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2013 Dodge Dart

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2013 Dodge Dart.

Common problems

What to watch for on the 2013 Dodge Dart

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Excessive Oil Consumption

Known for burning oil through its piston rings.

Typical repair cost
$2,000 – $5,000
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MultiAir Unit Failure

The MultiAir module that opens the intake valves can fail, often after low oil, causing misfires and a flashing check engine light.

Typical repair cost
$900 – $1,800

Which of these apply to your 2013 Dart?

Your guide shows which apply to the exact car, and what to ask the seller.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2013 Dodge Dart

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Power train: floor shift

The shifter cable may detach from the transmission, preventing the vehicle from shifting into the park (P) position and causing a loss of…

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 1175 owners reported

Power train503
Service brakes226
Electrical system120
Air bags55

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2013 Dodge Dart at a glance

Trims
AeroGTLimitedRallyeSESXT
Engine
1.4L 4-Cylinder Turbo, 2.4L 4-Cylinder, 2.0L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
DCT 6-spd, Manual 6-spd, Automatic 6-spd
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Sedan
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2013 Dodge Dart?

Owners have filed 1175 complaints about the 2013 Dodge Dart with NHTSA, most often about the power train. There is 1 recall campaign covering this model year. Known problems on its engines include excessive oil consumption and multiair unit failure. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2013 Dodge Dart reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 1 open recall campaign on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2013 Dodge Dart?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2013 Dodge Dart listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.