NHTSA Service Bulletin 11023983: 2003, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Dodge Sprinter (Vs30)
Official manufacturer communication context for 2003, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Dodge Sprinter (Vs30), with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.
Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.
Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Checked via Instrument Cluster Service Menu Complaint Sometimes the engine oil level cannot be determined using the instrument cluster's service menu. The following mes- sages may be displayed: Engine oil level currently inoperative. See Attachment: Message "Engine oil level currently inoperative" (shown in German on model 907 with code C6L (Multifunction steering wheel)). Engine oil level measurement is running. Repeat the query after a maximum of 30 minutes of driving time. Information: It is still possible to determine the engine oil level via the workshop menu or XENTRY Diagnostics. Cause No current value for the saved oil volume has been stored in the drivetrain control unit (CPC, N127). Remedy 1. Connect diagnostic device (see AD00.00-D-2000-06TS for model 907). Always use the latest XENTRY Diagnostics software release with all available add-ons. Follow all operation steps in XENTRY Diagnosis precisely. 2. Perform initial quick test (see AD00.00-D-2000-06TS for model 907). Print out the initial quick test as a PDF file and attach it to the order in a tamperproof manner. 3. Create and save the control unit log for drivetrain control unit (CPC, N127). Print out the control unit log as a PDF file and attach it to the order in a tamperproof manner. Check the saved oil volume in the "Maintenance data" tab of the control unit log. See Attachment: Saved oil volume in "Maintenance data" tab of the control unit log (shown in German). If the saved oil volume in the "Maintenance data" tab is more than 0.0 liters and it is not possible to determine the en- gine oil level via the service menu, conduct further research on the exact reason for the customer complaint and initia- te corresponding repair measures. If the saved oil volume is 0.0 liters, proceed with operation step 4. 4. Check actual values for engine oil level in the engine control unit and observe any relevant information and descrip- tions in XENTRY Diagnosis. Quick test view Engine control unit Actual values Oil circuit Oil level gauge 5. Clear fault memory (see AD00.00-D-2000-06TS for model 907). 6. Disconnect diagnostic device (see AD00.00-D-2000-06TS for model 907). 7. Carry out a test drive of more than 30 minutes, run the vehicle in idle for approximately 3 minutes on a level sur- face, switch the ignition off and on again, and then record the engine oil level again using the instrument cluster's ser- vice menu. Only carry this out if the saved oil volume in the "Maintenance data" tab is 0.0 liters. When checking the engine oil level via the service menu, refer to the operator's manual. Inform the customer accor- dingly about these circumstances. See Attachment: Message "Engine oil level OK" (shown in German on model 907 with code C6L (Multifunction steering wheel)). 8. If the customer complaint occurs again, create a TIPS case directed to the Powertrain inbox, including all required information from this LI.
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Frequently asked questions
What is NHTSA service bulletin 11023983?
Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Checked via Instrument Cluster Service Menu Complaint Sometimes the engine oil level cannot be determined using the instrument cluster's service menu. The following mes- sages may be displayed: Engine oil level currently inoperative. See Attachment: Message "Engine oil level currently inoperative" (shown in German on model 907 with code C6L (Multifunction steering wheel)). Engine oil.
Is a service bulletin the same as a recall?
No. A recall is a safety campaign with a required remedy for affected VINs. A service bulletin or manufacturer communication usually describes diagnostic, repair, software, warranty or service information.
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