2012 Dodge Dart Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 309 brake complaints for the 2012 Dodge Dart, 29% of its 1,081 total complaints, tied to 31 crashes, 4 fires, and 10 injuries. Two related brake recalls exist (campaigns 15V800000 and 13V124000), and median mileage at failure was 37,824.
- Brakes complaints
- 309
- 29% of 1,081
- Crashes reported
- 31
- Fires reported
- 4
- Injuries reported
- 10
- Median mileage
- 37,824 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report the parking brake failing to hold the vehicle, allowing it to roll away and crash even when engaged.
- Some describe the brake pedal going soft or sinking to the floor with no stopping power at low speeds while parking.
- Others report brakes failing at highway-adjacent speeds around 30-45 mph, with the pedal not slowing the car and a hissing or air-like sound from the brakes.
- Several owners had to rely on the emergency brake to stop the vehicle after the main brakes did not respond.
- One owner traced the issue to the power brake booster after repeated failed stops.
When 2012 Dodge Dart brake complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 27, 2012, latest Mar 1, 2023.
Brakes recalls for the 2012 Dodge Dart
- NHTSA 15V800000Nov 25, 2015Brakes105,425 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 13V124000Apr 3, 2013Brakes46 vehicles
Parking brake
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured on November 27, 2012. Some vehicles may have been built with incorrect rear brake calipers, which could result in an inoperable parking brake.
Risk: If the parking brake is inoperable, the vehicle could roll when parked increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N21.
Brakes complaints by Dart model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2012 Dodge Dart have?
- NHTSA lists 309 brake-related complaints for the 2012 Dodge Dart, which is 29% of all 1,081 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2012 Dodge Dart?
- Two recalls involving brakes are on file: campaign 15V800000 for a brake booster grommet oil issue and campaign 13V124000 for incorrect rear brake calipers, though these target 2013-2014 build vehicles.
- At what mileage do brake problems usually show up?
- The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2012 Dodge Dart is 37,824 miles.
- Have the brake issues caused crashes or injuries?
- Yes. NHTSA data tied to this component shows 31 crashes, 4 fires, and 10 injuries reported for the 2012 Dodge Dart.