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2014 Dodge Dart — 2.4L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 Dart 2.4L.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine 2.4LTransmission Automatic 6-spd

The 2014 Dodge Dart 2.4L is a passenger car built on the PF platform and powered by a 2.4-liter engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, achieving EPA fuel economy ratings of 23/34/27 mpg; it requires 4.0 quarts of 5W-40 API oil for service. In terms of reliability, the model year recorded 361 total owner complaints with the Power Train area being the most frequent concern, and it was subject to four recalls. When placed within the Dart's broader complaint history spanning 2013 to 2016, the 2014 model falls in the middle of that range—significantly lower than the 1153 complaints logged for 2013 but notably higher than the 246 complaints recorded for 2016—suggesting a transitional phase in the vehicle's dependability trajectory.

Model year2016201520142013

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-40 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque85-115 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy23/34/27 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 · 600 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 48 · 600 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04892339BE alt 68102241AA
Engine air filter04627127AB
Spark plugSP148183AD alt SP070507AC
BatteryBBH6F001AA alt BBH5F001AA
Front wiper blades68156269AC alt 68156268AB
Thermostat05047264AB alt 05047861AD
Cabin air filter68606187AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length184.3 in
Overall width72 in
Overall height57.9 in
Wheelbase106.7 in
Curb weight3243 lb
Track (front / rear)61.8 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined23 / 34 / 27 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent published road-test results.

8.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.70 sec — 2014 GT
184 hpHorsepower (as tested)
171 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2014GT 2.4L I-48.70 sec16.60 sec184 hpFWD
2015SXT 2.4L I-48.20 sec16.20 sec184 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.0 qt of 5W-40 API engine oil, SYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 85-115 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 21.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity5
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilSYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.3 Pints
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.5 Pints
Differential Gear OilSYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts155 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts9 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts25 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug21.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts85-115 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance.504-.616 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance5220-6380 ohms
Spark Plug ManufacturerChampion
Spark Plug Gap0.047 in
Spark Plug Torque20.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.25 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity5.90 oz
Standard BCI Group Number48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance600 cca
Standard BCI Group Number48

Service checks

Pressure Test15, Do not allow pressure to exceed 20 psi.
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)58.0 + or - 5.0 psi
Injector Primary Resistance12 approx. @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression170

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG
Torque Caliper to Bracket32 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle129 ft-lbs / 23 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0003 in / 0.0004 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0008 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.102 in / 0.3937 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.102 in / 0.3937 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Lubricate bolts with clean engine oil · If your bolt has the short head, use the following torque specifications:

125 ft. lbs.25 ft. lbs
250 ft. lbs.50 ft. lbs
350 ft. lbs.50 ft. lbs
490 degreesCAUTION:Do not use a torque wrench for the Fourth step.; If your bolt has the long head, use the following torque specifications:90 degrees
125 ft. lbs.25 ft. lbs
254 ft. lbs.54 ft. lbs
354 ft. lbs.54 ft. lbs
490 degreesCAUTION:Do not use a torque wrench for the Fourth step.90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Parking Brake System (adjust) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 30,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miTransmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2014 Dodge Dart sits near the low point of the model's federal complaint volume, with 361 complaints and 4 recalls, down sharply from 2013's 1,153 complaints and 7 recalls, while complaints rebounded to 507 in 2015 and fell again to 246 in 2016. Despite fewer complaints and recalls than its neighbors, 2014 recorded the generation's highest technical service bulletin count at 268, compared with 178 in 2013, 263 in 2015, and 193 in 2016, which suggests dealers addressed a broad range of service issues even as formal complaints remained comparatively low. The leading 2014 complaint categories were Power Train (73), Service Brakes (37), Unknown or Other (35), and Engine (31), with 20 crash-related and 7 fire-related complaints on file; the data does not specify root causes. The two investigations in 2014 matched 2013's count and exceeded the one investigation each in 2015 and 2016. Overall, 2014 is the generation's lowest-recall and second-lowest-complaint year, making it a relatively favorable used-car candidate within the Dart range, provided a buyer verifies that applicable TSBs and any outstanding recall work have been completed.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
268
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
361
Owner complaints
20 involved a crash · 7 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 361 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train73
Service Brakes37
Unknown Or Other35
Engine31
Electrical System22
Power Train,Engine11
Electrical System,Engine9
Vehicle Speed Control6

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V293000Power Train:Automatic TransmissionReported 11/04/2019

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Dodge Dart vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the shift cable to detach from the transmission. Remedy: This recall will be replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V674. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Chrysler will notify owners…

15V800000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:VacuumReported 25/11/2015

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured February 27, 2012 to January 23, 2014 and equipped with either a 2.0L or 2.4L engine. In affected vehicles, engine… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster grommet for the presence of oil. If no oil is found, the vacuum tube assembly will be replaced. If oil is…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 268 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
31-001-25 REV. B2025-08-16StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
91006452025-08-15Unknown Or OtherVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders…
91006532025-08-15Unknown Or OtherVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders…
31-001-25 REV. A2025-08-14StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…
31-001-252025-08-13StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2014 Dart 2.4L take?

4.0 qt of SYNTHETIC 5W-40 API MEETING CHRYSLER SPECIFICATION MS12991, per the factory manual.

Does the 2014 Dart have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2.4L get?

EPA figures are 23 city / 34 highway / 27 combined mpg.