2017 Dodge Charger problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (16) · Power Train (16) · Electrical System (16)
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61 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (4)
Vehicle Speed Control:cruise Control 2018-05-17 · campaign 18V332000 · 4,815,661 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the c
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmissi
Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 2018-05-01 · campaign 18V281000 · 13,928 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.
Risk: If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2017-08-08 · campaign 17V496000 · 1,207 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles equipped with Hellcat engines. The engine oil cooler (EOC) hoses may fail resulting in a rapid loss of engine oil.
Risk: 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.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EOC lines, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T48.
Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft 2017-02-14 · campaign 17V097000 · 69,298 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
Risk: A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
Service bulletins (222)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Power Train 2026-03-09 · S2621000003 REV.A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845re, 8hp45, 850re, 8hp50, 8hp70, 8hp75, 8hp75-phev, 8hp75-lcv, 8hp90, 8hp95. transmissions may exhibit the following diagnostic codes: p07e4, p1db2, p0716, p1b14, p0733, p1d90, p1d
Electrical System 2026-03-05 · S2608000010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
active diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1a10-00, b1a11-00, b1a12- 00, b1a13-00-, b1a14-00, b1a15-00, b1a16-00, and b1a17-00 in the radio frequency hub (rfh)
Electrical System 2025-12-10 · 9100735 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
verify "z" part number availability. order a "z" part number for all exchange orders: warranty, mopar, customer pay and service contract. order"68" part number for new unsold units only
Service Brakes 2025-11-18 · 108463 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake
Service Brakes 2025-11-17 · 108464 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake
Electrical System 2025-07-04 · S2208000138 REV.B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
decreased remote start and rke range. tire pressure sensors values are not displayed
Showing the 6 most recent of 222 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-08-13 · Unknown Or Other“door trim panels are separated from the frame, i called the dealer and was told that i need to pay for this items, i see online this is a common issued with this vehicle.…”
2026-07-24 · Unknown Or Other“as i was accelerating out of a stop light on the morning of 7/24/2026, my check engine light came on seemingly out of nowhere. i was able to take the vehicle to an independent repair shop who identified the issue as the plastic oil cooler assembly on the vehicle being broken. my car's oil was completely empty and it would have been but minutes unti…”
2026-07-16 · Power Train · 87,628 mi“the contact owns a 2017 dodge charger. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was making a clunking sound. the dealer was contacted, and the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the rear draft shaft center bearing was not moving freely as the front shaft. the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle wa…”
2025-12-24 · Unknown Or Other“both the front door interior panels are warped. i had to glue them because they pulled almost completely off the door.…”
2025-11-03 · Electrical System“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 allow gos to be used. tried calling customer services multiple times …”
2025-10-28 · Power Train“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 occurred 12,703 miles after a dealer-performed tune-up (spark plugs x6…”
2025-09-17 · Electrical System:instrument Panel:speedometer/Odometer · 145,000 mi“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 145,000. …”
2025-08-10 · Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection“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 console, and problems with the shifter. additionally, there have been iss…”
2025-03-25 · Unknown Or Other“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. …”
2025-03-25 · Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel · 68,000 mi“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 contact stated that the instrument cluster independently switched between i…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.