2022-2025 Stellantis Oil Leak from Oil Filter Area

Symptoms of an Oil Leak from the Oil Filter Area

Owners of affected 2022-2025 Stellantis vehicles may notice several indicators pointing to an oil leak. The most common symptom is the illumination of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on the dashboard. This warning light often accompanies a stored diagnostic trouble code (DTC).

Additionally, drivers might observe physical signs of a leak. A frequent customer comment is "Oil found on the ground beneath the vehicle."

Fault Codes / DTCs

When the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates, it is typically associated with a specific diagnostic trouble code (DTC) stored in the vehicle's computer system. For the Stellantis oil leak P06DD issue, the following code may be present:

Code	Description
P06DD	Engine Oil Pressure Control Circuit Stuck Off

Diagnosis and Trigger Conditions

This TSB, 09-003-25, addresses a manufacturing issue that can lead to oil leaks from the oil filter area. Stellantis advises that Oil Filter Assemblies (OFA), part number 68596318AB, are frequently replaced unnecessarily due to misdiagnosis.

Proper diagnosis is crucial to accurately identify the source of the leak. Technicians must use oil dye (part number 5010042AB) to pinpoint the exact location of the leak before proceeding with any repairs.

Important Warnings for Owners

Stellantis has issued specific warnings regarding the diagnosis and repair of this oil leak issue to prevent incorrect repairs and potential warranty claim rejections:

• Do not replace the OFA unnecessarily: If a leak is identified at the filter cap, valve cover, or the OFA-to-block mating surfaces, the Oil Filter Assembly (OFA) itself should not be replaced. Specific repair kits are available for these distinct leak points.
• Aftermarket parts: Using aftermarket oil filter and O-ring kits that do not seal properly will not be covered under warranty. Warranty claims for issues arising from non-MOPAR parts will not be validated by Stellantis.
• Warranty for over-repair: Any deviations from the prescribed oil leak diagnosis procedure that result in an over-repair under warranty will not be validated. In such cases, the dealer will be responsible for covering the costs.
• Unnecessary OFA replacement: If an Oil Filter Assembly is replaced without proper diagnosis and it is later deemed unnecessary, the warranty claim will not be validated, and the dealer will bear the costs.

Repair Procedure Summary

The repair procedure outlined in TSB 09-003-25 focuses on correctly identifying the leak source to avoid unnecessary replacement of the Oil Filter Assembly (OFA). After using oil dye (P/N 5010042AB) for diagnosis, the following steps should be taken:

• Filter Cap Leak: If the leak originates from the filter cap, the technician should replace only the oil filter and the filter cap's O-ring using the MOPAR service kit, part number 68191349AC. The OFA should not be replaced.
• Valve Cover Leak: For leaks identified at the valve cover, which may cause pooled oil in the valley, the appropriate valve cover or gasket kit should be replaced. The OFA should not be replaced in this scenario.
• OFA-to-Block Mating Surface Leak: If the leak is from the bottom mating surfaces where the OFA meets the engine block, a MOPAR gasket kit, part number 68191356AB, should be used for the repair. Again, the OFA itself is not to be replaced.
• Other Leaks: If any other oil leak is found that cannot be directly attributed to the OFA, the OFA should not be replaced.

Required Tools or Parts

To properly diagnose and repair the Stellantis oil leak P06DD issue, specific MOPAR parts and tools are required:

• Oil Filter Assembly (OFA): Service P/N 68596318AB (Note: This is the part often unnecessarily replaced; proper diagnosis is key).
• Oil Dye: P/N 5010042AB (Essential for accurate leak detection).
• MOPAR Service Kit (for filter cap leaks): P/N 68191349AC.
• MOPAR Gasket Kit (for OFA-to-block leaks): P/N 68191356AB.

Owner Action

If your 2022-2025 Stellantis vehicle is exhibiting symptoms such as a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination, a stored P06DD code, or visible oil leaks, it is important to have it inspected by an authorized dealer. Ensure that the dealer follows the diagnostic procedures outlined in TSB 09-003-25 to correctly identify the source of the leak and perform the appropriate repair, avoiding unnecessary part replacements.

Source: NHTSA ID 11014375