2012 Dodge Dart recalls (3)

Every 2012 Dodge Dart recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

• Power Train · NHTSA 19V293000

  Nov 4, 2019Power Train:Automatic Transmission

  Problem

  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.

  Risk

  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.

  Fix

  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.

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• Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 15V800000

  Nov 25, 2015Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum

  Problem

  Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured February 27, 2012 to January 23, 2014 and equipped with either a 2.0L or 2.4L engine. In affected vehicles, engine oil from the vacuum pump may seep into the brake booster, damaging a component within the brake booster.

  Risk

  Internal damage to brake booster could result in a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix

  Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster grommet for the presence of oil. If no oil is found, the vacuum tube assembly will be replaced. If oil is found, the vacuum pump, vacuum tube assembly, brake booster and master cylinder will be replaced. The recall began on May 9, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R63.

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• Power Train · NHTSA 15V542000

  Aug 25, 2015Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)

  Problem

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured February 24, 2012, to June 16, 2015. The affected vehicles may experience failure of the transmission control module (TCM), causing the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.

  Risk

  If the transmission shifts into neutral, it can cause loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  Fix

  Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM and bracket, free of charge. Chrysler issued an interim notification to owners on October 14, 2015. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R42.

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2012 Dodge Dart complaints and service bulletins

Owners filed 1,081 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Dodge Dart, reporting 63 crashes, 14 fires, 36 injuries, 2 deaths. Dodge has issued at least 152 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.

Most-reported components

• Power Train455
• Service Brakes252
• Electrical System176
• Engine163
• Unknown Or Other103
• Air Bags68

Service bulletins by component

• Electrical System (61)
• Power Train (35)
• Equipment (29)
• Engine and Engine Cooling (17)
• Engine (10)
• Exterior Lighting (9)

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