# Service bulletin 21\-009\-15

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10144892
- Published by NHTSA: 2018\-09\-24
- Manufacturer's number: 21\-009\-15
- Manufacturer's date: 2015\-02\-20
- NHTSA component: ENGINE; POWER TRAIN

## NHTSA's summary

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 one or more of the following concerns. These concerns are broken up per engine and transmission combination. 6.2L engine \(sales code ESD\) equipped with an 8HP90 transmission \(sales code DFE\) ? Transmission will not upshift during Wide Open Throttle \(WOT\) acceleration. ? Harsh or inconsistent coasting downshifts. ? Transmission will not shift into 7th gear during high speed driving. ? Inconsistent or busy shifts during stop and go traffic. ? Inconsistent gear shift patterns when driving on grades. ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp \(MIL\) Illumination during ABS activated stops with Diagnostic Trouble Code \(DTC\) P1DCD TCM Monitoring Processor Performance, Multiple Clutches Locked Up. 6.4L engine \(sales code ESG\) and equipped with an 8HP70 transmission \(sales code DFK\) ? Harsh or inconsistent 1\-2 upshift. ? Harsh of inconsistent coasting 4\-3 downshift. ? Harsh or inconsistent gear engagement when shifting to drive or reverse. ? Instrument Panel Cluster \(IPC\) shows the incorrect gear when in manual mode. ? Harsh of inconsistent shifts during tip\-in acceleration from closed throttle. ? Inconsistent gear shift patterns when driving on grades. ? Inconsistent release of Hill Start Assist during tip\-in acceleration. ? Transmission upshifts on sweeping curves under track driving conditions.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2015/MC-10144892-9999.pdf)
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## Components

Engine, Transmission and driveline

## Trouble codes named

P1DCD

## Vehicles listed

- 2015 DODGE CHALLENGER

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [2018269](/recalls/tc/2018269.md), 2018-05-17: Engine
- [15V114000](/recalls/nhtsa/15V114000.md), 2015-02-27: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [S2621000003 REV.A](/bulletins/11030138.md), 2026-03-18, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845RE, 8HP45, 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75\-PHEV, 8HP75\-LCV, 8HP90, 8HP95. Transmissions may exhibit the following diagnostic codes: P07E4, P1DB2, P0716, P1B14, P0733, P1D90, P1DB7, P1B13.
- [9003357A](/bulletins/10247906.md), 2024-01-02, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter \(Pentastar V6\) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter \(OFA\). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online S1809000007 available on Dealer Connect. Also, consider the following: 1\) Remove OFA 2\) Replace only the oil inlet O\-ring and gaskets \(seals kit in SOL above\). 3\) Re\-install the OFA. For 2023MY and beyond use black O\-ring. For 2022MY and prior use red O\-ring. Note: When replacing OFA, it may be necessary to transfer the Oil Temp/Pressure Sensor from the old OFA to the new OFA.
- [0700723](/bulletins/10239957.md), 2023-07-31, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant
- [1804823](/bulletins/10236933.md), 2023-05-30, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test \(SLVT\) \- P0456\-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
- [9003357a](/bulletins/10234379.md), 2023-04-17, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter \(Pentastar V6\) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter \(OFA\). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online S1809000007 available on Dealer Connect. Also, consider the following: 1\) Remove OFA 2\) Replace only the oil inlet O\-ring and gaskets \(seals kit in SOL above\). 3\) Re\-install the OFA. For 2023MY and beyond use black O\-ring. For 2022MY and prior use red O\-ring. Note: When replacing OFA, it may be necessary to transfer the Oil Temp/Pressure Sensor from the old OFA to the new OFA.
- [9003357](/bulletins/10234378.md), 2023-04-17, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter \(Pentastar V6\) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter \(OFA\). For any other MY \(with mileage above 30,000\) review and follow instructions from STAR Online S1809000007 REV. C available on Dealer Connect. Also, consider the following: 1\) Remove OFA 2\) Replace only the oil inlet O\-ring and gaskets \(seals kit in SOL above\). 3\) Re\-install the OFA. For 2023MY and beyond use black O\-ring. For 2022MY and prior use red O\-ring. Note: When replacing OFA, it may be necessary to transfer the Oil Temp/Pressure Sensor from the old OFA to the new OFA.
- [S2109000004](/bulletins/10230180.md), 2023-01-17, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
- [S1809000007](/bulletins/10230029.md), 2023-01-17, Service bulletin: ENGINE. Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption
- [2103014](/bulletins/10229964.md), 2023-01-17, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. Transmission Quick Learn Procedure
- [W56](/bulletins/10229316.md), 2023-01-09, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. Customer Satisfaction Notification W56 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module

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