Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2007)
Technical Service Bulletin # F43
Date: 061001
Recall - PCM Update for A/T Shift Logic
October 2006
Dealer Service Instructions for:
Safety Recall F43
Reprogram PCM Transmission Shift Logic
Models
2007 (KA) Dodge Nitro (built through August 9, 2006 - MDH 080916).
2007 (KJ) Jeep(R) Liberty (built through August 9, 2006 - MDH 080916).
2007 (DR) Dodge Ram Pick Up Truck (1500 Series) (built at the
St.Louis North assembly plant through August 9, 2006 -
MDH 080915).
2007 (HB) Dodge Durango (built through August 14, 2006 - MDH 081406).
2007 (LX) Chrysler 300, Dodge Magnum and Charger (built through
August 10, 2006 - MDH 081017).
2007 (ND) Dodge Dakota (built through August 14, 2006 - MDH 081403).
NOTE: This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a 42RLE
transmission.
IMPORTANT:
Many of the vehicles within the above build periods have already been inspected or repaired and, therefore, have been excluded from this recall.
IMPORTANT:
Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer new vehicle inventory. Federal law requires you to complete this recall service on these vehicles
before retail delivery. Dealers should also consider this requirement to apply to used vehicle inventory and should perform this recall on vehicles in
for service. Involved vehicles can be determined by using the VIP inquiry process.
Subject
The software programmed into the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on about 4,700 of the above vehicles may allow the transmission to shift into first
gear if the operator shifts from "Drive" to "Neutral" and back into the "Drive" position. A shift into first gear at speeds above 40 mph could cause a
momentary lock up of the drive wheels, which can result in a crash without prior warning
Repair
The PCM must be reprogrammed (flashed).
Parts Information
Due to the likelihood that the required labels are already in your parts inventory, no labels will be distributed initially. The following label may be
ordered as needed.
Each vehicle requires application of the labels shown.
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