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2017 Dodge Charger Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 3.3× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
125Complaints
4Recalls
3Crashes
3Fires
4Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (36% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Electrical System complaints here are 3.3× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System45 · 36%RecalledRecall 18V332000
Engine17 · 13.6%RecalledRecall 17V496000
Power Train16 · 12.8%RecalledRecall 18V281000 · Recall 17V097000
Structure:body16 · 12.8%No official action
Steering8 · 6.4%No official action
Exterior Lighting7 · 5.6%No official action

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

Unspecified / other29 · 23.2%
ENGINE17 · 13.6%
POWER TRAIN16 · 12.8%
STRUCTURE:BODY16 · 12.8%
STEERING8 · 6.4%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING7 · 5.6%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM6 · 4.8%
SERVICE BRAKES5 · 4%
AIR BAGS5 · 4%

Percentages are the share of the 125 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 4 campaigns

Electrical System:wiring

NHTSA campaign 18V332000 · 2018 · reported 05/17/2018

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft

NHTSA campaign 18V281000 · 2018 · reported 05/01/2018

If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft

NHTSA campaign 17V097000 · 2017 · reported 02/14/2017

A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine

NHTSA campaign 17V496000 · 2017 · reported 08/08/2017

If an EOC line fails, oil may spray onto the windshield or contact a hot surface, impairing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash or fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“My Uconnect radio back up camera does not work 100 percent of the time and radio dails 911 when car is on and ghost touching…”NHTSA complaint 11465747 — filed 05/23/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“This is regarding the Uconnect radio. The screen has delaminated and is constantly pressing buttons by itself. Randomly making phone calls and startling me while…”NHTSA complaint 11464518 — filed 05/13/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“Headlamp goes off. I have replaced the headlamp recently in a month it goes off again. Seems like wiring is melting.”NHTSA complaint 11463437 — filed 05/05/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Dodge Charger?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 45 of 125 NHTSA complaints (36%), followed by unspecified/other issues (29), engine (17), power train (16). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2017 Dodge Charger have?

125 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 3 involved a crash, 3 involved a fire, and 4 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2017 Dodge Charger have any recalls?

Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V332000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2017 Dodge Charger's reported problems?

3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.