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2011 DODGE CHARGER

5.7L V8 HemiAWDAUTOMATICgas
11 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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U0401moderate severityNetwork

Invalid Data Received from ECM/PCM

on 2011 Dodge Charger 5.7L V8 Hemi · AWD

What this code means

The data received from the PCM is invalid or corrupted.

Symptoms

  • Various warning lights
  • Erratic system behavior

Common causes

  • PCM software issue
  • CAN bus noise
  • PCM failure
  • Wiring interference

Diagnostic steps

  1. Update PCM software
  2. Check for TSBs
  3. Test CAN bus signal quality
  4. Check for electromagnetic interference

Repair notes

Reprogram PCM. Check CAN bus.

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