2017 Dodge Charger: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2017 Dodge Charger? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 125 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Dodge Charger has 125 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Dodge
- Model
- Charger
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 125
- Crash-related complaints
- 3
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
Most Common 2017 Dodge Charger Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Structural Problems
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Uncategorized Issues, Structural Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2017 Dodge Charger?
The 2017 Dodge Charger shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2017 Dodge Charger
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the electrical system, including battery, wiring, and infotainment.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components like engine and transmission.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle's structure and steering before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the electrical system, including battery, wiring, and infotainment.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components like engine and transmission.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle's structure and steering before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 Dodge Charger, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 125 NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Dodge Charger, the data suggests that electrical faults are the most frequently reported issue, followed by uncategorized problems and structural concerns. The low confidence level and limited model year range mean these patterns should be interpreted cautiously.
- Electrical faults account for the largest share of complaints among the 2017 model year.
- Uncategorized issues and structural problems are also commonly reported.
- Only 3 crash-related complaints were recorded out of 125 total.
- Electrical Faults
- Uncategorized Issues
- Structural Problems
All 2017 Dodge Charger Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Dodge Charger. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 48 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 29 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 20 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 19 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 7 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 5 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Dodge Charger. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Both the front door interior panels are warped. I had to glue them because they pulled almost completely off the door.
Screen is pushing buttons and overall not working. Turns on heat on seats and will not let me turn them off burning my back with prolong heat. Will turn off my heater and change settings while driving. Has pushed the emergency call button. Changes stations constantly. Doesn’t not…
While driving on the highway with my 14-year-old child as a passenger, the vehicle began shaking/jerking and losing power. I activated hazard lights and exited; the car continued to struggle and is now parked due to safety concerns. O’Reilly scan P0304 (Cylinder 4 misfire). This …
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Dodge Charger. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 90,000. It was later discovered that the mileage was 145,00…
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? •The ABS and traction control systems have shown warning lights. The vehicle has experienced multiple issues including a BUS power system failure, faulty wiring under the middle con…
The stereo is making random phone calls, adjusting heat/air, changing stations and pushing buttons all on its own. This is extremely dangerous and distracting while driving.
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the instrument cluster independently changed radio stations and made phone calls. In addition, the conta…
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the front passenger's side door panel was detaching. The contact stated that the infotainment system screen was delaminating, causing the screen touchpad to engage vehicle functions independently. Additionally, the co…
“Following a $4,960 transmission repair at Cable Dahmer Chrysler Dodge (July 10,2024), my vehicle has experienced serious safety concerns: 1. Immediate transmission performance issues after dealer service 2. Vehicle now diagnosed with : Oil leaking over transmission bell housin…
While coming around a 35mph turn my car shut its self off. Normally it would say please put car in park but it shut off and had to panic and pull hard to make it around the turn. Put car in park then I was able to restart the car.
That the interior door panels had separated from the door frame causing the locking mechanisms to malfunction and the doors would not remain secured. The failure was present on the drive and passenger front door at this time. I have had this car for 5 years and it started the 2nd…
Dodge will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. The recall number is 18V281000 Dodge’s number for this recall is U37
[XXX] [XXX] ] Urgent Safety Concerns with 2017 Dodge Charger Daytona - Complaint [XXX] Hello Dodge Corporate, I am writing to express my extreme dissatisfaction and deep concern regarding the safety issues I have encountered with my 2017 Dodge Charger Daytona, which I purchas…
Engine was ticking around 74k miles, it started off quiet and I was informed by a mechanic it should be fine as a lot of cars have a ticking sound. Couple thousand miles later the engine is nearly rattling and there's a thumping causing spaces of silence in the exhaust and there'…
The transmission in my car completely failed. I was driving home from work. The check engine light came on. Then I noticed the transmission wasn't changing gears. I also noticed a burning smell as well. I towed the vehicle to the dealership. They discovered the transmission fluid…
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the warning "Engine Oil Pressure" displayed. Upon inspection, it was discovered that engine oil had leaked from the engine and while attempting to add oil to the engine the oil immediately …
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that three of the interior door panels had separated from the window. The driver’s side door was still intact. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was diagno…
I was driving my 2017 dodge charger one day and the light came on service shifter . Then the clutch was making this ticking noise after a couple days he went off . Then one day I got in my car and the car shut off went the lights and windshield wipers come on by it self and the c…
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the temperature gauge became elevated and the engine overheated. The contact allowed the engine to cool down before adding coolant and then drove to her destination. The vehicle was d…
I have a 2017 Hellcat Charger, only certain 2017 Hellcat chargers and challengers were recalled for the engine oil cooling hoses failing resulting in a rapid loss of engine oil, my car wasn’t one of the certain vehicles recalled but my car just did the exact same thing other cars…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Dodge Charger.
2017 Dodge Charger Recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Dodge Charger. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2017 Dodge Charger Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Dodge Charger reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 125 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2017 Dodge Charger shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Dodge Charger?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (48 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (29 complaints). #3: Structural Problems (20 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Dodge Charger?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Dodge Charger?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Dodge Charger, NHTSA complaints include 3 crash-related reports and 3 fire reports out of 125 total complaints. 4 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Dodge Charger have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2017 Dodge Charger. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2017 Dodge Charger?▾
The 2017 Dodge Charger shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Dodge Charger reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.