2013 Dodge Dart engine problems

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47 owners have reported engine problems with the 2013 Dodge Dart, 18% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 86,000 mi.

Engine complaints
47
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Related recalls
0
Median mileage
86,000 mi

Specific components reported

Engine covers: stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating.

ComponentComplaints
Engine46
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly1

Engine complaints across Dodge Dart years

22012472013302014452015222016
Engine complaints by model year. The 2013 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

Under 10k110k–30k330k–60k1060k–100k4100k–150k1150k+
Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

  1. Filed May 8, 2026AZElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
    Vehicle has active safety recall A0C/NHTSA 25V-674 for transmission shift cable, but the manufacture states remedy is not yet available. recall notice was recived in October 2025, and no repair has been offered. Vehicle is now experiencing worsening symptoms including transmission slipping/skipping gears and shutting off while driving. Most recently vehicle begun overheating and heater started blowing hot air that can not be turned off. Vehicle has lost center screen/radio…
    NHTSA complaint #11736509 · source
  2. Filed Apr 3, 2026162,000 miILEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
    The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the vehicle moved forward while shifted to park(P). The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were on back order. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…
    NHTSA complaint #11728971 · source
  3. Filed Nov 13, 202555,000 miPAEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
    The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (POWER TRAIN). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle stalled. The check engine and the oil warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the engine was consuming oil and was leaking engine oil. The contact was…
    NHTSA complaint #11699141 · source
  4. Filed Sep 30, 2025FLElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
    On [XXX], at 5 pm, at [XXX] , the vehicle went into park, but showed as reverse, and the key was unable to be removed, or turn the electrical system off, or place the vehicle in park. I contacted The General Insurance Company Roadside assistance; a tow truck was dispatched. It took several hours, 2-3 hrs. for the driver to arrive. He stated he was familiar with Phillips CJDR, and new exactly where and how to leave the vehicle. I removed all personal effects for safety and…
    NHTSA complaint #11690575 · source
  5. Filed Sep 22, 2025130,000 miLABrakesEngine
    The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the temperature gauge indicated that the engine was overheating, and the contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. The contact pulled over and was unable to activate the parking brake. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle with engine failure. The contact was…
    NHTSA complaint #11688998 · source
  6. Filed Mar 19, 2025AZAirbagsEngineSuspension
    The vehicle history does not show any type of accidents. The vehicle history says that the vehicles airbags are in tact. In reviewing my contract from the dealership there is a page that states the vehicle has no airbags.The airbags not being present means the have been deployed due to a collision, right? Im concerned that the vehicle is not the vehicle aligned with the vin. Visually inspecting the physical vin sticker it has rips and is torn is some places. The odometer is…
    NHTSA complaint #11649161 · source
  7. Filed Nov 7, 2024KSEngine
    Hello. My complaint is on the motor mounts, the OEM factory/manufacturer ones that car dealers service/replace. Long story short, in 1 year and 3 months’ timeframe, my motor mounts have been replaced not once, nor twice, but THREE times. It runs the risks of damaging my motor/engine internally and is a safety hazard on the road. The first replacement (August 2023) was due to broken motor mounts and about 4-5 mounts got replaced. Eight months later (April 2024), the second…
    NHTSA complaint #11623990 · source
  8. Filed Aug 30, 2024FLEngineSteeringTransmission & Drivetrain
    The transmission bushing broke and the transmission was disabled. The steering wheel was locked and the key was unable to be removed. The safety of the driver and passenger were at harm on the highway when steering was disabled and the transmission could not be moved after stopping. The problem was produced and was forced to be repaired by a shop for the safety of the driver at expense of the driver. The vehicle was then brought to a dodge dealership in Margate Florida,…
    NHTSA complaint #11611886 · source
  9. Filed Aug 1, 2024FLElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    My car has an extremely bad rough idle. I’ve had an alignment done, new tires, new spark plugs. I’ve done so much work to this car. I have done some extremely deep research and it is a VERY common issue in the 2013 Dodge dart. One thing I also read, is it could be caused due to all of the ground point nuts being painted over, not creating a strong circuit for the ground. That should be a recall because I cannot physically replace all of those nuts. If that’s not the issue,…
    NHTSA complaint #11605972 · source
  10. Filed May 9, 2024TXEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain
    The car has a mind of its own but now it's a constant problem. I will be trying to go and it's like it shift to nuetural and I loose all powers so I keep pushing gas tell it does something. so i don't cause a accident. When this happens the middle screen where shows speed and stuff like reboots . It will also sometimes say gear not availiable. There is no warning lights on. I try not to drive unless I have to because it dangerous if the. Car does not give trouble backing our…
    NHTSA complaint #11587960 · source
  11. Filed Jan 30, 2024GAEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
    The transmission is completely faulty. The transmission modular that was recalled I replaced that already. The transmission needs to be replaced completely. I've found articles that the Dodge Chrysler had recalled transmissions for the same year make and model. I want to have it replaced with a new one. Contact me at [XXX] [XXX] or [XXX] . thanks. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
    NHTSA complaint #11568858 · source
  12. Filed Dec 17, 2023COEngine
    I was driving in the interstate and out of no where my car starts to make aloud noise and breaks down. At this point the car begins to read “Service Transmission.” And is no longer to switch between gears. The shifter cable bushing failed and detached from the transmission
    NHTSA complaint #11560554 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology