2016 Dodge Charger Technical Service Bulletins

275 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Dodge Charger. 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.

• 10224756Aug 23, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera), Exterior lighting, Seat belts…. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following DTCs: P000B - Bank 1 Camshaft 2 Position Slow Response. P0016 - Crankshaft/Camshaft Timing Misalignment - Bank 1 Sensor…
• 10224750Aug 18, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with thelatest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following DiagnosticTrouble Codes (DTCs) have been set:P2066 - Fuel Level Sensor 2 Performance (Sales Codes ERB with AHB or AHV…
• 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…
• 10223635Jul 13, 2017Equipment. This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air update (FOTA) and provides a service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update.
• 10219913Jun 27, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set:U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received. P0122 - Throttle…
• 10138935Jun 27, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set:U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received. P0122 - Throttle…
• 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.
• 10219876Jun 8, 2017Equipment. RA3 and RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software. Customers may experience one or more of the following:?Navigation Failed? message is displayed. Navigation is inoperative or inaccurate. CD player will not play songs and/or locks up the radio. Clock will not automatically update to local time. Clock may be off by several hours. (RA3 Only). HVAC…
• 10138901Jun 8, 2017Equipment. RA3 and RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software. Customers may experience one or more of the following:?Navigation Failed? message is displayed. Navigation is inoperative or inaccurate. CD player will not play songs and/or locks up the radio. Clock will not automatically update to local time. Clock may be off by several hours. (RA3 Only). HVAC…
• 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)…
• 10217530Mar 29, 2017Wheels. Trans Pan or Gasket If your repair requires replacing one of the two part numbers for a leak, prior to the repair please call Enzo Piazza at cell (248) 467-9163. If you cannot reach Enzo within 15 minutes proceed with the repair. Enzo needs to know the location of the leak, if the bolts were torqued, if there is sealer skip, or anything that may be pertinent to the cause of the leak. Photos would be very helpful…
• 10217527Mar 29, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera), Steering, Transmission and drivetrain. Electric Power Steering Gear If any of the following DTCs exist, it is okay to replace the steering gear: C2217-00, C15C1-00 (EPS Mechanical Performance) or C15DB-00 (Latch Active) otherwise perform the following; 1) Electrical, Communication or DTC (other then above) issue please contact: Terry Gavit @ cell (248) 882-6108 [email protected] Engineering is requesting a copy of Vehicle Scan Report (VSR) to be…
• 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.
• 10139998Mar 29, 2017Engine cooling. Trans Pan or Gasket If your repair requires replacing one of the two part numbers for a leak, prior to the repair please call Enzo Piazza at cell (248) 467-9163. If you cannot reach Enzo within 15 minutes proceed with the repair. Enzo needs to know the location of the leak, if the bolts were torqued, if there is sealer skip, or anything that may be pertinent to the cause of the leak. Photos would be very helpful…
• 10139995Mar 29, 2017Steering. Electric Power Steering Gear If any of the following DTCs exist, it is okay to replace the steering gear: C2217-00, C15C1-00 (EPS Mechanical Performance) or C15DB-00 (Latch Active) otherwise perform the following; 1) Electrical, Communication or DTC (other then above) issue please contact: Terry Gavit @ cell (248) 882-6108 [email protected] Engineering is requesting a copy of Vehicle Scan Report (VSR) to be…
• 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.
• 10217566Mar 17, 2017Equipment. RA3 And RA4 Radio Over The Air Software Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air update (FOTA) and provides a service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update. The following improvements are included in this update: Adds Apple Siri® Eyes Free capability for iPhone® owners. Auto Play can now be configured. Adds do not disturb…
• 10140034Mar 17, 2017Equipment. RA3 And RA4 Radio Over The Air Software Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air update (FOTA) and provides a service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update. The following improvements are included in this update: Adds Apple Siri® Eyes Free capability for iPhone® owners. Auto Play can now be configured. Adds do not disturb…
• 10217522Mar 15, 2017Wheels, Transmission and drivetrain. Rear Axle Assembly If replacing Limited Spin Differential (LSD)/Anti-Spin Differential rear axles for any reason, the Mopar replacement axle will need the oil drained and re-filled with oil PN: 68083381AA (which contains updated friction modifier). This change was recently introduced in production to help address axle noise concerns being reported from the field while the vehicle is performing tight turning…
• 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…
• 10139990Mar 15, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Rear Axle Assembly If replacing Limited Spin Differential (LSD)/Anti-Spin Differential rear axles for any reason, the Mopar replacement axle will need the oil drained and re-filled with oil PN: 68083381AA (which contains updated friction modifier). This change was recently introduced in production to help address axle noise concerns being reported from the field while the vehicle is performing tight turning…
• 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…
• 10217564Mar 14, 2017Equipment, Wheels. Wheel Liner Push Pin Fastener Replacement This bulletin involves replacing both wheel liner push pin fasteners at the front fenders. The customer may describe a rattle from the left, right or both, front wheel openings while driving. This condition is caused from one or both plastic front wheel liner fasteners loosening from their locations.
• 10140032Mar 14, 2017Wheels. Wheel Liner Push Pin Fastener Replacement This bulletin involves replacing both wheel liner push pin fasteners at the front fenders. The customer may describe a rattle from the left, right or both, front wheel openings while driving. This condition is caused from one or both plastic front wheel liner fasteners loosening from their locations.
• 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.
• 10121835Nov 30, 2016Electrical system. Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid, Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Phaser For a 2016/2017 MY 6.4L SRT with less than 12,000 miles that have either a P0016 CRANKSHAFT/CAMSHAFT TIMING MISALIGNMENT - BANK 1 SENSOR 1 or P000B BANK 1 CAMSHAFT 2 POSITION SLOW RESPONSE fault codes active and fault code diagnostics lead to replacing a Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid and/or a Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Phaser, prior to…
• 10223849Sep 28, 2016Brakes. Vibration While Braking This bulletin involves resurfacing either front/rear or all rotors and if necessary, replacing either front/rear or all brake rotors due to inactivity on dealer lots. The customer may describe a shake and/or vibration in the steering wheel and/or the seat while the brakes are applied. This vibration may be caused by corrosion on the brake rotors.
• 10223843Sep 24, 2016Brakes. Vibration While Braking This bulletin involves resurfacing either front/rear or all rotors and if necessary, replacing either front/rear or all brake rotors due to inactivity on dealer lots. The customer may describe a shake and/or vibration in the steering wheel and/or the seat while the brakes are applied. This vibration may be caused by corrosion on the brake rotors.
• 10223831Sep 14, 2016Equipment. RA3 And RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software. Customers may experience one or more of the following: Satellite radio reception improvements. Navigation failed message is displayed. Clock not automatically updating to local time. Poor or no connection to cellular network. (U.S. Market Only) (KL vehicles). Display goes blank/black. Radio locks up. Some…
• 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…
• 10194276Aug 24, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. Powertrain diagnostic and system improvements.
• 10224865Aug 20, 2016Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a less than desirable down shift during one or more of the following: · 3-2 coast down shift. · 2-1 coast down shift. · 6-5 coast down shift.
• 10130078Aug 20, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Flash: Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a less than desirable down shift during one or more of the following: · 3-2 coast down shift. · 2-1 coast down shift. · 6-5 coast down shift.
• 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…
• 10217739Aug 16, 2016Engine cooling, Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: · **U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received. · P0122…
• 10135115Aug 16, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Electrical system. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: · **U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received. · P0122…
• 10129030Aug 16, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: · **U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received. · P0122…
• 10221553Jul 27, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Flash: HVAC System Enhancement This bulletin involves reprogramming the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) Module with new software. Customers may describe an unpleasant odor in the vehicle after driving from highway speed limits back down to city speed limits or they may also notice that the left temp door is inoperable. Updating the HVAC software will correct these conditions.
• 10136535Jul 27, 2016Equipment. Flash: HVAC System Enhancement This bulletin involves reprogramming the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) Module with new software. Customers may describe an unpleasant odor in the vehicle after driving from highway speed limits back down to city speed limits or they may also notice that the left temp door is inoperable. Updating the HVAC software will correct these conditions.
• 10121669Jul 13, 2016Equipment. MY16 RA3 & RA4 Replacement Radios All MY16 RA3 and RA4 replacement radios must be ordered through the exchange process at United Radio. DO NOT order a NEW radio from Mopar. Go back and order a "Z" level part number. (example: Z8249986A$) The MY16 replacement radios must be reconfigured by United Radio to the wireless network provider in order for Uconnect Apps to work properly.
• 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.
• 10218282Jun 24, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). Inspect And Replace Propeller Shaft This bulletin involves inspecting and replacing the propeller shaft due to a whining noise at high speeds. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer or technician may hear a whining noise coming from the rear axle area.
• 10140149Jun 24, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Inspect And Replace Propeller Shaft This bulletin involves inspecting and replacing the propeller shaft due to a whining noise at high speeds. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The customer or technician may hear a whining noise coming from the rear axle area.

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