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Service bulletins for the 2013 Dodge Avenger

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.

139 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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S21210000052021-05-24. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; POWER TRAIN. 62TE 6-Speed Transmission Cracked Torque Converter (TC) Piston Repair Index, To Aid In Diagnosis And Repair
90042062021-05-24. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; PARKING BRAKE; POWER TRAIN. Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) must be replaced as they are one-time usage. b) Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires Service Kit PN 68461214AA; includes Transmission Isolator PN 68264483AA, and Adaptation Bracket 68264479AA and Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA. c) Vehicles built on or after 10/23/2015 will require only the Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA. 2. The engine to transmission dowel pins are critical to the longevity of several components. Verify the dowel pins are in the rear face of engine block before installing a replacement transmission. Mopar will add loose dowel pins with remanufactured 62TE. 3. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If vehicle is jerking/slipping with MIL code(s) P0740 or P2764, check TCC Solenoid operation. If TCC Solenoid is ok, the codes are indicative of a torque converter failure. Replace the torque converter. 4. There may be incorrect fluid measurement on the dipstick tool when checking 62TE fluid level after filling the ATF as per service library specification. Please change with new valve body pan P/N:68145886A$ as there may be incorrect valve body pan is used in Transmission.
90033572021-04-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) All vehicles equipped with a 3.2L or 3.6L except for model year 2014 vehicles with leak concern: 1) Ensure the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA) Cap O-ring is seated in the proper groove in the cap and not damaged or cut. 2) If replacing the (OFA) due to a leak detected between (OFA) and block. Ensure the torque on the 5 bolts are torqued to 12nm. If not record the actual values, torque to 12nm and contact the FCA employees listed below. 3) Remove the (OFA) and replace the O-ring and gaskets only (Kit #68191356A$), NOT THE OFA. 4) If oil was drained, add oil dye to ensure the leak is repaired. For model year 2014 vehicles replace the Oil Filter Adaptor. 5) When replacing PN's 68310865A$ & 68308741A$, it may be necessary to transfer the Oil Temp/Pressure Sensor from the old OFA to the new OFA.
782021-03-22. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS. STAR Center News No. 78 - Jan/Feb 2013: Instead of limiting the use of the tether anchor to 48 pounds (child weight) the new guideline states that the tether anchor can be used with a seatbelt to install a child restraint up to the recommended weight limit of the child restraint.
710552021-03-01. Service bulletin. SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT. Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2012-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS) (Rev. B)
703162020-12-28. Service bulletin. SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT. Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2012-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS) (Rev. A)
699122020-12-28. Service bulletin. SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT. Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS)
703162020-12-21. Service bulletin. SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT; SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT. Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2012-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS) (Rev. A)
699122020-12-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT; SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT. Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS)
31-002-202020-11-30. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishingthe suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door, fenders, hinges, swing gates or liftgate panels.
S1121000006 Rev.2020-09-28. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. (Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns
90042682020-07-27. Service bulletin. ENGINE. THROTTLE BODY For clarification, only use 68414676A$ on 2010 & earlier vehicles as supply is limited.
90042062020-06-22. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ENGINE. Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) must be replaced as they are one-time usage. b) Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires Service Kit PN 68461214AA; includes Transmission Isolator PN 68264483AA, and Adaptation Bracket 68264479AA and Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA. c) Vehicles built on or after 10/23/2015 will require only the Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA. 2. The engine to transmission dowel pins are critical to the longevity of several components. Verify the dowel pins are in the rear face of engine block before installing a replacement transmission. Mopar will add loose dowel pins with remanufactured 62TE. 3. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If vehicle is jerking/slipping with MIL code(s) P0740 or P2764, check TCC Solenoid operation. If TCC Solenoid is ok, the codes are indicative of a torque converter failure. Replace the torque converter. 4. There may be incorrect fluid measurement on the dipstick tool when checking 62TE fluid level after filling the ATF as per service library specification. Please change with new valve body pan P/N:68145886A$ as there may be incorrect valve body pan is used in Transmission.
23-015-202020-05-26. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT. Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
08-049-202020-05-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
18-039-202020-05-26. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. Possible Driveability Issues due to the Winter-Blend Fuel into the Warmer Season
S15080004802020-05-26. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. Speed Control Operates Intermittently
S15080004802020-05-18. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. Speed Control Operates Intermittently
S15080004802020-04-27. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Speed Control Operates Intermittently
18-058-19 REV. B2020-01-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. No Start After Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement and/or Reprogramming
90040222020-01-21. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. Air Suspension Components Star Parts Catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root cause without over repairing the system. Replace only the part deemed failed by the diagnostics performed. Individual parts include: - Compressor - Valve block - Individual hoses - Temp sensor - Shield - Air line clips NOTE: in most situations when a new compressor is needed, the compressor as a separate part is the correct repair, and the assembly would not be required.
18-058-19 REV. A2019-12-16. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. No Start After Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement and/or Reprogramming
31-005-192019-12-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-003-192019-12-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-004-192019-12-16. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY. Authentic Mopar® Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar® Glass.

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