Honda Element vs Dodge Dart
Both cars' complete complaint records, side by side.
Read the totals carefully. NHTSA publishes no sales figures, so the car that sold more collects more complaints regardless of quality. The rows worth weighing are the proportions — the share of complaints that involved harm, and which part dominates.
| Measure | Honda Element | Dodge Dart |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 1,534 | 3,713 |
| Model years covered | 2003–2011 | 1966–2016 |
| Worst model year | 2003 | 2012 |
| Best model year | 2010 | 2013 |
| Crashes reported | 123 | 219 |
| Fires reported | 15 | 64 |
| Injuries reported | 101 | 87 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2 |
| Most complained-about part | Windows, Mirrors & Wipers | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 15.6% | 10% |
Honda Element by year
What breaks
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
378
24.6%
Airbags
323
21.1%
Suspension
115
7.5%
Electrical System
112
7.3%
Body & Structure
92
6.0%
Brakes
91
5.9%
Seats
57
3.7%
Transmission & Drivetrain
49
3.2%
Dodge Dart by year
What breaks
Transmission & Drivetrain
999
26.9%
Engine & Cooling
539
14.5%
Brakes
477
12.8%
Electrical System
472
12.7%
Other & Unspecified
362
9.7%
Airbags
125
3.4%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
109
2.9%
Steering
107
2.9%