Issue ID | 1283918 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10865379 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | CHARGER |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 01/05/15 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Apparently it is a known issue with dodge chargers and other vehicles with the same engine but the 3. 5l will develop a "ticking" noise that is caused by a rocker dowel pin shearing off. A simple search online will show numerous owners with the same issue. From the shifting of the sheared pin, the oiling holes become misaligned and the rockers starve from oil a bit. (according to one discussion) (here are a couple discussions about it: http://www. Chargerforums. Com/forums/showthread. Php? T=152670 http://www. Lxforums. Com/board/showthread. Php/300445-3-5-lifter-rocker-tick-fix ) it is most noticeable when the car is idling or at speeds under 15mph due to outside road noise but it is always happening. It has been doing this for at least a year and only after it started getting louder did i really start researching the potential problem. There is no point that the engine does not make the noise. When it is running, it has a tick noise and i'm afraid its going to wear out the inside of the engine or cause further damage. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 75000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | CARY, NC |
VIN pattern | 23CDXBG8CH2XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 09/12/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 10 |
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