How many brake complaints does the 2014 Dodge Dart have?

NHTSA lists 74 brake complaints for the 2014 Dodge Dart, which is 20% of the 371 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2014 Dodge Dart?

Yes. Campaign 15V800000 covers 2013-2014 Dodge Dart vehicles with 2.0L or 2.4L engines built between February 27, 2012 and January 23, 2014, where oil could enter the brake booster grommet. Dealers inspect the grommet and remedy the issue if oil is found.

At what mileage do 2014 Dodge Dart brake problems usually appear?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 40,000 miles at the time of brake-related failure for the 2014 Dart.

Have the 2014 Dodge Dart's brake problems caused crashes or injuries?

NHTSA complaint data tied to brakes for this model year include 8 crashes, 2 fires, and 3 injuries.

Is the 2014 Dodge Dart worse for brake complaints than other Dart years?

Among the years listed, 2012 has the highest share of brake complaints at 29%, followed by 2014 and 2015 at 20% and 16%; 2013 and 2016 are lower at 12%.

2014 Dodge Dart Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 74 brake complaints for the 2014 Dodge Dart, 20% of its 371 total complaints for the year. These complaints are linked to 8 crashes, 2 fires, and 3 injuries, with a median mileage at failure of 40,000 miles, and a related recall (campaign 15V800000) covering the brake booster.

Brakes complaints: 74; 20% of 371
Crashes reported: 8
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 40,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the brake pedal suddenly becoming hard to depress with a longer stopping distance, sometimes tied to oil leaking from the engine into the brake booster.
Some describe complete loss of braking at highway speed, requiring use of the emergency brake to stop.
Several report the brake pedal releasing or going soft unexpectedly while stopped, with a whooshing sound before the failure.
Multiple owners say the vehicle failed to stop in time during normal braking at low speeds, resulting in a rear-end collision.
One report describes brakes becoming progressively harder to use until they stopped working altogether in traffic, along with unrelated random electrical shutdowns.
A smaller number describe the brake pedal being depressed but the car failing to respond at all, leading to a crash.

When 2014 Dodge Dart brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 19, 2014, latest May 1, 2026.

74 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2014 to May 2026; peak May 2016 (8).

Brakes recalls for the 2014 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.

Brakes complaints by Dart model year

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

2012309 (29%)
201335 (12%)
201474 (20%)
201586 (16%)
201631 (12%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2014 Dodge Dart have?: NHTSA lists 74 brake complaints for the 2014 Dodge Dart, which is 20% of the 371 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2014 Dodge Dart?: Yes. Campaign 15V800000 covers 2013-2014 Dodge Dart vehicles with 2.0L or 2.4L engines built between February 27, 2012 and January 23, 2014, where oil could enter the brake booster grommet. Dealers inspect the grommet and remedy the issue if oil is found.
At what mileage do 2014 Dodge Dart brake problems usually appear?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 40,000 miles at the time of brake-related failure for the 2014 Dart.
Have the 2014 Dodge Dart's brake problems caused crashes or injuries?: NHTSA complaint data tied to brakes for this model year include 8 crashes, 2 fires, and 3 injuries.
Is the 2014 Dodge Dart worse for brake complaints than other Dart years?: Among the years listed, 2012 has the highest share of brake complaints at 29%, followed by 2014 and 2015 at 20% and 16%; 2013 and 2016 are lower at 12%.