 2.4 engine. My car died after backing out of my driveway and starting a turn. Y car stalled out twice in the middle of intersections very dangerous. Battery light came on, music continued, but enginge just died. The steering wheel froze (no more power steering), and I couldn't press my brake down, it just sat there in the road. I checked the level of my oil and it doesn't even cover the curved part of the dipstick, that's how low it is.the car stalled out again, a few months after the oil change. The car is not indicating when it needs oil, and is shutting itself off so it doesn't over heat while driving at speeds 70mph+ and in the middle of intersections while turning.
No oil light on, no engine light, and it stalled. There is a problem with oil consumption with the 2.4 engine. My car died after backing out of my driveway and starting a turn. Y car stalled out twice in the middle of intersections very dangerous. Battery light came on, music continued, but enginge just died. The steering wheel froze (no more power steering), and I couldn't press my brake down, it just sat there in the road. I checked the level of my oil and it doesn't even cover the curved part of the dipstick, that's how low it is.the car stalled out again, a few months after the oil change. The car is not indicating when it needs oil, and is shutting itself off so it doesn't over heat while driving at speeds 70mph+ and in the middle of intersections while turning.
No oil light on, no engine light, and it stalled. There is a problem with oil consumption with the 2.4 engine. My car died after backing out of my driveway and starting a turn. Y car stalled out twice in the middle of intersections very dangerous. Battery light came on, music continued, but enginge just died. The steering wheel froze (no more power steering), and I couldn't press my brake down, it just sat there in the road. I checked the level of my oil and it doesn't even cover the curved part of the dipstick, that's how low it is.the car stalled out again, a few months after the oil change. The car is not indicating when it needs oil, and is shutting itself off so it doesn't over heat while driving at speeds 70mph+ and in the middle of intersections while turning.
No oil light on, no engine light, and it stalled. There is a problem with oil consumption with the 2.4 engine. My car died after backing out of my driveway and starting a turn. Y car stalled out twice in the middle of intersections very dangerous. Battery light came on, music continued, but enginge just died. The steering wheel froze (no more power steering), and I couldn't press my brake down, it just sat there in the road. I checked the level of my oil and it doesn't even cover the curved part of the dipstick, that's how low it is.the car stalled out again, a few months after the oil change. The car is not indicating when it needs oil, and is shutting itself off so it doesn't over heat while driving at speeds 70mph+ and in the middle of intersections while turning.
Nov 2016, loss of power while driving, went into neutral, would start a few minutes later, but loss of power again. Took to dealership & they replaced the engine. Feb 2017 key stopped working, changed battery still didn't work, changed it again & it worked. April 6, 2017 loss of power completed died, I could not jump it, could not lock my doors, could not do anything. Picked up car from dealership on april 10, they said that they changed the battery. While still there picking up my car, my blinker lights blew out, notification on the screen says right & left blinker light out. They switched out the bulbs. Got it home & notification said low beam lights out. The next morning had no lights. Taking to the dealership again tomorrow. I am forcing them to look at the electrical system I am close to my 36000 mile warranty.
Well for starters. My check engine light came on for a faulty thermostat. I went and had it replaced and now ever since I got that replaced I noticed my temperature gauge fluctuations. It has plenty of fluid inside the radiator so I don't know what the deal is. I started to notice it every time when I'm parked in one place. I need this problem to be resolved right away.
Burning oil ever since we bought it, constantly having to add oil between oil changes. Dealership says its within specs. Contacted chrylser care about issues as well. Still has not been corrected. Very disappointed, a new car should not burn/consume 1 to 2 quarts of oil between oil changes.
I have driven my 2015 dodge dart without issue till 2/15/17. It died in the middle of my wife driving the interstate on i40. The following day it died and my father in law had to jump the vehicle off to get it going. Today, (2/17/17), I decided to drive the car to work because my commute is shorter and much less dangerous. I pulled out of my drive way and drove to the end of the road till I got to the main street in our hometown, and it died thankfully before I got on that street. The car just completely stops. Steering wheel locks. All electronics in vehicle stop. Braking is slightly delayed. I took it to the dodge dealership in town and they said to check the oil. We did and had them change it. My main concern is highway driving where people drive 60+ MPH and not being able to steer into the shoulder.
Dodge dart gt 2015 suddenly shuts off. No warning lights only a dinging noise. Only 4200 miles on car the first time. Shut off 8 different times sense then. Took it to dealer was told out of oil. Car would shut off turning or stopping fast. Got oil change from dealer. Less than 4000 miles later same thing, car shut off and radio still on and dash lights working one ding noise. Turned onto busy road and dart shut off, was scary for a few minutes fast traffic coming from behind, had to get off road quick. Oil not leaking in driveway. Tech at dealer said he saw this problem before and told me to watch my engine. Car has never maid to a 5000 mile oil change without shutting off. One time shut off after only 2540 miles sense last oil change. Dealer found no signs of leaks or signs of oil burning up. The 7th oil change they reprogrammed the oil sensor. Losing all my free oil changes to quickly. Now I'm 750 miles from due oil change and shut off again. I checked oil stick - bone dry. Put 2 quarts oil ( o2 20w) in , that got me to the bottom of low mark on stick. Car running ok to get to dealer again.also checked oil gage in car, said:43% oil life remaining. That was a lie. Oil is always very low and engine hot but not overheating. Oil should be dirty and maybe a little low but not very very low. I want to make the car last 150 to 200 thousand miles with good care. Worried engine will not even get close. Got extended warranty. Car engine gonna blow up before it's time and blame me. Car shutting off with no warning and no oil, cant get to 5000 mile oil change. Had a 2013 dart, loved it, traded in for 2015 with better warranty. Miss old dart.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge dart. The contact stated that the engine stalled when the vehicle made a complete stop. The dealer diagnosed that the vehicle needed the oil consumption module reset. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 27,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge dart. While driving 15 MPH, the vehicle lost power and shut off. Also, the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and restarted. The failure recurred three times. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where an oil change was performed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 21,000. The VIN was not provided.
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