2017 Dodge Challenger Technical Service Bulletins

194 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2017 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.

• 10224877Oct 4, 2017Engine cooling. 5.7L Cold End Exhaust RH Side (Resonator & Muffler) Engineering is currently investigating an issue where the back-end exhaust system (resonator and muffler right hand assembly) cracks at or around the weld near the muffler with Model Year '13, '14, '16, and '17 Charger and Challenger 5.7L. Please call Design Release Engineer Jeff Robinson at cell phone (315) 408-6055 and send a photo of the part to him at…
• 10121796Sep 14, 2017Electrical system. UAS, UCQ, UDQ, UJQ and UAQ Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software. Customers may experience one or more of the following:Vehicle Finder feature on Sirius® Guardian inoperable. Radio freezes and resets after start-up. Navigation will not load when selected on the radio screen. Heated seats will not turn on from controls screen (Sales Code UAQ).
• 10121785Sep 8, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera), Exterior lighting, Wheels. UAS, UCQ, UDQ, UJQ and UAQ Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software. Customers may experience one or more of the following:Vehicle Finder feature on Sirius® Guardian inoperable. Radio freezes and resets after start-up. Navigation will not load when selected on the radio screen. Heated seats will not turn on from controls screen (Sales Code UAQ). Arabic…
• 10121742Sep 6, 2017Equipment. Amplifier Vehicles needing amplifier replacement, please call Rayyan Mohammed at Cell (248) 954-0790 prior to repair. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with the repair.
• 10224762Aug 25, 2017Exterior lighting, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic and Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: U1424-00 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received…
• 10224755Aug 23, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic and Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience the following condition:During an engine limp mode condition, the transmission remains in a fixed gear. Poor shift quality (bumps) on coast down shifts. This software update also includes the following enhancements:Improved…
• 10224735Aug 10, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Incorrect Serpentine Belt This bulletin involves inspecting and replacing the serpentine belt if necessary. The customer may experience serpentine drive belt squeal and reduced drive belt life expectancy.
• 10224734Aug 10, 2017Equipment. UAS, UCQ, UDQ, UJQ and UAQ Radio Enhancements Customers may experience one or more of the following:Radio freezes and resets after start-up. Vehicle Finder feature on Sirius® Guardian inoperable. Heated seats will not turn on from controls screen (Sales Code UAQ). Arabic translation issues (Sales Code UAQ). Radio resetting. Radio controls and or touchscreen freezing up or becomes inoperative.
• 10224732Aug 9, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera), Equipment. UAQ Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software. Customers may experience the following:Navigation will not load when selected on the radio screen.
• 10224731Aug 9, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera), Electrical system, Transmission and…. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. The following software enhancements are available:Reverse gear lock-out change from 16 kph (10 mph) to 4.8 kph (3 mph)(Sales Code DFC). PCM to allow transmission gear shifting in the limp-in mode rather than fixed gear(Sales Code DFE).
• 10224730Aug 9, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic and Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Customers may also experience the following:During an engine limp mode condition, the transmission remains in a fixed gear. The following software update is also included:Allow transmission gear shifting in the limp-in mode rather than fixed gear.
• 10220459Aug 9, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Powertrain diagnostic and system enhancement.
• 10191430Aug 9, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Powertrain diagnostic and system enhancement.
• 10224682Aug 2, 2017Brakes, Wheels, Engine cooling, Back-over prevention (rear camera). Rotor - Front 2 Piece For LA, LD SRT vehicles with the 2-piece Front Rotor (BR7 sales code), do NOT replace the rotor for a clicking noise occurring while turning at low parking lot speeds. Instead, remove front wheels and rotors and clean mating surfaces (wheel mounting face, rotor mounting faces (both sides), and hub mounting face) with a Scotch Brite Pad or equivalent, and reassemble. When installing wheel, MUST…
• 10138872Jun 28, 2017Equipment. RA2 Radio 5" Uconnect Before replacing this radio, make sure you can reproduce the customer issue. If the radio is locked up, has a blank screen, or no sound, please perform a vehicle battery reset. If radio functionality is resumed, return the vehicle to the customer. If there are any questions or concerns or the vehicle has been in for repair for the same radio concern more than once, please call Rick Gordon at…
• 10219911Jun 24, 2017Body and structure. Hood Seal Torn or Deformed This bulletin involves replacing the hood seals due to damage and/or being torn. The customer may experience the hood seal drooping due to cracks and tears on the hood seal.
• 10138933Jun 24, 2017Body and structure. Hood Seal Torn or Deformed This bulletin involves replacing the hood seals due to damage and/or being torn. The customer may experience the hood seal drooping due to cracks and tears on the hood seal.
• 10219838Jun 21, 2017Engine cooling. Pentastar Oil Filter Adapter All vehicles equipped with a 3.2L or 3.6L engine; If replacing the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA) due to a leak detected between OFA and block, an O-ring kit (68191356AA) is now available to repair OFA/Block Interface leaks. Using dye will assist in determining source of leak. Ensure OFA Cap Oring is seated in the proper groove in the cap and not damaged or cut. Engineering is seeking…
• 10138863Jun 21, 2017Engine cooling. Pentastar Oil Filter Adapter All vehicles equipped with a 3.2L or 3.6L engine; If replacing the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA) due to a leak detected between OFA and block, an O-ring kit (68191356AA) is now available to repair OFA/Block Interface leaks. Using dye will assist in determining source of leak. Ensure OFA Cap Oring is seated in the proper groove in the cap and not damaged or cut. Engineering is seeking…
• 10219831Jun 14, 2017Vehicle speed control. Accelerator Pedal Before replacing accelerator pedal, be sure to follow fault code diagnostic procedures in service manual. Make sure to check wiring and connectors. P2122 and P2127 will set if accelerator pedal connector is disconnected during diagnosis. Make sure codes are active before replacing pedal. DTC P2299 is usually caused by a two footed driver and accelerator pedal should not be replaced for this fault.
• 10138856Jun 14, 2017Vehicle speed control. Accelerator Pedal Before replacing accelerator pedal, be sure to follow fault code diagnostic procedures in service manual. Make sure to check wiring and connectors. P2122 and P2127 will set if accelerator pedal connector is disconnected during diagnosis. Make sure codes are active before replacing pedal. DTC P2299 is usually caused by a two footed driver and accelerator pedal should not be replaced for this fault.
• 10219879Jun 8, 2017Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic and Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience the following condition:During an engine limp mode condition, the transmission remains in a fixed gear. The following software update is included:Allow transmission gear shifting in the limp-in mode rather than fixed gear.
• 10219878Jun 8, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. The following software enhancements are available:Calibration update to allow the throttle body to be cycled while the engine is off, for diagnostic purposes. Reverse gear lock-out change from 16 kph (10 mph) to 4.8 kph (3 mph) (Sales Code DEC).
• 10138904Jun 8, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic and Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience the following condition:During an engine limp mode condition, the transmission remains in a fixed gear. The following software update is included:Allow transmission gear shifting in the limp-in mode rather than fixed gear.
• 10138903Jun 8, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. The following software enhancements are available:Calibration update to allow the throttle body to be cycled while the engine is off, for diagnostic purposes. Reverse gear lock-out change from 16 kph (10 mph) to 4.8 kph (3 mph) (Sales Code DEC).
• 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)…
• 10138855Jun 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)…
• 10217524Mar 29, 2017Body and structure. Door Hinge Assembly Side door hinge noisy. Only replace the door hinge with the integral check device. Do not replace the simple hinge if it is not damaged it is not the source of the noise. Replacing it unnecessary and is an over-repair.
• 10139992Mar 29, 2017Body and structure. Door Hinge Assembly Side door hinge noisy. Only replace the door hinge with the integral check device. Do not replace the simple hinge if it is not damaged it is not the source of the noise. Replacing it unnecessary and is an over-repair.
• 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.
• 10217554Mar 7, 2017Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic And Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the TCM memory: P1DB8-00 - Unintended Torque Applied…
• 10217553Mar 7, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera), Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: 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 a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination.
• 10140022Mar 7, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic And Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the TCM memory: P1DB8-00 - Unintended Torque Applied…
• 10140021Mar 7, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: 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 a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination.
• 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…
• 10217746Aug 17, 2016Equipment, Electrical system, Steering. Electric Power Steering Gear For LA, LD and LX Models ONLY; Before this part is replaced for: A) Electrical, Communication or DTC issue please contact: Terry Gavit @ cell (248) 882-6108 [email protected] Engineering is requesting a copy of VSR to be emailed to the above address. B) Noise or Mechanical issue please contact: Barbara Strace @ cell (586) 246-4211. If you do not receive a return call within 15…
• 10135122Aug 17, 2016Electrical system. Electric Power Steering Gear For LA, LD and LX Models ONLY; Before this part is replaced for: A) Electrical, Communication or DTC issue please contact: Terry Gavit @ cell (248) 882-6108 [email protected] Engineering is requesting a copy of VSR to be emailed to the above address. B) Noise or Mechanical issue please contact: Barbara Strace @ cell (586) 246-4211. If you do not receive a return call within 15…
• 10129037Aug 17, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Steering. Electric Power Steering Gear For LA, LD and LX Models ONLY; Before this part is replaced for: A) Electrical, Communication or DTC issue please contact: Terry Gavit @ cell (248) 882-6108 [email protected] Engineering is requesting a copy of VSR to be emailed to the above address. B) Noise or Mechanical issue please contact: Barbara Strace @ cell (586) 246-4211. If you do not receive a return call within 15…
• 10121657Jul 6, 2016Engine cooling. Intake Manifold Gasket Intake Manifold Gaskets on Pentastar Upgrade (Sales Code ERC/ERF) are reusable provided they are not cut, torn or melted. The gaskets are not required by warranty to be replaced like they are on Pentastar Classic (ERB/EHB). The new gaskets are not interchangeable with Pentastar Classic Intake Manifold Gaskets.
• 10218174Nov 11, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements.
• 10129008Mar 20, 2013Equipment. 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio).

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