Service bulletins for the 2013 Dodge Dart
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.
160 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 9003081 | 2022-08-29. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Dielectric Grease This product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time. |
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| Z5091195A | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features. A power cycle may be required for the hands-free module for proper diagnosis.~ Please reference; 8T - Navigation/Telecommunication Diagnosis and Testing (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HANDS FREE PHONE) |
| 18-023-16 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES; BACK OVER PREVENTION. Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination or one or more of the following conditions. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory: 2015 UF Vehicles with (Sales Codes ED6, ED8) · P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. · P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. · P1607 - PCM Internal Shutdown Timer Rationality. · P0133 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. · P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. · P0480 - Cooling Fan 1 Control Circuit/Open. · U0402 - Implausible Data Received From TCM. · P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. · P1D73 - AGS Performance. · U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. · P0441 - Evap Purge System Performance. · P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Performance. In addition to the DTCs above the following improvements have been made: · Engine Startup Flare and Idle Surge. · Improved vehicle acceleration. 2015 PF Vehicles with (Sales Codes ED6, ED8) · U0401 - Implausible Data Received From ECM/PCM - Signal Invalid. · P1185 - General Pressure Sensor Correlation. · P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. · P0133 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. · P0456 - Evap System Small Leak. · P219A - Bank 1 Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance. · P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. · P1D73 - AGS Performance. · U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. · P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Performance. · P050B - Cold Start Ignition Timing Performance. · P061A - Level 2 Torque Performance. · P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected (Instantaneous Accumulation). · Low Idle Speed After Cold Start between -10°C to 0°C (14°F to 32°F). · Cold Idle Surge With AC Engaged |
| 18-023-16 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination or one or more of the following conditions. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory: 2015 UF Vehicles with (Sales Codes ED6, ED8) · P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. · P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. · P1607 - PCM Internal Shutdown Timer Rationality. · P0133 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. · P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. · P0480 - Cooling Fan 1 Control Circuit/Open. · U0402 - Implausible Data Received From TCM. · P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. · P1D73 - AGS Performance. · U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. · P0441 - Evap Purge System Performance. · P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Performance. In addition to the DTCs above the following improvements have been made: · Engine Startup Flare and Idle Surge. · Improved vehicle acceleration. 2015 PF Vehicles with (Sales Codes ED6, ED8) · **U0401 - Implausible Data Received From ECM/PCM - Signal Invalid. · P1185 - General Pressure Sensor Correlation.** · P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. · P0133 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. · P0456 - Evap System Small Leak. · P219A - Bank 1 Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance. · P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. · P1D73 - AGS Performance. · U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. · P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Performance. · P050B - Cold Start Ignition Timing Performance. · P061A - Level 2 Torque Performance. · P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected (Instantaneous Accumulation). |
| 08-085-14 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Hands Free Feature Inoperative This bulletin involves updating the Convergence Telematics Module (CTM) software.Convergence Telematics Module (CTM) was also known as the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may notice that the hands free feature (Bluetooth) does not work. On further inspection one or more of the following DTCs may be found: U11F6-00 Lost Communication With Convergence Telematics Module. U11F6-87 Lost Communication With Convergence Telematics Module - Missing Message. |
| 0812815 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This bulletin involves updating the BCM software. |
| 0802816 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. This bulletin involves updating the radio software and navigation if equipped. |
| 0600116 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CLUTCHES/BANDS. Clutch Pedal Operation X62 Extended Warranty. |
| 08-041-14 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; SUSPENSION; STEERING; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY; WHEELS. Flash: Steering Wheel Vibration At Highway Speeds On Smooth Road This bulletin involves road testing and updating the software in the Electric Power Steering (EPS). If required road force balancing and match mounting the tires and wheels. NOT be mistaken for a normal tire vibration felt in the seat and steering wheel or at low speeds. |
| 05-002-14 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Front Brake Noise (Squeal) This bulletin involves changing front brake pads to correct a brake squeal noise. The customer may experience a squealing noise during braking coming from the front of the vehicle. |
| 9003081 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Dielectric Grease This product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material(silicone) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time. |
| 08-059-14 | 2022-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Flash: RE2 RE6 RB5 RB6 Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio software. A customer may experience, one or more of the following conditions: ? Incorrect routing directions to fuel stations when using Travel Link. ? Unable to turn on heated seats. Icon is greyed out. ? Radio display screen will lock up and reset intermittently. ? Navigation screen goes blank. ? Navigation system freezes/locks up. ? Navigation Icon shows the vehicle going backward when it is moving forward. ? Map Checksum error may be displayed when attempting to update the navigation system maps. |
| 18-034-14 REV. A | 2022-08-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. P0520- Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Circuit This bulletin involves replacing the oil pressure sensor with a revised part. 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: P0520 - Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Circuit |
| 18-022-17 REV. A | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available 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 DTCs set in the PCM memory: U1504 - Implausible Message Data Length Received From Steering Angle Sensor. P0128 - Thermostat Rationality. P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. P0340 - Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Bank 1 Sensor 1. U1424-00 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received. P1066 - Cylinder 1 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. P1068 - Cylinder 2 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. P106A - Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. P106C - Cylinder 4 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. P1607 - PCM Internal Shutdown Timer Rationality. P0133 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. P0480 - Cooling Fan 1 Control Circuit/Open. U0402 - Implausible Data Received From TCM. P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. P1D73 - AGS Performance. U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. P0441 - Evap Purge System Performance. P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Performance.In addition to the DTCs above the following improvements have been made: Min spark changes to prevent catalytic converter overheating. Engine Startup Flare and Idle Surge. P1066 - Cylinder 1 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. P1068 - Cylinder 2 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. P106A - Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. P106C - Cylinder 4 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. U0401 - Implausible Data Received From ECM/PCM - Signal Invalid. |
| 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 |
| 9003823 | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Center Stack Lower Vehicle diagnostics have revealed DTC's B10EA & B10E9. If diagnostics lead to HVAC control head replacement, The 2013 part is no longer available. Update to a 2014 HVAC control unit (1TQ77DX9AJ). When using the newer control head, minor circuit modification is required. Follow the steps below; 1. Replace HVAC control with latest 2014 part number. (1TQ77DX9AJ or later version). 2. Replace the 2013 blower power module with a 2014 module (68081871AJ or later version). 3. Remove C229 circuit from Pin 1 of D3827A Blower Control C1 connector. (Pin 1 will no longer have a wire in that cavity). 4. Splice the C229 circuit to blower control circuit C56 in Pin 3 of D3827A connector. 5. Clear Faults and re-test. |
| 18-006-15 REV. G | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination or one or more of the following conditions. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory: 2015 UF Vehicles with (Sales Codes ED6, ED8). ? Improved vehicle acceleration. ? P0480 - Cooling Fan 1 Control Circuit/Open. ? P0456 - Evap System Small Leak. ? U0402 - Implausible Data Received From TCM. ? Engine Startup Flare and Idle Surge. ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. ? P1D73 - AGS Performance. ? U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. ? P0441 - Evap Purge System Performance. ? P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Performance. ? P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. 2015 PF Vehicles with (Sales Codes ED6, ED8), built on or before July 24, 2015 (MDH 0724XX). ? Low Idle Speed After Cold Start between 14°F to 32°F (-10°C to 0°C). ? Cold Idle Surge With AC Engaged. ? Improve cabin warm up in cold weather, when the vehicle is in park or neutral and the temperature is between 10°F to 40°F (-12°C to 4.5°C). ? P219A - Bank 1 Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance. ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected. ? P1D73 - AGS Performance. ? U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. ? P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Performance. ? P050B - Cold Start Ignition Timing Performance. ? P050D - Cold Start Rough Idle. ? P061A - Level 2 Torque Performance. ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected (Instantaneous Accumulation). 2013-2014 PF Vehicles. ? P219A - Bank 1 Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance. ? P2251 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Negative Current Control Circuit Open. ? P106A - Cylinder 3 Oil Supply Solenoid Valve Switch Off Time Out Of Range. ? P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detec |
| 18-020-15 REV. B | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; BACK OVER PREVENTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Driveability Enhancements 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 Codes (DTCs) have been set: ? P1128 - Closed Loop Fueling Not Achieved - Bank 1 Upstream ? P1D73 - 00 - AGS Performance ? P1CEA - Boost Side Evap Purge System Performance ? P0456 - Evap System Small Leak Customers may also experience any of the following symptoms: ? Customer experiences cold start issues below 14°F ( -10°C) ambient temperatures; engine turns over faster (loss of compression) during crank and possibly does not start until a key cycle is performed. ? Engine cranks as if it has no compression. ? Engine sounds like it is knocking at idle, noise goes away when off idle. ? Spark knock when using low octane fuel in the vehicle. ? Black smoke from tail pipe on initial start up during cold ambient temperatures. ? Uneven acceleration feeling under moderate to heavy throttle input. ? Bump or surge noticed prior to engine reaching normal operating temperature. ? Rough idle during A/C engagement/disengagement. ? During periods of extended idle or short hot soak events and ambient temperatures below 15°F (-9°C), engine idle speed may increase to 1800 RPM if coolant temperature drops below 158°F (70°C). Condition is only present when the transmission is in park. ? Low speed engine response improvements in city and traffic driving conditions. Updating the PCM software will correct the condition listed above. |
| 08-098-15 | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Hands Free Feature Inoperative This bulletin involves updating the Convergence Telematics Module (CTM) software. NOTE: Convergence Telematics Module (CTM) was also known as the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may notice that the hands free feature (Bluetooth) does not work. On further inspection one or more of the following DTCs may be found: ? U11F6-00 Lost Communication With Convergence Telematics Module. ? U11F6-87 Lost Communication With Convergence Telematics Module - Missing Message. |
| 05-011-15 | 2022-08-08. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION. Front Brake Squeak/Squeal Noise This bulletin involves replacing the front brake rotors, front brake pads, and related hardware. The customer may describe a front brake squeak/squeal high frequency noise in the 6-7 kHz range while stopping, noise may be intermittent (not every stop). |
| 18-015-13 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: No Start or Start and Stall When Using Remote Start This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience any of the following conditions: ? Engine starts then immediately stalls when using Remote Start system (Instrument Cluster may display the message ?Remote Start Disabled, Start Vehicle to Reset?) ? Engine cranks and does not start following the condition described above ? Engine may be hard to re-start at ambient temps below 10°F(-12°C) Updating the software will correct the conditions listed above. |
| 05-004-13 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Rattle From Front Brakes When Driving, Without Brakes Applied This bulletin involves replacing the front brake caliper brackets, spring clips and if necessary front brake pads. Rattle from front brakes when driving, without brakes applied |
| 9002839 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. 04627270A$ - Engine Cover MODEL PFDH41 (DART SE/AERO) is built without an engine cover. Please do not order this part as a shotage and error on this model (unless it is customer pay). |
| 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. |
| 17-003-12 | 2022-07-25. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS. Clicking And/Or Crunching Noise From Rear Springs This bulletin involves inspecting the right rear spring and if necessary replace. Clicking and/or crunching noise from rear springs. |
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