How many 2012 Dodge Dart owners complained about steering?

NHTSA lists 37 steering complaints for the 2012 Dodge Dart, which is 3% of the 1,081 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2012 Dodge Dart steering problems?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this steering issue on the 2012 Dodge Dart.

At what mileage do 2012 Dodge Dart steering problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2012 Dodge Dart is 23,500 miles.

Did the steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 4 crashes tied to steering complaints on the 2012 Dodge Dart, with no fires and no injuries reported.

How does the 2012 Dart compare to other model years for steering complaints?

The 2012 Dodge Dart had 37 steering complaints (3% share), higher in raw count than 2013's 5 complaints (2% share) but lower in share than 2015's 34 complaints (6% share).

2012 Dodge Dart Steering Problems

NHTSA logged 37 steering complaints for the 2012 Dodge Dart, 3% of its 1,081 total complaints that year, with 4 crashes and no fires or injuries reported. Median mileage at failure was 23,500 miles. No steering-related recall is listed for this issue.

Steering complaints: 37; 3% of 1,081
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 23,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel suddenly seizes or becomes very hard to turn at highway speeds around 70 mph.
Steering locks momentarily when turning one direction, then releases and allows turning the other way.
Steering wheel jerks or swerves the vehicle unexpectedly while cornering, leading to loss of control.
Vibration felt through the steering wheel during braking or when the air conditioning is running.
Steering wheel sits off-center after purchase, requiring a dealer alignment that owners say did not fully fix the sticking.
Front suspension or control arm failure reported alongside steering complaints, causing loss of control.

When 2012 Dodge Dart steering complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 20, 2013, latest Nov 5, 2019.

37 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2013 to Nov 2019; peak Jul 2013 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2012 Dodge Dart

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Dart model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201237 (3%)
20135 (2%)
201420 (5%)
201534 (6%)
201611 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many 2012 Dodge Dart owners complained about steering?: NHTSA lists 37 steering complaints for the 2012 Dodge Dart, which is 3% of the 1,081 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2012 Dodge Dart steering problems?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this steering issue on the 2012 Dodge Dart.
At what mileage do 2012 Dodge Dart steering problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2012 Dodge Dart is 23,500 miles.
Did the steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 4 crashes tied to steering complaints on the 2012 Dodge Dart, with no fires and no injuries reported.
How does the 2012 Dart compare to other model years for steering complaints?: The 2012 Dodge Dart had 37 steering complaints (3% share), higher in raw count than 2013's 5 complaints (2% share) but lower in share than 2015's 34 complaints (6% share).