2016 Dodge Dart Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Dodge Dart has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 263 complaints with NHTSA, including 14 crashes, 4 fires, 9 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (87 reports).

5Recalls
263Owner complaints
14Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2016 Dodge Dart recalls

Shifter Cable May Detach, Allowing Vehicle to Roll Away

Recall 25V674Oct 9, 2025298,439 vehicles affected

The shifter cable on certain 2013-2016 Dodge Dart vehicles may detach from the transmission.

Shifter cable can detach; vehicle may roll away in Park

Recall 19V293Apr 11, 2019298,439 vehicles affected

The shifter cable bushing in certain Dodge Dart vehicles with 6-speed automatic transmissions may fail.

Fire Extinguisher May Clog or Fail to Discharge

Recall 17V824Dec 21, 201761,791 vehicles affected

Some in-vehicle Kidde fire extinguishers, sold with certain Chrysler, Dodge, and RAM vehicles, may become clogged.

Wipers May Fail, Reducing Driver Visibility in Crash Risk

Recall 16V813Nov 8, 201653,155 vehicles affected

Some vehicles built between April 13, 2015 and June 7, 2016 may have a problem with the windshield washer pump.

Engine May Surge Unexpectedly, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 16V113Feb 26, 20161,122 vehicles affected

Certain Dodge Dart vehicles with a 2.0L engine and manual transmission may be missing a backup layer of software in the powertrain control module, which monitors engine torque output.

Most common 2016 Dodge Dart problems

Problem areas named in the 263 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train87
Engine67
Unknown Or Other61
Electrical System49
Service Brakes26
Fuel/Propulsion System13
Visibility/Wiper12
Steering11
Vehicle Speed Control10
Air Bags8

What owners report

2026-10-29, Unknown Or Other
Mechanics refuse to change my brakes and rotors because of the recall, and there is no remedy.
2026-10-24, Engine
The vehicle has experienced recurring engine drivability and electrical problems since 2019, including persistent rough idle, intermittent loss of power under load, repeated no-start conditions, check-engine light illumination, and electrical system malfunctions. In June 2019, an authorized FCA dealership diagnosed DTC P0304 (cylinder 4 misfire), identified an ignition-coil boot electrical short, and replaced all four ignition-coil boots under the manufacturer’s 15-year/150,000-mile PZEV emissions warranty. The rough-idle condition never fully resolved. In January 2024, another authorized dealership replaced all four spark plugs and one ignition coil and performed PCM-related recall/serv
2026-10-19, Power Train
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part needed to complete the recall repair was not available. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.
2026-10-16, Power Train
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Powertrain); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.
2026-10-14, Service Brakes
I was sitting at the lights. Light turned green. One car is in front of me. The driveway is fifty feet away from the light, and. The car in front of me was turning the same direction as I was, and no brakes, was hard to push down had to pump it and avoid rearending car in front of me. I barely stopped, checked the fluids oreillys put it on the scanner and, brake booster - general signal failure.

2016 Dodge Dart questions

Does the 2016 Dodge Dart have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2016 Dodge Dart: Shifter Cable May Detach, Allowing Vehicle to Roll Away; Shifter cable can detach; vehicle may roll away in Park; Fire Extinguisher May Clog or Fail to Discharge; Wipers May Fail, Reducing Driver Visibility in Crash Risk; Engine May Surge Unexpectedly, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Dodge Dart?

Based on 263 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (87), Engine (67), Unknown Or Other (61).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Dodge Dart has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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