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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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21028162022-10-31. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; 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.
21039172022-10-24. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN; AIR BAGS. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic and Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. 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. The following software enhancement is available for(6.4L Only):Reduce bumps felt on light to medium decel braking while coming to a stop. Bump could be described as a push, driveline clunk, or engine flare noise right after the 5-4 downshift. The vehicle speed may vary based on the rate of deceleration.
18075172022-10-24. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; SEAT BELTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN; AIR BAGS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. 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 1. P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. P0339 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Intermittent. P0441 - EVAP Purge System Performance. P0455 - EVAP System Large Leak. P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. 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 enhancements are available: Reduce bumps felt on light to medium decal braking and coming to a stop. Launch spark improvement change from 35 MPH to 10 MPH. Reverse lock out speed change from 10 MPH to 3 MPH (Sales Code DEC only). Torque security calibration changes to desensitize brake throttle override entry conditions. Calibration changes to address engine speed undershoot/overshoot during clutch disengagement when coming to a stop (Sales Code DEC only). Start fuel and transient fuel calibration change for improved drivability robustness. Purge calibration changes for a more robust purge volume result at altitude. Individual Cylinder Fuel Control (ICFC) calibration changes for improved fueling offset accuracy.
18076172022-10-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. 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 only). P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. In addition to the above DTCs, this software release also includes:Enhancements to the disable misfire monitor when P0335 is present. Add a global disable to small leak monitor when the fuel level is above88%. Update small leak diagnostic to require five minutes of engine run-time and120 minutes of engine off-time. Updates to prevent false failure due to wrong ambient temperature reading.
90034182022-10-24. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; BACK OVER PREVENTION; SERVICE BRAKES; WHEELS. 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 use clicker/torque wrench, set to 110 ft-lb (150 Nm).
18-032-162022-10-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). 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: · P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. · P0339 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Intermittent. · P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak.
31002202022-10-17. 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.
08092202022-10-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; STEERING. Improper Up Shift With Paddle Shift This bulletin involves replacing both steering wheel paddle shifter. Customers may experience the following:When trying to upshift using the paddle shifter on the steering, the transmission will downshift instead.
V862022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR. Emissions Recall V86 Catalytic Converter Efficiency
051520292022-10-17. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY/WIPER. 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 been resolved. Continue with repair if necessary. Also, please inform the customer not to use Rain-X in the system to avoid this issue. Please contact Chuck Hood at cell (248) 613-7591 if you have questions or need additional information. Thank you.
0500416REVA2022-10-17. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. 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.
05004162022-10-17. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. 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.
08057162022-10-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. 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 Uconnect App remote commands do not execute with the vehicle. (U.S. Market Only)
S22080001382022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Decreased Remote Start And RKE Range. Tire Pressure Sensors Values Are Not Displayed
08028172022-10-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. 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.
V862022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR. Emissions Recall V86 Catalytic Converter Efficiency
S20080000932022-10-17. Service bulletin. LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION. Blind Spot Or Park Assist Warnings, False Activation
S18090000072022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption
S18090000072022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption
18070202022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with updated software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in memory:P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. In addition, customers with an (LD) pursuit vehicle may experience the following condition:An unpleasant odor in the vehicle under certain extreme ambient conditions(Sales Codes EZH with AHB or AHV only).
S20080001132022-09-26. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
W562022-09-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Customer Satisfaction Notification W56 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module
V862022-09-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL. Emissions Recall V86 Catalytic Converter Efficiency
Recall2022-09-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL. Emissions Recall V86 Catalytic Converter Efficiency
S20080000982022-09-26. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS. Driver Window Short Drop Feature Does Not Drop The Window When The Door Is Open, Window Short Up Feature Does Raise The Window When The Door Is Closed

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