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2013 Dodge Dart reliability

Is it reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2013 Dodge Dart holds 1,171 complaints after 14 years, a rate of 121 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 4 Dart years on this site. NHTSA has 1 recall on file, including Floor shift.

2013 Dodge Dart
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Complaints

1,171

Per year

121

Recalls

1

Years on the road

14

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (520 of 1,171), then Service brakes (257) and Electrical system (185). Those filings include 66 that report a crash, 14 that report a fire, 29 that report an injury, and 1 that reports a death.

Next to 2014

The 2014 Dart has 371 complaints, 35 per year. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2014.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2013 Dodge Dart. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (1)

Recall powertrain, automatic transmission, lever and linkage, floor shift 2025-10-09 · NHTSA campaign 25V674000
Summary 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. 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 NHTSA.gov beginning October 16, 2025.

Complaints by component (1171 total)

Powertrain
520
Service brakes
257
Electrical system
185
Engine
173
Air bags
70
Speed control
43
Steering
39
Visibility and wipers
32
Electronic stability control (ESC)
29
Hydraulic brakes
29
Wheels
26
Tires
23
Seat belts
21
Fuel and propulsion system
20
Structure
14
Exterior lighting
12
Suspension
12
Parking brake
10
Engine and engine cooling
5
Visibility
5
Fuel system, gasoline
4
Forward collision avoidance
3
Equipment
2
Traction control
2
Adaptive and mobility equipment
1
Seats
1
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Crash-flagged

66

Fire-flagged

14

Injury reports

29

Death reports

1

Complaints filed per year

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Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, while entering the vehicle, the transmission independently shifted out of park. The vehicle rolled backwards and crashed into a parked…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-09-23
  • "The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that after…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-09-22
  • "I purchased the car used approximately 3 years ago, and the vehicle has experienced intermittent loss-of-propulsion and transmission/gear-engagement problems since then thru today. Getting worse. While driving, the…"
    Powertrain, Unknown or other, Fuel and propulsion system · filed 2026-09-18
  • "Car goes into limp mode dash flash transmission issue then put car into limp mode when causing to have stop on the interstate and then car will not crank over after turning it off then if fires up after awhile but is…"
    Powertrain, Electrical system · filed 2026-09-15
  • "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…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-09-01

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
Dart 1.4L, 4-cyl Manual 6-speed Front-wheel drive 27 38 31 MPG $2550
Dart 1.4L, 4-cyl Automatic (6-speed) Front-wheel drive 27 36 30 MPG $2650
Dart 2.4L, 4-cyl Automatic 6-speed Front-wheel drive 21 30 24 MPG $2700
Dart 2L, 4-cyl Manual 6-speed Front-wheel drive 25 35 29 MPG $2250
Dart 2.4L, 4-cyl Manual 6-speed Front-wheel drive 23 33 26 MPG $2500
Dart 2L, 4-cyl Automatic 6-speed Front-wheel drive 24 33 27 MPG $2400
Dart 2L, 4-cyl Automatic 6-speed Front-wheel drive 24 33 27 MPG $2400
Dart Aero 1.4L, 4-cyl Manual 6-speed Front-wheel drive 28 39 32 MPG $2500
Dart Aero 1.4L, 4-cyl Automatic (6-speed) Front-wheel drive 28 38 32 MPG $2500

Specs and fitment

PF generation, 2013–2016
Body styles Sedan
Oil 5W-20 full synthetic (2.0L and 2.4L; 1.4L turbo may differ) , 4.5 qt capacity
Tire size 225/45R17 (common OEM size)

Known issues for this generation

Recall 25V-674 covers certain 2013-2016 Dodge Dart vehicles: the shifter cable may detach from the transmission, preventing the vehicle from shifting into Park and allowing rollaway. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 19V-293 need the newer remedy; interim notices explain the risk while the final repair is developed. Confirm VIN status through NHTSA or a dealer before relying on an older park-lock repair as complete.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2013 Dodge Dart reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2013 Dodge Dart holds 1,171 complaints after 14 years, a rate of 121 per year. That is the most complaints per year among the 4 Dart years on this site. NHTSA has 1 recall on file, including Floor shift.

What are common problems with a 2013 Dodge Dart?

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (520 of 1,171), then Service brakes (257) and Electrical system (185). Those filings include 66 that report a crash, 14 that report a fire, 29 that report an injury, and 1 that reports a death.

Is the 2013 Dodge Dart more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2014 Dart has 371 complaints, 35 per year. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2014.

Has the 2013 Dodge Dart been recalled?

The 2013 Dodge Dart has 1 recall on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2013 Dodge Dart?

Owners have filed 1171 complaints about the 2013 Dodge Dart with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2013 Dodge Dart get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2013 Dodge Dart is 28.7 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What engine oil does a Dodge Dart use?

5W-20 full synthetic (2.0L and 2.4L; 1.4L turbo may differ)

What does NHTSA recall 25V-674 cover on the Dodge Dart?

Recall 25V-674 covers certain 2013-2016 Dodge Dart vehicles: the shifter cable may detach from the transmission, preventing the vehicle from shifting into Park and allowing rollaway.

What generation is the 2014 Dodge Dart?

PF generation (2013-2016).