GradeDodge Dart Reliability Grade
Poor reliability
Grade a specific Dodge Dart
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Dodge Dart earns an F overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an F for its engine and an F for its transmission. It ranks 14th of 15 compact cars we grade. Both its engine (F) and transmission (F) grade poorly, so a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic is a must. Grades are based on 2,539 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2016 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Dodge Dart reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Years to avoid: 2013 (transmission slipping / rough shifting) and 2014–2016 (stalling / loss of power)
How long does the Dodge Dart last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Dodge Dart vs. other compact cars
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla | A | A | A |
| Subaru Impreza | A | A | A |
| Toyota Prius | A | A | A |
| Honda Civic | A- | A- | A- |
| Mazda Mazda3 | A | A | A- |
| Nissan Versa | A- | B- | A- |
| Nissan Sentra | A | B- | B+ |
| Kia Forte | B- | B+ | B+ |
| Chevrolet Cruze | B | B | B+ |
| Volkswagen Jetta | B | B+ | B |
| Volkswagen Golf | B | B | B |
| Hyundai Elantra | C+ | B | B- |
| Ford Fiesta | C | F | D |
| Ford Focus | F | F | F |
| Dodge Dart | F | F | F |
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Is the Dodge Dart reliable?
Poor reliability. The Dodge Dart earns an F overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an F for its engine and an F for its transmission. It ranks 14th of 15 compact cars we grade. Both its engine (F) and transmission (F) grade poorly, so a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic is a must. Grades are based on 2,539 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2016 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Dodge Dart last?
We estimate a well-maintained Dodge Dart lasts around 140,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Dodge Dart?
No Dodge Dart model year stands out as exceptionally reliable in NHTSA owner complaints. The best-graded years are 2013, 2014 and 2016.
What Dodge Dart years should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Dodge Dart years to be most careful with are 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. The 2013 grades an F overall (engine D, transmission F), and its top engine/transmission problem is transmission slipping / rough shifting, which a recall covers. The 2015 grades an F overall (engine D, transmission F), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power, which a recall covers.
Is the Dodge Dart transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Dodge Dart transmission an F (poor reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Dodge Dart engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Dodge Dart engine an F (poor reliability).