Recall 19V293 affects 298,439 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles for shifter-cable-bushing failure. Repair is free at any franchised Dodge dealer.
Dodge is recalling 298,439 Dart vehicles from 2012, 2014, 2015, and 2016 under recall 19V293 because the shifter cable bushing can fail and let the cable detach from the transmission. If that happens, the car can ignore the selected gear or roll away after PARK is selected; Dodge dealers will replace the bushing free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The shifter cable bushing on affected 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles is a small connector at the transmission end of the shift cable. In normal use, the shift lever inside the car pulls that cable, and the cable tells the automatic transmission which gear the driver selected.
On these Dart vehicles, the bushing degrades. Once it breaks down, the shift cable detaches from the transmission. The driver can still move the shift lever, but the transmission does not actually follow that command. That leaves the car in its current gear position, even when the lever appears to be in PARK.
There is no warning sign before the cable detaches. After detachment, the shift lever can feel much easier to move than usual, the gear indicators can show the transmission's actual gear regardless of lever position, and the door ajar warning can sound if the driver's door opens while the transmission is not in PARK.
Who's affected?
Spans 2012, 2014, 2015, and 2016 Dart vehicles, with the floor-shift linkage listed under the automatic-transmission component.
| 2012 Dodge Dart | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2012 Dodge Dart | automatic transmission |
| 2014 Dodge Dart | automatic transmission |
| 2014 Dodge Dart | automatic transmission |
| 2015 Dodge Dart | automatic transmission |
| 2015 Dodge Dart | automatic transmission |
| 2016 Dodge Dart | automatic transmission |
| 2016 Dodge Dart | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 298,439 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
A detached shifter cable can keep the transmission from matching the gear selected by the driver. The vehicle can also roll away after the shifter is placed in PARK, increasing crash risk. There is no warning before detachment. If shifting suddenly feels too easy or warnings show the transmission is not in PARK, stop and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Dodge dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016 Dodge Dart is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Dodge dealer to schedule the free shifter-cable-bushing replacement that keeps the shift cable attached to the transmission.
- Ask the dealer whether your Dart still needs the newer remedy that replaced this recall, even if it was repaired under recall 19V293.
- Bring the recall notice if Dodge has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V293 when you call.
- Set the parking brake every time you park until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dodge technician replaces the transmission side shifter cable bushing so the shift cable stays attached to the transmission. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. This campaign has been replaced by recall 25V674, so vehicles repaired under 19V293 still need the newer remedy completed. If you already paid for this repair before the owner letter, Dodge's reimbursement process asks customers to send the original receipt or other proof of payment for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 11, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 31, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| May 31, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 31, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 5, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V293?
Recall 19V293 covers 298,439 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission-side shifter cable bushing can fail, letting the shift cable detach and keeping the vehicle from following the driver's shift selection.
What should I do if my 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016 Dodge Dart is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Dart is included in recall 19V293. If it is, contact a franchised Dodge dealer and ask whether recall 25V674 now applies to your vehicle, since recall 19V293 was replaced by that newer recall. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Dodge dealers replace the transmission-side shifter cable bushing free of charge. Vehicles already repaired under recall 19V293 still need the newer remedy under recall 25V674.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintended vehicle movement or shift behavior. If the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the Dart can fail to perform the shift selected by the driver. It can also roll away after PARK is selected, increasing crash risk.
What if I already had recall 19V293 repaired?
You still need the newer remedy completed. The remedy record says recall 19V293 was replaced by recall 25V674, and vehicles already repaired under recall 19V293 need the new repair. Call a franchised Dodge dealer and reference both recall numbers when scheduling.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V293000 |
|---|---|
| Dodge customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V293 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V293000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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