How common are electrical problems on the 2015 Dodge Dart?

NHTSA lists 123 electrical system complaints for the 2015 Dart, which is 23% of the 525 total complaints filed for that model year — the highest share among the years covered.

Is there a recall for the 2015 Dodge Dart's electrical system?

There is a related recall, campaign 16V113000, covering certain 2016 Dart vehicles built July 25 to December 16, 2015 with a 2.0L engine and manual transmission; Chrysler updated the Engine Control Module software.

At what mileage do electrical failures happen on the 2015 Dart?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 50,500 miles.

Have electrical issues caused crashes or fires in the 2015 Dart?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area lists 4 crashes and 2 fires reported for the 2015 Dart.

2015 Dodge Dart Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 123 electrical system complaints for the 2015 Dodge Dart, 23% of its 525 total complaints for the year — the highest share among the years shown. A median failure mileage of 50,500 and one related recall (16V113000) point to a persistent, well-documented issue.

Electrical System complaints: 123; 23% of 525
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 50,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners describe sudden loss of electrical power and power steering while driving, with the instrument panel going dark and the vehicle coasting to a stop.
Several report the battery warning light coming on followed by flickering dashboard lights, loss of A/C, and loss of power steering and brakes at highway speed.
Some describe a fire starting in the battery compartment or fuse box, in one case totaling the car and in another producing smoke while driving at 50 mph.
Multiple owners report the cruise control module failing repeatedly, sometimes shutting off the dome light and instrument cluster at the same time.
One owner describes braking causing the car to cut off with the steering wheel locking, making it hard to restart in traffic.
Another reports erratic fuel gauge readings paired with sudden speed drops and dashboard controls turning off while driving at 65 mph.

When 2015 Dodge Dart electrical complaints were filed

First complaint May 1, 2015, latest Sep 15, 2026.

123 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2015 Q2 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q4 (8).

Electrical System recalls for the 2015 Dodge Dart

NHTSA 16V113000Feb 26, 2016Electrical System1,122 vehicles
Electrical system:software
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured July 25, 2015, to December 16, 2015 and equipped with a 2.0L engine and a manual transmission. Additionally included are certain 2015 Dodge Dart vehicles similarly equipped and brought in for dealer service between September 15, 2015 and January 12, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the powertrain control module that monitors the engine torque output may be missing a backup layer of software.
Risk: Without a backup layer of software, the control module may fail to prevent an un-commanded torque event, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Engine Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S10.

Electrical System complaints by Dart model year

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

2012181 (17%)
201359 (21%)
201476 (20%)
2015123 (23%)
201652 (20%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2015 Dodge Dart?: NHTSA lists 123 electrical system complaints for the 2015 Dart, which is 23% of the 525 total complaints filed for that model year — the highest share among the years covered.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Dodge Dart's electrical system?: There is a related recall, campaign 16V113000, covering certain 2016 Dart vehicles built July 25 to December 16, 2015 with a 2.0L engine and manual transmission; Chrysler updated the Engine Control Module software.
At what mileage do electrical failures happen on the 2015 Dart?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 50,500 miles.
Have electrical issues caused crashes or fires in the 2015 Dart?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area lists 4 crashes and 2 fires reported for the 2015 Dart.