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Service bulletins for the 2016 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.

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

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18-089-192019-12-16. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE. wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
D-19-252019-12-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. RRT 19-090 (Service Bulletin 08-111-19) 2013-2018 Multiple Vehicles RA3/RA4 Radio GPS Certification Error
VB3 REV12019-12-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Revised Customer Satisfaction Notification VB3 ? Navigation Flash
24-012-192019-12-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Flash: HVAC System Enhancement This bulletin involves reprogramming the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC)Module with new software. Customers may experience one of the following:Unpleasant odor in the vehicle after driving from highway speed limits back downto city speed limits. The left temperature door is inoperable(2014-2018 Vehicles Only). Updating the HVAC software will correct these conditions.
90041442019-12-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. RADIO, MULTI Media For RA3 and RA4 8.4? radio concern of reoccurring update request pop-up on each key cycle after a radio FOTA (Firmware Update Over the Air) has been completed, please DO NOT replace the radio. To recover the radio, 12v power needs to be disconnect from the radio to clear radio memory either by removal of the radio fuse or preforming a battery disconnect. Note: Fuse removal is the preferred method. The radio needs to be disconnected from power long enough to clear memory and discharge the Capacitance within the radio. Please refer to the latest in diagnostics for further information.
08-089-192019-10-28. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Flash Over The Air (FOTA) Software Update RA3 and RA4 Radio This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update.
90032202019-10-28. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". If either field shows "FFFF", please contact Mike Wielgat at 248-576-6696 or Rohan Negandhi at 248-421-9608 If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
90040362019-07-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; EQUIPMENT. ACTUATOR, A/C and Heater Before replacing HVAC actuator, please contact either Thomas Conway (248) 635-7090 or Paul Aquino (248) 854-4819. Engineering is looking to gather infomation on fail mode and customer concern. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
53034160A2019-05-20. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL. Part Description: Accelerator Pedal Issue Description: Vehicle has accelerator pedal fault code. Before replacing accelerator pedal, be sure to follow fault code diagnostic procedures in service manual. Make sure to check wiring and connectors. DTC P2299 is usually caused by a two footed driver and accelerator pedal should not be replaced for this fault.
05150872A2019-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Part Description: Powertrain Control Module Issue Description: Before replacing the Powertrain Control Module on 2015-2016 6.2L Supercharged Hellcat equipped Challengers/Chargers for a P2227 (Barometric Pressure Circuit Performance) fault, please call Nick Lynn on his cell (586) 295-0917. If no response is received within 15 minutes, please continue with repair
08-114-15 REV A2019-05-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. CAUTION: Confirm the correct radio flash file to the applicable model and family vehicle before flashing. A customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Radio display screen intermittently may go blank. ? Radio display screen may lock up. ? Back up display may not turn off. ? Loss of radio memory for skipped channels or incorrectly displaying skipped channels in the menu list. ? Charging schedule showing in the setting menu (FF BEV only). ? Korean language was not supported (APAC - Korea only). Enhancement: ? Removing the charging schedule from showing in the setting menu (FF BEV only). ? Adding Korean language support (APAC - Korea only).
08-115-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Hands Free Feature Inoperative This bulletin involves updating the Hands Free Module (HFM) software. The customer may notice that the hands free feature (Bluetooth) does not work. On further inspection Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), U0197 - Lost Communication With Hands Free Phone Module may be found.
08-114-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT. Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. CAUTION: Confirm the correct radio flash file to the applicable model and family vehicle before flashing. A customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Radio display screen intermittently may go blank. ? Radio display screen may lock up. ? Back up display may not turn off. ? Loss of radio memory for skipped channels or incorrectly displaying skipped channels in the menu list. ? Charging schedule showing in the setting menu (FF BEV only). ? Korean language was not supported (APAC - Korea only). Enhancement: ? Removing the charging schedule from showing in the setting menu (FF BEV only). ? Adding Korean language support (APAC - Korea only).
08-113-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER; STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Heated Steering Wheel Temperature Enhancement Depending on vehicle architecture: This bulletin involves updating the Comfort Seat and Wheel Module (CSWM) software for the KL/UF vehicles or the Heated Seat Module (HSM) software for the WK/WD/LD/LA & LX vehicles. A customer may describe that the heated steering wheel shuts off to soon, usually after 30 seconds and does not achieve satisfactory temperature. This is an intermittent condition and more noticeable at temps below 19.5°C (67.1°F).
21-062-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. 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 conditions: ? Hanging or delayed upshift when braking down hill or when braking after high vehicle acceleration rate. ? Releasing the accelerator pedal rapidly causes hanging or delayed upshift.
21-063-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience any of the following symptoms: ? Hanging or delayed upshift when braking downhill or when braking after high vehicle acceleration rate. ? Releasing the accelerator pedal rapidly causes hanging or delayed upshift. Updating the TCM software will correct the conditions listed above.
68186570A2019-05-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Part Description: Central Body Controller (CBC) Issue Description: Prior to replacing the Central Body Controller (CBC) on a 2015 or 2016 Challenger, please contact Greg Meade on (cell) 248-770-5989.~ If no response is received within 15 minutes, then proceed with necessary repair
23-036-152018-12-17. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Door Panel Armrest Pull Cup Loose And/Or Audio Induced Buzz/Rattle This bulletin involves inspecting/replacing the armrest door pull cup fastener. The customer may describe an audio induced buzz/rattle from the door panel or a loose door armrest pull cup. This condition may be caused by the door panel armrest pull cup attachment screw not tightened securely.
05036750A2018-12-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Part Description: Powertrain Control Module Issue Description: Before replacing the Powertrain Control Module on 2015-2016 6.2L Supercharged Hellcat equipped Challengers/Chargers for a P2227 (Barometric Pressure Circuit Performance) fault, please call Nick Lynn on his cell (586) 295-0917. If no response is received within 15 minutes, please continue with repair.
18-020-162018-06-18. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: 6.4L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may experience one or more of the following symptoms and/or a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): · P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. · P2299 - Brake Pedal Position/Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. Customers may also notice the following condition(s): · Brief engine idle fluctuation while in hot ambient temperatures. · A slight hesitation during light pedal application after engine cold start. · Driveline noises. · Engine stumble/hesitation on a very hard pedal acceleration from a dead stop. · Transmission enhancements during low speed braking turning maneuvers. · False detonation (spark knock) detected during a wide open throttle (LA) Challenger (Sales Codes ESH with DEC only). In addition, the following software enhancement is available: · Calibration Improvements for non-adaptive cruise control equipped vehicles.
08-016-16 REV A2018-06-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STEERING. Flash: Heated Steering Wheel Temperature Enhancement Depending on vehicle architecture: This bulletin involves updating the Comfort Seat and Wheel Module (CSWM) software for the KL/UF vehicles or the Heated Seat Module (HSM) software for the W3/WK/WD/LD/LA & LX vehicles. A customer may describe that the heated steering wheel shuts off to soon, usually after 30 seconds and does not achieve satisfactory temperature. This is an intermittent condition and more noticeable at temps below 19.5°C (67.1°F).
21-020-162018-06-18. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION. Manual Transmission Shifter Noise This bulletin involves greasing or replacing the manual transmission rear shifter bushing. Customers may experience a clunk, squeak, or similar noise heard from center console area while shifting.
68260253A$2018-06-18. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Transmission If the customer concern is grinding or difficulties getting the transmission into 5th gear and you are working on any 15 MY Challenger, or 16 MY Challenger built before 4/25/2016 an engineering change has been made to the synchronizer material to provide better wear characteristics. Service parts are in stock and available for repairs, part number 68028593A$.
5LE49LV5A$2018-06-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Floor Center Console Panel & Lid This TechTip applies to 2016MY Challenger Scat Pack (LADX22) ONLY. Silver color stitching on floor center console panel and lid is no longer available for replacement. Replacement parts will have color stitching that matches vehicle's interior trim stitching, ex. seats (Sepia, Red, or Tungsten). If a repair requires the panel or lid to be replaced, then the floor console panel and lid are to be replaced together for color conformity.
08-057-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and, if required, updating the radio software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: · Navigation failed message is displayed. · Clock not automatically updating to local time. · Poor or no connection to cellular network. · HVAC temperature out of sync with radio display (KL vehicles). · Display goes blank/black. · Radio locks up. · Some Uconnect App remote commands do not execute with the vehicle.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.