Check Engine Light With Code P050D on Dodge Avenger

Submitted by Jim Taddei · May 29, 2025

Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

A rough idle may be noted after starting the engine cold, along with illumination of the check engine light with code P050D stored. Our technicians tell us the powertrain control module (PCM) software should be upgraded to correct this concern.

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Dodge Avenger vehicles with this problem

3 model years affected

Average mileage: 56,200 miles

(13,900 - 95,000)

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Check Engine Light With Code P050D on Dodge Avenger

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