Service bulletins for the 2012 Dodge Challenger
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.
166 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 9003694 | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. 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 bob.jackson@fcagroup.com, or Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 joe.lovell@fcagroup.com before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump replacement and hold part for return to FCA via Fastrack system |
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| 02-008-17 | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM; SUSPENSION. Servicing Lower Control Arm Inner Pivot Bushings This bulletin discusses replacement of the lower control arm inner pivot bushings. |
| 08-021-13 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; PARKING BRAKE. Flash: Hands Free Module Customer Satisfaction Enhancements This Bulletin involves performing a USB service flash of the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer satisfaction enhancements are included with this software release:After the HFM has been updated it will receive these enhancements. Reduced ?Device Reading? wait time after connecting a device to the remote USB port. Call / Dial separation improves upon names being recognized as phone numbers. Improved sound quality during Bluetooth streaming. Increased iPod and iPhone compatibility. SMS messaging support via MAP protocol (not all phones support the MAP protocol). Added ?None of These? and ?Correction? to the phone book prompt menu for better handling of similar names. Previous button will return the song currently being played to the beginning of the track. AirPlay feature ?Dock Connector? no longer needs to be manually selected on Apple devices. This will resolve the ?No Audio? condition when the device is connected to the remote USB port and dock connector is not selected.USB mode resume will no longer 'resume' after ignition OFF |
| 09-001-13 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. SEATS. Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs or removal of engine components. |
| 08-065-12 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). RHR Navigation Map Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the RHR radios navigation map database software. Customers may experience a condition were new roads and new point of interests are not accurately shown on their navigation system.Updating the navigation software will help address most of the map inaccurate results. |
| 18-031-12 REV. A | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Flash: MIL Illumination P0108 - Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Circuit High This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. The customer may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that P0108 - Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Circuit High has been set active or stored.Updating the software will correct the condition listed above. |
| 08-057-12 REV. A | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). 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 conditions. Digital photos loaded onto the hard drive intermittently get lost (RBZ & RHB). CD/DVD will not play (RHB only). Navigation accept screen will not clear (RHB only). Navigation shows ?acquiring signal? for an extended period of time (RHB only). New navigation graphics (RHB only). |
| 08-053-12 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; PARKING BRAKE; SUSPENSION. Flash: RHR, RHW Or RHP Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves upgrading the software on the RHR, RHW or RHP Radio. The customer may experience one or more of the following conditions. Erratic alternate frequency switching (International only). Bluetooth phone muting during European traffic announcement (International only). Lost channel presets, home addresses, address book entries & Travel Link favorites. Not able to change default country and state then route. Unable to load .jpeg files onto hard drive to display on touch screen. Vehicle with Start/Stop feature, the screen will go black when the engine turns off at a stop. (International only). Incomplete Travel Link temperature displayed when the temperature is over 100F. Example, if the temperature is 107F the screen will display 07. (Domestic U.S. only). Cancel key inoperative after pressing the international button. iPhone4 dial not possible after second call. Missing Travel Link buttons from SAT menu (Domestic U.S. only). Devices button disabled in VES menu. Unable to route to a recent route after a map update. Remove Travel Link disclaimer popup (Domestic U.S. only). Duplicate phone numbers in popup after pressing the international button. During active call and on hold, DIAL button should be displayed (not ?TONE? button). International button not visible. Point of interest (POI) Search enhancements. When video in remote DVD player is stopped devices button wrongly labeled as DVD. Access Travel Link immediately after radio no update when staying on TL screen. iPod, track selection enhancements. |
| 02-008-17 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Servicing Lower Control Arm Inner Pivot Bushings This bulletin discusses replacement of the lower control arm inner pivot bushings. |
| 18-010-13 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. ENGINE; INTERIOR LIGHTING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: MIL Illumination P0340- Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 1 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 that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: P0340 - Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 1 |
| 9002900 | 2022-07-18. Service bulletin. STEERING. Part Description: Switch-Padedle Down Audio LT. Switch-Paddle Up Audio RT. Issue Description: When traveling over bumpy roads, a high pitched ringing/bell sound may come from the left or right paddle switch's in the steering wheel. If this noise is heard, replace both Left and Right Paddle switch. |
| 21-005-13 | 2022-07-18. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. FLASH: MIL Illumination For P0730 - Incorrect Gear Ratio This bulletin involves updating the Transmission Control Module (TCM) software. Customers may indicate that the MIL is illuminated and/or the transmission went into limp-in. Upon further investigation, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0730 - Incorrect Gear Ratio is either active or stored in the PCM?s memory. |
| 08-033-13 | 2022-07-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Two Or More Speakers Will Mute When Playing Certain Media Sources This bulletin involves reprogramming the Amplifier with updated software. The customer may experience two or more speakers muting when playing certain media sources, which have frequencies of less then 20 Hz. The speakers will stay muted until the ignition key is cycled. On further inspection the technician will find speaker performance DTC's. B1460-92Channel 1 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B1465-92Channel 2 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B146A-92Channel 3 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B146F-92Channel 4 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B1474-92Channel 5 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B1479-92Channel 6 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B147E-92Channel 7 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B1483-92Channel 8 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B14B9-92Channel 9 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B14BE-92Channel 10 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B14C3-92Channel 11 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B14C8-92Channel 12 Audio Speaker Output-Performance or Incorrect Operation. B221F-00Amplifier Internal. |
| S1709000010 Rev. | 2022-07-18. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter wear (roller failure) on one or more cam lobes and that camshaft/lifter replacement is necessary. |
| N07040413 | 2022-07-18. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; SEATS; EQUIPMENT. The above vehicles may have been built with front seat airbag wire harnesses with improper sized terminal crimp(s) that may cause an intermittent airbag warning light. |
| 23-016-13 | 2022-07-18. Service bulletin. SEATS; EQUIPMENT. This bulletin involves replacing the power seat track drive block bolts on front driver and/or passenger seat. The customer may experience up to 1mm(1/32?) fore/aft movement of the driver and/or passenger seat during acceleration and/or braking. |
| 18-019-13 | 2022-07-18. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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. |
| 1808515 | 2022-07-05. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control |
| 0803116 | 2022-07-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Hands Free Module Prompts Begin Erroneously. |
| S1709000010 RevB | 2022-05-31. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ENGINE. Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter wear (roller failure) on one or more cam lobes and that camshaft/lifter replacement is necessary. |
| 9004509 | 2022-05-31. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:FILTER/SCREEN. Oil Filter If a Mopar Oil Filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils. Recommended Brands: Wix, Purolator, and NapaGold |
| S2008000113 Rev. | 2021-05-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message |
| 9004361 | 2021-04-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. NAG1 Transmission Before installing the transmission with the engine, check for dowel pins (2) for alignment. If the pins are missing request to add the dowel pin first and then install the transmission |
| 9003357 | 2021-04-26. 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$, it may be necessary to transfer the Oil Temp/Pressure Sensor from the old OFA to the new OFA. |
| 9002743 | 2021-03-29. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. 05028799A$, 05028798A$ - Sill Cladding If a sill cladding is being replaced, please ensure the foam is cleaned out of all clip slots in the body side and fender to ensure proper retention of the replacement part can be achieved. |
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