The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the message “Service Transmission” was displayed. Additionally, the engine revved excessively. The vehicle also hesitated while depressing the accelerator. The contact stated that the gear shifter failed to shift out of park(P) soon after the vehicle was started. The gear shifter eventually shifted out of park(P) after several attempts. The contact later discovered the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available for the recall repair. The failure mileage was unknown.
Dodge Dart hesitation problems
38 of the 2,540 owner complaints about the Dodge Dart describe hesitation when accelerating, most of them for the 2012 model year.
- owner complaints
- 38
- worst model year
- 2012
- typical mileage
- 49,000
By model year
Often reported together
Stalling 6Check engine light 6Slipping 4Jerking 4Won't start 2Won't shift 2Oil consumption 2Knocking 2
Trouble codes mentioned
P0352 1
What owners say
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while scheduling an oil change appointment on the dealer website, the contact became aware that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving and depressing the brake pedal to come to a stop, the vehicle jerked and hesitated to respond. Additionally, the contact stated that upon shifting to park(P), the vehicle tugged and hesitated while responding. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Dart. The contact stated while his friend driving approximately 60-70 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but emitted a loud popping sound. The contact's friend depressed the brake pedal all the way to the floorboard but the vehicle hesitated to respond, causing more than a 10-feet in stopping distance delay. The warning message "Braking System Failure" was displayed. The contact's friend was able to continue to drive the vehicle however, the failure reoccurred while driving to his residence. The contact who is a certified mechanic, diagnosed that the brake booster had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,300.
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V800000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 19V293000 (Power Train) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The local dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the brake pedal was soft while depressed and hesitated to respond while driving. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that they would follow up with her once the parts were available. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. Parts distribution disconnect
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge dart. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and was hard to steer while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The contact stated that several warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to pep boys (2903 us-1, fort pierce, fl 34982) to be diagnosed however, the diagnostic result was still pending. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
When taking off from a dead stop it hesitates and jerks if you give it too much gas every time you turn the steering wheel or slow to a stop something popping in the front end if you take off too fast it'll backfire little pops the check engine lights always coming on saying that we have multiple misfires when we don't when the check engine lights on the automatic start doesn't work and when the check engine light comes on and traction control light is blinking
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge dart. The contact stated the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v542000 (power train). The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, the service transmission warning light illuminated. The accelerator pedal was depressed however the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated tht the gear shift lever was shifted from neutral to reverse to drive for the vehicle to operate as designed. The contact stated that the vehicle still hesitated while driving. The vehicle was taken to (sleepy hollow chrysler dodge jeep, inc. Located at 1310 n main st, viroqua, wi 54665), where it was diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact stated he able to restart the computer on his own but continued to experience the failure. The vehicle was also taken to local (bergstrom chrysler dodge jeep ram of oshkosh located at 3650 jackson drive rd, oshkosh, wi 54901-1216, where it was suggested that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 32,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge dart. When shifting gears to drive, the vehicle hesitated. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact received a notice for manufacturer campaign number: v50 (reprogram PCM). The vehicle was taken to elmwood chrysler dodge jeep ram (located at 625 taunton ave, east providence, ri 02914, (401) 438-0400), but the power train control module was unable to be reprogrammed due to the data link connector failure. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge dart. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle began to hesitate. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact also experienced difficulty shifting gears when starting the vehicle. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v293000 (power train). The contact stated that mcgrath chrysler jeep dodge ram (located at 4610 center point rd ne, cedar rapids, ia 52402, (319) 393-4610) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The part was not available. The failure mileage was 108,113.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge dart. While driving up an inclined road, the vehicle hesitated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the failure could not be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v293000 (power train); however, the parts for the recall remedy were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to repair the vehicle. Renton chrysler dodge jeep ram (585 rainier ave s, renton, wa 98057, (425) 430-1000) was contacted and confirmed that parts were not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- A loss of park function may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Vehicles that were previously repaired under recall 19V293 will need to have the new remedy completed. Dealers will replace the shifter cable assembly and install a cap, free of charge. 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 beginning October 16, 2025.
Recall number 25V674000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the vehicle may not perform the shifts performed by the driver. Additionally, despite selecting PARK with the shifter, the vehicle may roll away. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- This recall will be replaced by the federal safety agency 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.
Recall number 19V293000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured February 24, 2012, to June 16, 2015. The affected vehicles may experience failure of the transmission control module (TCM), causing the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.
- Risk
- If the transmission shifts into neutral, it can cause loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM and bracket, free of charge. Chrysler issued an interim notification to owners on October 14, 2015. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R42.
Recall number 15V542000 · Recall details
Power train
- What is wrong
- Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured March 1, 2012, through February 28, 2013 and equipped with a 1.4L MultiAir turbo engine and dual dry clutch transmission. These vehicles may experience an engine stall when the temperature is 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder.
- Risk
- If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1‑800‑247‑9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N32.
Recall number 13V238000 · Recall details
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The model years with the most reports are 2012 (16 complaints), 2015 (9 complaints) and 2013 (5 complaints).
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