2015 Dodge Dart Problems And Complaints

2015 Dodge Dart Problems

Electrical issues:

• UConnect issues: The UConnect system that comes equipped in the 2015 Dode Dart is a pretty troublesome one. There are constant connection issues and the system doesn't read any devices attached to it. Apart from this, the Bluetooth pairing is weak and constantly disconnects. People report the system to be very bright and distracting wheel driving at night. In some cases, the UConnect system just stopped working and shut down, causing a lot of issues while driving. 
• Battery problems: One of the most common issues is the Dart battery giving up on its charge while the car is moving. There has been a stockpile of similar complaints registered with the NHTSA as well as reported in the unofficial forums. The owners have to get their batteries changed frequently to avoid mishaps. 
• Exterior lighting packing issues: The packing of the headlights/tail lights is substandard and causes moisture to enter the units. There have been many reports of the lights shorting out due to moisture inside their wiring. One complainant has reported fire due to such short-circuit and had to extinguish the fire himself/herself. 

Mechanical issues:

• Abnormal engine oil consumption: The most common issue with the Dodge Dart is its disability to burn engine oil at an abnormal rate, measured at 1 quart every 1,000 miles. There have been numerous issues stating the car stalling out and losing motive power at highway speeds. One complainant had reported a very close call with a semi-truck as s/he was traveling on the highway and the car gave out. The issue is communicated to the dealership and the manufacturer but no steady solution is available for now. As a remedy, some dealerships suggest carrying a quart or two of engine oil while driving. 
• Transmission issues: The Dart transmission issues mostly comprise of the pressure plate cracking/malfunctioning and causing the car to slip gears. People report that the clutch pedal remains depressed despite the foot being taken off the pedal, causing the car to rev in neutral. This causes a loss of momentum which has resulted in close calls as well. One has to get the pressure plates changed but since the issue is most prominent post warranty expiration, the brunt of payment is on the owner. 

Equipment issues:

• Bubbling on stock tires: Several owners report the stock Kumho Solus 225/40R18 tires bubbling up and causing damage to the sidewalls. The issue isn’t an isolated incident but remains widespread all over the States. It has been communicated to the manufacturer and rumors of a new set of stock tires in newer batches are out in the market. 

2015 Dodge Dart Recalls

S. No	Date	NHTSA ID	Issues Noticed	Additional Remarks	Remedy
1.	December 17, 2014	14V800000	Tires	Failure to illuminate the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) light might cause a complete loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash. The affected units fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS Number 138, "Tire pressure monitoring systems”.	Chrysler will notify the owners and initiate a recall on January 27, 2015. The dealerships will reconfigure the vehicles from a low line setting to a high line setting without any charge. Chrysler’s internal number for the recall is P76.
2.	August 25, 2015	15V542000	Powertrain	Failure of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) may shift the car into neutral, increasing the risk of a crash.	Chrysler will notify the owners and initiate a recall on January 15, 2016. The dealerships will replace the TCM and bracket without any charge. Chrysler’s internal number for the recall is R42.
3.	February 26, 2016	16V113000	Electrical System	A missing backup software in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may cause an un-commanded torque movement, increasing the risk of a crash.	Chrysler will notify the owners and initiate a recall on March 25, 2016. The dealerships will update the Engine Control Module (ECM) software without any charge. Chrysler’s internal number for the recall is S10.
4.	December 21, 2017	17V824000	Equipment	A clogged fire extinguisher may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of an injury.	Chrysler will notify the owners to ask Kidde (the manufacturer) for a free replacement. The manufacturer initiated a recall on February 14, 2018. Chrysler’s internal number for the recall is T82.
5.	April 11, 2019	19V293000	Powertrain	Failure of the shifter cable bushing may detach the cable from the transmission, increasing the risk of unintended movement when parked.	Chrysler will notify the owners and initiate a recall on September 5, 2019. The dealerships will replace the transmission-side shifter cable bushing without any charge. Chrysler’s internal number for the recall is V34.

Should you buy the 2015 Dodge Dart?

The 2015 Dodge Dart offers more than what it costs and is a definite buy for many but the issues and recalls do raise concern in the buyer’s mind. The electrical issues haven’t been provided with any remedy yet and the UConnect system hasn’t been updated to cure its woes. There are no addresses made by the manufacturer to rectify the issues. Also, the engine oil consumption is something one should take note of while purchasing since the failure to do so may seize the engine completely. The transmission issue is rather manageable and a recall is already in place to resolve the issues. The tire quality has been questioned and, reportedly, removed from the newer batches. The newer batches wouldn’t have some of the listed issues and can be purchased without issues. For the pre-owned units, we’d suggest looking out for the repairs and recall history to see for any discrepancies.