Is the 2013 Dodge Dart reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Dodge Dart?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Dodge Dart have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2013 Dodge Dart

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2013 Dodge Dart
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 278
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

2013: 278 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2012	1,081
2013	278
2014	372
2015	523
2016	255

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

55% · 152 reports

Most commonly citing shift linkage/cable/rod and floor shift.

CRASHINJURY

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Vehicle is completely immobilized due to an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall (Recall A0C / Shift Cable Bushing). The manufacturer (FCA US LLC / Stellantis) states that official recall remedy parts remain unreleased and unavailable.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-26

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, and as he was driving over speed bumps, several warnings illuminated, and the vehicle became difficult to steer left or right.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-13

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that the while the vehicle was parked and shifting into drive, the vehicle accelerated without warning and vehicle control was lost. The vehicle crashed into a neighbor house.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-08

Electrical system

21% · 57 reports

Most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.

INJURY

Engine

18% · 51 reports

CRASH

Service brakes

9% · 25 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Visibility/wiper

7% · 20 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2015-06-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-12-09 Brake Power Assist Failure
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2025-06-30Recall queryClosed 2025-12-12 Recall 19V-293 Post Remedy Failures
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Date not on filePower train25V674000 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.

Remedy: Vehicles that were previously repaired under recall 19V293 will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim notification letters, explaining the safety risk, were mailed November 6, 2025.

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Power train: 152 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 57 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 51 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 25V674000 · Power train

FAQ

Is the 2013 Dodge Dart reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Dodge Dart?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Dodge Dart have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.