2014 Dodge Dart Transmission & Powertrain Problems
NHTSA lists 132 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Dodge Dart, 36% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 57,208 miles. Three related recalls cover shifter cable detachment and transmission control module failure.
- Transmission & Powertrain complaints
- 132
- 36% of 371
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 57,208 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical transmission symptoms owners report
- Manual transmission clutch pedals stick to the floor or fail to build compression, causing stalling, rough engagement, or difficulty shifting, especially in cold weather.
- Automatic transmissions display an 'R' or gear-position warning and hesitate or bang into gear when shifting from park into reverse or drive.
- Clutch assemblies reportedly blow out or slip on 6-speed manual cars shortly after purchase, sometimes accompanied by smoke and loss of power.
- Transmission control module faults trigger warning lights, jerking, and grinding between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd gear, with some owners reporting a burning smell.
- Vehicles stall unexpectedly at low speed or while coming to a stop, sometimes requiring multiple attempts to restart.
- Owners report recall parts for the transmission control module were unavailable for extended periods, delaying repairs.
When 2014 Dodge Dart transmission complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 12, 2014, latest Aug 12, 2026.
Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2014 Dodge Dart
- NHTSA 25V674000Oct 9, 2025Transmission & Powertrain298,439 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Dodge Dart vehicles. The shifter cable may detach from the transmission, preventing the vehicle from shifting into the park (P) position and causing a loss of park function.
Risk: A loss of park function may allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Vehicles that were previously repaired under recall 19V293 will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim notification letters, explaining the safety risk, were mailed November 6, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is A0C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 16, 2025.
- NHTSA 19V293000Apr 11, 2019Transmission & Powertrain298,439 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Dodge Dart vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the shift cable to detach from the transmission.
Risk: If the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the vehicle may not perform the shifts performed by the driver. Additionally, despite selecting PARK with the shifter, the vehicle may roll away. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: This recall will be replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V674. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission side shifter cable bushing, free of charge. The recall began September 5, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V34.
- NHTSA 15V542000Aug 25, 2015Transmission & Powertrain23,564 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured February 24, 2012, to June 16, 2015. The affected vehicles may experience failure of the transmission control module (TCM), causing the transmission to unexpectedly shift into neutral.
Risk: If the transmission shifts into neutral, it can cause loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM and bracket, free of charge. Chrysler issued an interim notification to owners on October 14, 2015. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R42.
Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Dart model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are transmission problems on the 2014 Dodge Dart?
- NHTSA lists 132 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Dart, which is 36% of the 371 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a transmission recall for the 2014 Dodge Dart?
- Yes. NHTSA lists three related recalls: campaign 15V542000 for transmission control module failure, 19V293000 for shifter cable bushing failure, and 25V674000 which replaces the 2019 fix for shifter cable detachment from the transmission.
- At what mileage do 2014 Dodge Dart transmission problems usually occur?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 57,208 miles.
- Did the 2014 Dodge Dart transmission issues cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 injuries or fires tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Dart.