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Service bulletins for the 2015 Dodge Charger

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.

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

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21-019-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience an erroneous Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) stored in the TCM memory. 3.6L Engine (Sales Code ERB) with 845RE Transmission (Sales Code DFL): · **Improved shift quality.** · P1DCD - TCM monitoring processor performance multiple clutches locked up. · P1B13 - Park-By-Wire unintended out of park position. · P0734 - Gear 4 Shift Incorrect Ratio. 3.6L Engine (Sales Code ERB) with 8HP45 Transmission (Sales Code DFG): · **Improved shift quality.** · Harsh 2-1 downshift or bump at low speeds. · P0734 - Gear 4 Shift Incorrect Ratio. 3.0L Engine (Sales Code EHD) with 845RE Transmission (Sales Code DFL): · **Improved shift quality.** · P1DCD - TCM monitoring processor performance multiple clutches locked up. · P1B13 - Park-By-Wire unintended out of park position.
18-070-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with updated software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following (DTCs) set in the PCM memory: · **P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. · P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. · P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance.** · U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. Attempting to clear the DTC will be unsuccessful. · P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. · P0573 - Brake Switch 1 Stuck Off.
90036552018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY. Rear Axle Assembly If replacing Limited Spin Differential (LSD)/Anti-Spin Differential rear axles for any reason, the Mopar replacement axle will need the oil drained and re-filled with oil PN: 68083381AA (which contains updated friction modifier). This change was recently introduced in production to help address axle noise concerns being reported from the field while the vehicle is performing tight turning maneuvers. Failure to do so may result in a customer returning with noise complaints. NOTE: If the Mopar replacement axle serial number is past the following dates below for the corresponding axle part numbers, DO NOT DRAIN AND REFILL. The replacement axle will already have new fluid: Axle Part#: 53010668XX ? Serial # T03UG0047EXXXX Axle Part#: 53010669XX ? Serial # T03UG0047GXXXX Axle Part#: 68269917XX ? Serial # T03UG0037JXXXX Axle Part#: 05038703XX ? Serial # T03UG0047HXXXX Otherwise, perform the following repair procedure in the order given: 1. Follow standard rear axle installation procedure. Refer to the detailed service procedures available in DealerCONNECT> TechCONNECT under: Service Info> 03 - Differential and Driveline> Rear Axle> Installation>Standard Procedure>Rear Axle 2. Follow standard axle fluid drain/re-fill service procedure in TECHCONNECT. Refer to the detailed service procedures available in DealerCONNECT> TechCONNECT under: Service Info> 03 - Differential and Driveline> Rear Axle> Standard Procedure>Standard Procedure - Fluid Drain and Fill
18-047-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: 6.2L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. A small number of 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) stored in the PCM memory: **P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. P1611 - Supercharger Bypass Valve Position Sensor 1 Circuit High. P0513 - Invalid Skim Key.** P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire (manual transmission applications only). P1613 - Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Pressure Sensor/Mass Air Flow Sensor Correlation. P2227 - Barometric Pressure Circuit Performance. P1217 - Active Exhaust Valve 1 Performance. P121B - Active Exhaust Valve 2 Performance. **The P0513 code is set during remote starting the vehicle and nearly simultaneously pressing the Key Fob button against the Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) causing an engine stall.** **In addition the PCM software also enables freeze frame/failure records to be stored for the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes: P0102 - MAF sensor circuit shorted to ground. P0103 - MAF Sensor Circuit shorted High. P0607 - ECU Internal Performance. P060E - Level 2 TPS sensor coherency check has failed. P1610 - Supercharger Bypass Valve Position Sensor 1 Circuit Low. P1611 - Supercharger Bypass Valve Position Sensor 1 Circuit High. P1616 - Supercharger Bypass Valve Position Sensor 2 Circuit Low. P1617 - Supercharger Bypass Valve Position Sensor 2 Circuit High. P1620 - Supercharger Bypass Valve Control Open Circuit. P1627 - Supercharger Bypass Valve Position Sensor 1/2 Correlation. P162A - Supercharger Bypass Valve Actuator Control System - Max PWM Exceeded. P162C - Supercharger Bypass Valve Control Circuit.** In addition, customers may also comment on the following:
18-045-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: 6.4L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of 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): · P1217 - Active Exhaust Valve 1 Performance. · P121B - Active Exhaust Valve 2 Performance. In addition, customers may also comment on the following: · Unable to accurately increase or decrease the cruise control set speed using the resume or set buttons while the instrument cluster is set on metric units. Instead of changing vehicle speed by 1 KPH when pressing the buttons, the vehicle speed will increase approximately 1.6 KPH. · Slight spark knock condition during aggressive high speed driving which may prevent the vehicle from achieving maximum top speed.
RL305553A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. 9-spd Transmission: FOR NAFTA Market Only: If you are ordering this transmission please follow all wiTECH pop ups and Warranty Payment Guidelines. If this vehicle contains 1 of the 30 Diagnostic Codes in the 9 Speed Tutorial located on the Service Home Page then please follow the repair steps and submit a Topology report as well as a Vehicle Scan Report with the Warranty Claim.~
21-030-14 REV. A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. 845RE Transmission Quick Learn Procedure This bulletin provides information on how to perform the new scan tool based transmission Quick Learn procedure. This procedure is required after certain transmission repairs or to improve a customer's concern of poor shift quality. Customers may indicate that their transmission shift quality does not meet their expectations.
21-030-142018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. 845RE Transmission Quick Learn Procedure This bulletin provides information on how to perform the new scan tool based transmission Quick Learn procedure. This procedure is required after certain transmission repairs or to remedy a customer?s concern of poor shift quality. Customers may indicate that their transmission shift quality does not meet their expectations.
21-012-14 REV. B2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. 8 Speed Transmission Shift Adaptation, Drive Learn Procedure This bulletin involves performing a Transmission Adaptation Learn procedure based on a subjective shift quality rating evaluation.The adaptation drive learn procedure must be performed on all 8-speed transmissions when the transmission is repaired/replaced and/or the Valve Body/TCU assembly (mechatronic) is replaced, or when the adaptation memory cells are cleared with the wiTECH diagnostic scan tool. Customers may indicate that their transmission shift quality does not meet their expectations.
05154726A$2018-02-21. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; STEERING. Electric Power Steering Gear For LA, LD and LX Models ONLY; Before this part is replaced for: A) Electrical, Communication or DTC issue please contact: Terry Gavit @ cell (248) 882-6108 terry.gavit@fcagroup.com Engineering is requesting a copy of VSR to be emailed to the above address. B) Noise or Mechanical issue please contact: Barbara Strace @ cell (586) 246-4211. If you do not receive a return call within 15 minutes, proceed with the repair. Please be sure to attach a copy of the Vehicle Scan Report on the repair order.
21-041-172017-11-03. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Transmission Diagnostic and Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, a technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set. This software update will also address some symptom/conditions listed below:3.6L Engine (Sales Code ERB) with 845RE Transmission (Sales Code DFL):During a Flash Over The Air (FOTA) radio update, the transmission shift points will default to higher shift points. The transmission will shift at high engine Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) and 7th and 8th gears may be blocked (LA and LD). Improved shift quality. P1DCD - TCM Monitoring Processor Performance Multiple Clutches Locked Up. P1B13 - Park-By-Wire Unintended Out Of Park Position. P0734 - Gear 4 Shift Incorrect Ratio. 3.6L Engine (Sales Code ERB) with 8HP45 Transmission (Sales Code DFG):During a FOTA radio update, the transmission shift points will default to higher shift points. The transmission will shift at high engine RPM and 7th and 8th gears may be blocked (LA and LD). Improved shift quality. Harsh 2-1 Downshift Or Bump At Low Speeds. P0734 - Gear 4 Shift Incorrect Ratio. 3.0L Engine (Sales Code EHD) with 845RE Transmission (Sales Code DFL):Improved shift quality. P1DCD - TCM Monitoring Processor Performance Multiple Clutches Locked Up. P1B13 - Park-By-Wire Unintended Out Of Park Position.
18-084-162017-11-03. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; STRUCTURE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: 5.7L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. A small number of 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): · **P0456 - Evap System Small Leak. · P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. · P2299 - Brake Pedal Position / Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. · P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. (2014-2015 MY).** · U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. (LC, LD and LX). · P1621 - O2 Sensor Reference Voltage Circuit Low. · P1622 - O2 Sensor Reference Voltage Circuit High. · P0606 - Internal Control Processor. · P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. · P219A - Bank 1 Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance. · P219B - Bank 2 Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance. · P0307 - Cylinder 7 Misfire. · P2096 - Downstream Fuel Trim System 1 Lean. · P2097 - Downstream Fuel Trim System 1 Rich.
18-047-16 REV. A2016-11-07. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. "FLASH: POWERTRAIN DIAGNOSTIC AND SYSTEM ENHANCEMENTS. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPROGRAMMING THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) AND TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) THE LATEST AVAILABLE 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) STORED IN THE PCM MEMORY:
18-045-16 REV. A2016-11-07. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. "FLASH: DIAGNOSTIC AND SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPROGRAMMING OF THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH THE LATEST AVAILABLE 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 DTCS: · **P2299 - BRAKE PEDAL POSITION/ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION INCOMPATIBLE. · P0456 - EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK. · P2610 - PCM INTERNAL ENGINE OFF TIMER PERFORMANCE. · P2172 - HIGH AIRFLOW/VACUUM LEAK DETECTED (INSTANTANEOUS ACCUMULATION). · P0123 - THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR 1 CIRCUIT HIGH. · P0223 - THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR 2 CIRCUIT HIGH. · P0122 - THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR 1 CIRCUIT LOW. · P0222 - THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR 2 CIRCUIT LOW. · P0335 - CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT. · P0339 - CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR INTERMITTENT.** · P1217 - ACTIVE EXHAUST VALVE 1 PERFORMANCE. · P121B - ACTIVE EXHAUST VALVE 2 PERFORMANCE. **THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE ENHANCEMENT IS ALSO AVAILABLE: · CHANGE TO PURGE VAPOR CONTROL CALIBRATION.** IN ADDITION, CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO COMMENT ON THE FOLLOWING: · UNABLE TO ACCURATELY INCREASE OR DECREASE THE CRUISE CONTROL SET SPEED USING THE RESUME OR SET BUTTONS WHILE THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IS SET ON METRIC UNITS. INSTEAD OF CHANGING VEHICLE SPEED BY 1 KPH WHEN PRESSING THE BUTTONS, THE VEHICLE SPEED WILL INCREASE APPROXIMATELY 1.6 KPH. · SLIGHT SPARK KNOCK CONDITION DURING AGGRESSIVE HIGH SPEED DRIVING WHICH MAY PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM ACHIEVING MAXIMUM TOP SPEED."
03-004-162016-10-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT. "INSPECT AND REPLACE PROPELLER SHAFT THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES INSPECTING AND REPLACING THE PROPELLER SHAFT DUE TO A WHINING NOISE AT HIGH SPEEDS. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: THE CUSTOMER OR TECHNICIAN MAY HEAR A WHINING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR AXLE AREA."
21-019-162016-09-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. "FLASH: TRANSMISSION SHIFT AND DRIVABILITY ENHANCEMENTS THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPROGRAMMING OF THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) WITH THE LATEST AVAILABLE SOFTWARE. A SMALL NUMBER OF CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE AN ERRONEOUS MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION, THE TECHNICIAN MAY FIND A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) STORED IN THE TCM MEMORY. 3.6L ENGINE (SALES CODE ERB) WITH 845RE TRANSMISSION (SALES CODE DFL): · **IMPROVED SHIFT QUALITY.** · P1DCD - TCM MONITORING PROCESSOR PERFORMANCE MULTIPLE CLUTCHES LOCKED UP. · P1B13 - PARK-BY-WIRE UNINTENDED OUT OF PARK POSITION. · P0734 - GEAR 4 SHIFT INCORRECT RATIO. 3.6L ENGINE (SALES CODE ERB) WITH 8HP45 TRANSMISSION (SALES CODE DFG): · **IMPROVED SHIFT QUALITY.** · HARSH 2-1 DOWNSHIFT OR BUMP AT LOW SPEEDS. · P0734 - GEAR 4 SHIFT INCORRECT RATIO. 3.0L ENGINE (SALES CODE EHD) WITH 845RE TRANSMISSION (SALES CODE DFL): · **IMPROVED SHIFT QUALITY.** · P1DCD - TCM MONITORING PROCESSOR PERFORMANCE MULTIPLE CLUTCHES LOCKED UP. · P1B13 - PARK-BY-WIRE UNINTENDED OUT OF PARK POSITION."
18-070-162016-09-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. "FLASH: DIAGNOSTIC AND SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES REPROGRAMMING THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH UPDATED SOFTWARE. CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION THE TECHNICIAN MAY FIND THE FOLLOWING (DTCS) SET IN THE PCM MEMORY: · **P0456 - EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK. · P0335 - CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT. · P2610 - PCM INTERNAL ENGINE OFF TIMER PERFORMANCE.** · U0140 - LOST COMMUNICATION WITH BODY CONTROL MODULE. ATTEMPTING TO CLEAR THE DTC WILL BE UNSUCCESSFUL. · P0300 - MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE. · P0573 - BRAKE SWITCH 1 STUCK OFF."
18-047-162016-07-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software.
18-045-162016-07-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ENGINE. This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software.
18-047-162016-07-07. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: A small number of 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) stored in the PCM memory: · **P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. · P1611 - Supercharger Bypass Valve Position Sensor 1 Circuit High. · P0513 - Invalid Skim Key.** · P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire (manual transmission applications only). · P1613 - Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Pressure Sensor/Mass Air Flow Sensor Correlation. · P2227 - Barometric Pressure Circuit Performance. · P1217 - Active Exhaust Valve 1 Performance. · P121B - Active Exhaust Valve 2 Performance. **The P0513 code is set during remote starting the vehicle and nearly simultaneously pressing the Key Fob button against the Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) causing an engine stall.**
18-045-162016-07-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. SYMPTOM/CONDITION: A small number of 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): • P1217 - Active Exhaust Valve 1 Performance. • P121B - Active Exhaust Valve 2 Performance. In addition, customers may also comment on the following: • Unable to accurately increase or decrease the cruise control set speed using the resume or set buttons while the instrument cluster is set on metric units. Instead of changing vehicle speed by 1 KPH when pressing the buttons, the vehicle speed will increase approximately 1.6 KPH. • Slight spark knock condition during aggressive high speed driving which may prevent the vehicle from achieving maximum top speed.
21-030-142016-05-09. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
21-030-14REV.A2016-05-09. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
SB21-023-15REV.B2016-01-05. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. 2015 DODGE CHARGER AND 2015 CHRYSLER 300 TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE NEEDS REPROGRAMMING WITH THE LATEST SOFTWARE AVAILABLE. *CN

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