The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 88 of 264 complaints (33%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 534 in 2015 to 264 in 2016.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 264
- Recall campaigns
- 5
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,150–$2,600
- Combined MPG
- 25–32
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | vs. 2016 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,150–2,600 | 2,150–2,600 | 2,150–2,600 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–32 | 25–32 | 25–32 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–28 / 31–39 | 22–28 / 31–39 | 22–28 / 31–39 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 279–350 | 279–350 | 279–350 | |
| Complaints filed | 373 | 534 | 264 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 6 | 5 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 21 | 32 | 14 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 7 | 7 | 4 | |
| Injuries reported | 17 | 23 | 9 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 9 | 9 | 10 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Dodge Dart have?
5 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Dodge Dart?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 88 of 264 NHTSA complaints (33%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Dodge Dart get?
EPA rates it 25–32 MPG combined across 10 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Dodge Dart?
EPA estimates $2,150–$2,600 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (10)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AM6) | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 27 mpg | 36 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,600 (high) | 292 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AM6) | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 28 mpg (high) | 38 mpg | 32 mpg (high) | $2,400 | 280 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 28 mpg (high) | 39 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | $2,400 | 279 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 25 mpg | 35 mpg | 29 mpg | $2,150 (low) | 309 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 23 mpg | 33 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 336 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 23 mpg | 34 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,300 | 328 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 22 mpg (low) | 34 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,300 | 334 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 22 mpg (low) | 31 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 | 350 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 9 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Midsize Cars | 24 mpg | 33 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,300 | 327 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 27 mpg | 38 mpg | 31 mpg | $2,500 | 285 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 67 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 88 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 13 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 49 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Brakes | 32 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 8 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 14 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 61 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (5)
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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 NHTSA.gov beginning October 16, 2025.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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 NHTSA 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.
EQUIPMENT
- Defect
- 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: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- Consequence
- If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- Without functioning windshield wipers, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield washer pumps, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S83.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- 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 in for dealer service between September 15, 2015 and January 12, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the powertrain control module that monitors the engine torque output may be missing a backup layer of software.
- Consequence
- Without a backup layer of software, the control module may fail to prevent an un-commanded torque event, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Engine Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S10.