Model year
2016 Dodge Dart
NHTSA lists 5 recalls and 261 complaints for the 2016 Dodge Dart (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are POWER TRAIN (79), ENGINE (66), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (60). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA rated the 4 DR FWD 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 25–32 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,300–$2,750, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
Recalls
25V674000 · Oct 9, 2025
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
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.
19V293000 · Apr 11, 2019
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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.
17V824000 · Dec 21, 2017
EQUIPMENT
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: These extinguishers…
16V813000 · Nov 8, 2016
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured April 13, 2015, to June 7, 2016. Due to voltage spikes caused by a problem within the windshield washer pump, the windshield wiper circuit may fail.
16V113000 · Feb 26, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured July 25, 2015, to December 16, 2015 and equipped with a 2.0L engine and a manual transmission. Additionally included are certain 2015 Dodge Dart vehicles similarly equipped and brought…
Complaints
261 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 14, fire flag on 4, injury field 9, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| RQ25002 | Recall 19V-293 Post Remedy Failures · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT; POWER TRAIN:SHIFT LINKAGE/CABLE/ROD; POWER… | Jun 30, 2025 | Dec 12, 2025 |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR FWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.107 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dart · 1.4L · Automatic (AM6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 27 | 36 | 30 | — | — | $2,750 |
| Dart Aero · 1.4L · Automatic (AM6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 28 | 38 | 32 | — | — | $2,550 |
| Dart Aero · 1.4L · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 28 | 39 | 32 | — | — | $2,550 |
| Dart · 2L · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 | 35 | 29 | — | — | $2,300 |
| Dart GT · 2.4L · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 33 | 26 | — | — | $2,600 |
| Dart · 2.4L · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 34 | 27 | — | — | $2,500 |
| Dart · 2.4L · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 34 | 27 | — | — | $2,500 |
| Dart GT · 2.4L · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 | 31 | 25 | — | — | $2,700 |
| Dart · 2L · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 24 | 33 | 27 | — | — | $2,500 |
| Dart · 1.4L · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 27 | 38 | 31 | — | — | $2,650 |
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