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Service bulletins for the 2012 Dodge Durango

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.

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

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08-021-132022-07-25. 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
N08020720132022-07-25. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY. Advanced Field Action Communication ? N0802072013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on certain 2009 through 2012 model year: (DS) Ram Truck (ND) Dodge Dakota (HB) Dodge Durango (HG) Chrysler Aspen NOTE: All of the above involved vehicles are equipped with a Chrysler 9.25? rear axle (sales code DRB) or C235 rear axle (sales code DRN). The above vehicles may have been built with a rear axle pinion nut that can loosen, which could result in the rear axle locking up. This could cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a crash with little warning. Chrysler will conduct a voluntary safety recall on all affected vehicles to install a rear axle pinion nut retainer. Dealers will be notified of the launch of this safety recall by way of established methods used in the past.
09-001-132022-07-25. 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.
08-005-132022-07-25. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Power Liftgate May Not Power Open Or Close This bulletin involves reprogramming the Power Liftgate Module with new software. The customer may experience the Power Lift Gate not opening and closing under power. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that B1882 Power Liftgate Position Sensor 1 Circuit set.Updating the software will correct the conditions listed above.
08-065-122022-07-25. 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.
08-057-12 REV. A2022-07-25. 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).
23-022-12 REV. A2022-07-25. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL; STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT. Knocking Sound From Instrument Panel Area Near The A-Pillar This bulletin involves adjusting the driver side hood hinge and if necessary replacing the hinge pivot bolt. The customer may experience a knocking sound from the instrument panel area near the A-pillar.
08-053-122022-07-25. 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.
21-005-132022-07-18. 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.
21-003-132022-07-18. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DCTM) - Transfer Case Operational Enhancements This bulletin involves flashing the Drivetrain Control Module (DCTM) Owners may indicate that they have experienced one or more of the following symptoms:A driveline bump is felt during acceleration at approximately 10 mph (16 kph).The SERV 4WD message appears and the vehicle shifts from 4WD to 2WD.Binding of the front driveline while turning on steep grades at speeds around 3 - 5 mph (5 - 8 kph).
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.
08031162022-07-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Hands Free Module Prompts Begin Erroneously.
S1709000010 RevB2022-05-31. 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.
90045092022-05-31. 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
23-016-162022-04-04. Service bulletin. SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT. Customers may describe a chirping or squeaking coming from the rear second row seat headrest(s) while driving.
S1623000034 Rev.2021-12-13. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Water Leak From Overhead Console, A Pillar And Or Headliner. Sunroof Drain Tube Inspection.
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
P360701142021-05-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some of the above vehicles may experience a high resistance short at the sun visor vanity lamp wiring after a service repair to the sun visor, headliner or while gaining access above the headliner. This may result in an inoperative vanity lamp and/or an electrical fire.
90033572021-04-26. 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.
17-002-132021-03-29. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION. Squeak And/Or Creak Noise Coming From Rear Of Vehicle This bulletin involves road testing the vehicle over rough roads and if necessary adding grease and, depending on build range, RTV to both rear jounce bumpers. Squeak and/or creak sound coming from rear of vehicle when driving over rough roads.
05-005-132021-03-22. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION. Squeal Noise From Front Of Vehicle When Braking This bulletin involves verifying the front vehicle noise and if necessary replace the front brake pads. Squeal noise from front of vehicle when braking.
21-005-132021-03-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; 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.
21-003-132021-03-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DCTM) - Transfer Case Operational Enhancements This bulletin involves flashing the Drivetrain Control Module (DCTM) Owners may indicate that they have experienced one or more of the following symptoms:A driveline bump is felt during acceleration at approximately 10 mph (16 kph).The SERV 4WD message appears and the vehicle shifts from 4WD to 2WD.Binding of the front driveline while turning on steep grades at speeds around 3 - 5 mph (5 - 8 kph).
17-005-132021-03-15. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; EQUIPMENT. This bulletin involves verifying and if necessary replacing the right and left rear shock absorbers. Rattle and/or clunk noise from the rear of the vehicle equipped with load leveling suspension.
23-018-20 REV. E2021-03-01. Service bulletin. SEATS; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Active Head Restraint (AHR) Inadvertent Deployment - X88 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves inspecting the sled bracket striker pin and possibly replacinga front seat AHR that has inadvertently deployed. Customers may comment on the following: The AHR is deployed on one or both front seats and will not reset.

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