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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2015 Dodge Dart suspension problems
severe Owners of the 2015 Dodge Dart have filed 10 NHTSA complaints about the suspension at roughly $900 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See suspension across all vehicles →
Complaints
10
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$900
| Model year | suspension complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 Dart | 10 |
| 2014 Dart | 9 |
| 2015 Dart (this page) | 10 |
| 2016 Dart | 5 |
3crashes
2injuries
What stands out
Of the 4 model years of Dodge Dart we track for suspension problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 10.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering suspension on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Air Suspension Components Star Parts Catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root cause without over repairing the system. Replace only the part deemed failed by the diagnostics performed. Individual parts include: - Compressor - Valve block - Individual hoses - Temp sensor - Shield - Air line clips NOTE: in most situations when a new compressor is needed, the compressor as a separate part is the correct repair, and the assembly would not be required.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗No Travel Link Data Displayed And Other System Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio?s software if needed.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗No Travel Link Data Displayed And Other System Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio?s software if needed.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The dominant issue here is lower control arm failure—brittle fracturing that happens on the highway at 65–70 mph and at low speed (5–15 mph), sometimes catastrophically. One owner's brand-new Dart snapped a control arm just 64 days after purchase. Another reported the arm failing three times. A third reported it breaking off a second time while driving straight. Loss of steering control is the recurring theme: vehicles suddenly pull hard to one side with no warning, forcing collisions into guardrails and curbs. One owner's body shop insisted the arm must have hit something, but the owner disputed that—the control arm appeared structurally weak, not impact-damaged.
Front struts are also failing fast; one owner's struts went out within two weeks of purchase. Rear shocks fail and trigger tire damage. The suspension alignment is loose—minor bumps throw it off enough that owners accumulate alignment receipts documenting repeated corrections.
One owner reported Chrysler refused warranty coverage for the control arm failure outright. No recalls, technical service bulletins, or warranty programs have been acknowledged by complainants. The pattern of repeated failures on individual vehicles and the complaint volume suggest this is not random impact damage but a systemic design or manufacturing issue.
Same Dodge Dart suspension reports on nearby years: 2013
Failure modes owners describe
Lower control arm fracture/failure
Lower control arms breaking off or fracturing during normal driving, including repeated failures on the same vehicle. Owners report sudden loss of steering control, wheels separating or lodging into fenders, and crashes into guardrails and curbs. One owner experienced the control arm failing three separate times; another had it fail twice.
When: As early as 64 days after purchase; between 10,000–40,000 miles; during highway speeds (65–70 mph) and low-speed driving (5–15 mph)
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle pulls sharply to one side without warning; Loss of steering control; Clunking noise while turning or accelerating; Wheel separates from axle or lodges into fender; Tire separation; Highway vibration at 65–70 mph; Rattling noise from driver-side front suspension
Repairs/costs cited: Control arm replacement required. One owner reported the body shop stated a new control arm had to have hit something to snap, but the owner confirmed no impact prior to the failure. Repairs not covered under manufacturer warranty in at least one case.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Chrysler refused warranty coverage in at least one case. Manufacturer was notified of failures but no recalls, TSBs, or warranty programs mentioned by owners.
Front strut failure
Front struts failing very early in vehicle ownership, within two weeks of purchase.
When: Within 2 weeks of purchase
Symptoms owners cite: Complete strut failure
Repairs/costs cited: Strut replacement required
Suspension alignment instability
Suspension loses alignment easily after minor impacts or bumps, requiring frequent realignment.
When: Throughout ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Alignment thrown out by small bumps; Vehicle pulls or wanders
Repairs/costs cited: Multiple alignment adjustments and receipts documented by owner
Rear shock failure
Rear shocks failing, leading to damage to rear tires.
When: At 66,000 miles or earlier
Symptoms owners cite: Rear shock failure requiring replacement
Repairs/costs cited: Rear shock replacement required; also necessitated purchase of two new rear tires
Synthesized from 10 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2015 Dodge Dart?
It's a meaningful issue. 10 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $900.
At what mileage does the suspension typically fail?
Based on the 10 complaints filed, suspension issues most often appear around 27,175 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to suspension?
No active recalls currently cover suspension issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2015/Dodge/Dart.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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