2012 Dodge Challenger Technical Service Bulletins

166 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Dodge Challenger. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10162466May 3, 2019Equipment, Engine. Oil Filter Adapter If replacing Oil Filter Adapter due to oil leak, please be aware a seal kit is available for repair. If replacing due to missing Spring Loaded Check Valve, a replacement spring and check valve are now available through MOPAR.
• 10217484Nov 1, 2017Suspension. Servicing Lower Control Arm Inner Pivot Bushings This bulletin discusses replacement of the lower control arm inner pivot bushings.
• 10216303Nov 1, 2017Suspension, Equipment. Servicing Lower Control Arm Inner Pivot Bushings This bulletin discusses replacement of the lower control arm inner pivot bushings.
• 10219830Jun 7, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform this inspection: Check if float sensor is rotated off location from the bottle anti-rotation features that surround the SENSOR. Check to determine if the issue has been resolved. Continue with repair if necessary. Please contact Chris Koch at cell (248)…
• 10217521Mar 15, 2017Fuel system. Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 [email protected], or Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 [email protected] before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump…
• 10139989Mar 15, 2017Engine cooling. Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 [email protected], or Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 [email protected] before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump…
• 10139978Mar 8, 2017Seat belts. Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
• 10139985Mar 1, 2017Seat belts. Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
• 10223855Sep 7, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform the this inspection. Inspect the sensor for a fluid coating on the sensor pins. Orange colored rain repellant can cause this fluid build-up. Clean the pins, drain the reservoir, and fill with Mopar approved washer fluid. Check to determine if the issue has…
• 10228120May 25, 2016Equipment, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Transmission and drivetrain. Manual Transmission Shifter Noise This bulletin involves greasing or replacing the manual transmission rear shifter bushing. Customers may experience a clunk, squeak, or similar noise heard from center console area while shifting.
• 10181486May 25, 2016Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. Manual Transmission Shifter Noise This bulletin involves greasing or replacing the manual transmission rear shifter bushing. Customers may experience a clunk, squeak, or similar noise heard from center console area while shifting.
• 10141286May 25, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Manual Transmission Shifter Noise This bulletin involves greasing or replacing the manual transmission rear shifter bushing. Customers may experience a clunk, squeak, or similar noise heard from center console area while shifting.
• 10218303May 4, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features.
• 10140254May 4, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features.
• 10139956Apr 20, 2016Vehicle speed control. Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor 1) If you are replacing this part due to the cluster displaying Clean Radar Sensor in Front of Vehicle or DTC C1266 ACC Sensor Blinded, please verify that there is no blockage in front of the sensor. Blockage can occur from mud, ice, snow, front end damage, bracket damage, the sensor not attached to the bracket properly or an aftermarket fascia installed. This fault can occur…
• 10218037Mar 31, 2016Electrical system. Hands Free Module Prompts Begin Erroneously.
• 10215071Mar 31, 2016Electrical system. Hands Free Module Prompts Begin Erroneously.
• 10138948Mar 31, 2016Equipment. Hands Free Module Prompts Begin Erroneously This bulletin involves diagnosing and based on outcome, either performing a USB flash or replacing the Mopar accessory Hands Free Module (HFM). A customer may experience the Uconnect prompts begin to play without pressing the Voice Recognition (VR) button. The prompt may repeat itself two or three times before exiting. The customer satisfaction enhancements are included…
• 10121927Jan 26, 2016Engine cooling. NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
• 10218133Nov 19, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: PCM Software Enhancements.
• 10159945Nov 19, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: PCM Software Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM): ? U0140 - Lost…
• 10074946Nov 19, 2015Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10218142Nov 11, 2015Electrical system. This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control
• 10215176Nov 11, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control
• 10159927Nov 11, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Powertrain System Improvements/Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. The customer may describe hearing the fuel pump relay cycling during remote start or a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the…
• 10074955Nov 11, 2015Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10148691Sep 29, 2015Engine, Fuel system, Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: PCM Software Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find one of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: ? U0401-00 - Implausible Data Received From ECM/PCM ?…
• 10058837Sep 29, 2015Equipment. 2011-2012 dodge challenger; 2012 dodge charger; 2012 chrysler 300: malfunction indicator lamp illumination. Bulletin on selectively erasing and reprogramming powertrain control module
• 10149662Jul 2, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: 3.6L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control…
• 10058031Jun 13, 2015Electrical system. Chrysler 2011-2013 dodge challenger : this bulletin involves reprogramming the power control module with the newest software.
• 10150546Apr 18, 2015Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. RBZ Or RHB Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves upgrading the software on the RBZ or RHB Radio. The customer may experience one or more of the following. ? When changing the language on the radio, the navigation may still display English. ? Help prevent navigation lockup. ? Ghost image of the vehicle?s brand logo on the display screen. ? Digital photos loaded onto the hard drive intermittently get…
• 10144868Mar 31, 2015Engine. Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of engine startup and lasts about 90 seconds intermittently during a cold engine start, approximately 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) and below.
• 10223599Feb 11, 2015Engine cooling. Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Valve bodies with a gray connector can only be used on 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.~ Solenoid packs with a white…
• 10148573Jan 7, 2015Engine. Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of engine startup and lasts about 90 seconds intermittently during a cold engine start, approximately 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) and below.
• 10221067Dec 15, 2014Exterior lighting, Fuel system. MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessary. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes have been set: P0300- Multiple Cylinder Misfire P0302- Cylinder…
• 10139897Dec 15, 2014Engine cooling. MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessary. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes have been set: P0300- Multiple Cylinder Misfire P0302- Cylinder…
• 10229936Oct 23, 2014Equipment. RBZ Or RHB Radio Software Enhancements
• 10139800Oct 23, 2014Equipment. RBZ Or RHB Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves upgrading the software on the RBZ or RHB Radio. The customer may experience one or more of the following. When changing the language on the radio, the navigation may still display English. Help prevent navigation lockup. Ghost image of the vehicle?s brand logo on the display screen. Digital photos loaded onto the hard drive intermittently get lost…
• 10229966Oct 22, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. MIL Illumination For P0730 And Transmission Shift Enhancements
• 10139799Oct 22, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Fuel system, Exterior lighting, Electrical system. FLASH: MIL Illumination For P0730 And Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may find that Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0730 Incorrect Gear Ratio is setting erroneously.
• 10063729Oct 22, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10229945Oct 3, 2014Engine cooling. MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension)
• 10139771Oct 3, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessary. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes have been set: ? P0300- Multiple Cylinder Misfire ? P0302…
• 10229935Oct 1, 2014Equipment. RBZ Or RHB Radio Software Enhancements
• 10139767Oct 1, 2014Equipment. RBZ Or RHB Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves upgrading the software on the RBZ or RHB Radio. The customer may experience one or more of the following. ? When changing the language on the radio, the navigation may still display English. ? Help prevent navigation lockup. ? Ghost image of the vehicle?s brand logo on the display screen. ? Digital photos loaded onto the hard drive intermittently get…
• 10220993Sep 10, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. RHR Radio Issue Description: Issue 1: While performing RHR radio reflash (software update), on rare occasions, the flash can fail to properly update the radio resulting in the radio running in Emergency IFS mode. This error condition can occur due to interrupting the software update, background radio operations interfering with the reflash process, etc.
• 10139594Sep 10, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system, Suspension, Fuel…. Part Description: RHR Radio Issue Description: Issue 1: While performing RHR radio reflash (software update), on rare occasions, the flash can fail to properly update the radio resulting in the radio running in Emergency IFS mode. This error condition can occur due to interrupting the software update, background radio operations interfering with the reflash process, etc.
• 10217710Jul 17, 2014Equipment. No Audio From The Radio Caused By The Amplifier Muting Audio This bulletin involves replacing the Amplifier if required. The customer may indicate that there is no audio sound and/or radio is muted. This may happen when the audio is at a higher volume. The audio system will mute and remains ?muted? until the key is cycled. The audio system may defaults to surround sound after a key cycle.
• 10141225Jul 17, 2014Equipment. No Audio From The Radio Caused By The Amplifier Muting Audio This bulletin involves replacing the Amplifier if required. The customer may indicate that there is no audio sound and/or radio is muted. This may happen when the audio is at a higher volume. The audio system will mute and remains ?muted? until the key is cycled. The audio system may defaults to surround sound after a key cycle.
• 10062685Jul 17, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.

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