Stellantis issues major recall of Dodge Darts due to folding safety risks

excellentDodge, the parent company of Dodge and Chrysler, has issued a major recall of more than 298,000 Dodge Dart vehicles due to a serious safety issue that could cause the cars to roll over unexpectedly.

The announcement was made by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on October 9, 2025.

The recall affects Dodge Dart sedans from 2013 to 2016 models. The problem lies in the transmission cable, which can break.

When this happens, drivers may think the car is in park when it actually isn’t, increasing the risk of a rollover accident — which is especially dangerous if someone is behind or near the car.

according to USA TodayStellantis said the issue is linked to a previous recall from 2019 (recall number 19V293000).

At that time, the company replaced the cable bushing, but many owners continued to report problems even after the repair.

After reviewing the complaints and investigating vehicles between June and October 2025, Stellantis confirmed that the problem still exists and issued a new recall: 25V674000.

Stellantis for free Dodge Dart defect repair

So far, the company says that no injuries or accidents related to this defect have been reported. However, out of an abundance of caution, the company is asking all affected owners to take the issue seriously.

While Stellantis works on a permanent solution, dealers will be notified starting October 16, and vehicle owners will be contacted between November 6 and November 13.

Affected customers will receive a letter in the mail explaining the issue and next steps. Once a fix is ​​available, repairs will be provided at no cost.

Drivers concerned about their vehicle can contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. The reference recall number is A0C, CBS News I mentioned.

This isn’t the first time Stellantis has faced a recall in 2025. Earlier in the year, the automaker recalled more than 63,000 Jeep Cherokees due to a defect that could cause the vehicles to lose power or be unable to park.

Even with the recall, Stellantis had some positive news to share, as the company revealed plans to invest $13 billion in its manufacturing network in the United States.

The move is expected to add about 5,000 new jobs in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio.

Originally published on vcpost.com