How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2012 Dodge Dart have?

NHTSA lists 15 Structure & Body complaints for the 2012 Dodge Dart, which is about 1% of the 1,081 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2012 Dodge Dart's structure or body?

No. NHTSA data shows no related recalls listed for the Structure & Body component on the 2012 Dodge Dart.

What body issues do 2012 Dart owners report most?

Owners describe dashboard rattling, a windshield cracking, a trunk deck lid opening on its own while driving, loose or missing body bolts, and hood paint bubbling and rusting.

At what mileage do these body problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2012 Dodge Dart is 11,000 miles.

Were any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?

NHTSA data tied to this component and year lists 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries among the reported complaints.

2012 Dodge Dart Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 15 Structure & Body complaints for the 2012 Dodge Dart, about 1% of its 1,081 total complaints that year. Issues include dashboard rattles, cracked windshields, trunk deck lid popping open while driving, and hood paint bubbling/rusting. No related recall is listed for this component.

Structure & Body complaints: 15; 1% of 1,081
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 11,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Owners report the dashboard rattling loudly and a windshield cracking from inside the vehicle shortly after purchase.
Some describe the trunk deck lid popping open on its own while the car was moving or idling, blocking rear visibility.
Others found missing or loose fender-to-bumper bolts and misinstalled screws on a nearly new vehicle.
Several noted sharp metal spikes exposed inside the trunk interior that could cut skin.
Paint along the front edge of the hood was reported bubbling up and rusting on a vehicle that was purchased new.
One owner reported heat coming from the wiring harness/fuse box area that damaged and dulled the paint on the car's side.

When 2012 Dodge Dart body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 25, 2012, latest May 13, 2019.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2012 to May 2019; peak Oct 2017 (2).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2012 Dodge Dart

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Structure & Body complaints by Dart model year

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

201215 (1%)
20132 (1%)
201410 (3%)
20159 (2%)
20163 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2012 Dodge Dart have?: NHTSA lists 15 Structure & Body complaints for the 2012 Dodge Dart, which is about 1% of the 1,081 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2012 Dodge Dart's structure or body?: No. NHTSA data shows no related recalls listed for the Structure & Body component on the 2012 Dodge Dart.
What body issues do 2012 Dart owners report most?: Owners describe dashboard rattling, a windshield cracking, a trunk deck lid opening on its own while driving, loose or missing body bolts, and hood paint bubbling and rusting.
At what mileage do these body problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2012 Dodge Dart is 11,000 miles.
Were any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?: NHTSA data tied to this component and year lists 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries among the reported complaints.