CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Dodge Charger has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 128 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 3 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (48 reports).
2017 Dodge Charger recalls
Cruise Control May Not Shut Off, Raising Crash Risk
A short circuit in the wiring can stop the cruise control from disengaging, whether by pressing the brake pedal or switching the system off manually.
Front driveshaft may detach, risking a crash
Certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles with all-wheel drive and V8 engines may have a front driveshaft whose universal joint can seize or fracture.
Oil Hose Can Fail, Spraying Oil on Windshield or Fire Risk
Certain 2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles equipped with Hellcat engines may have engine oil cooler (EOC) hoses that can fail, causing a rapid loss of engine oil.
Front driveshaft bolts can loosen, causing power loss
On certain all-wheel drive Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger models from 2014 through 2017, the bolts that hold the front driveshaft in place may loosen.
Most common 2017 Dodge Charger problems
Problem areas named in the 128 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 48 |
| Unknown Or Other | 31 |
| Structure | 20 |
| Engine | 18 |
| Power Train | 17 |
| Steering | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
What owners report
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.
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 until the engine completely seized up. The oil had spilled into the motor and all other nearby parts of the engine. This puts my safety and others safety at risk because the car showed no other signs of an issue other than the light coming on. Had i not checked it in time, the engine could have seized up at high speeds causing a catastrophic accident.
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 was not under recall and could not be repaired free of charge. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the VIN should have been included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V281000 (Power Train); because of the similarities in the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the
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. Doesnât not allow gos to be used. Tried calling customer services multiple times and itâs is a known issue with almost all and they will not do anything. They pick and choose whoâs to fix. Waiting to get a call from dealership if they will inspect it, but dodge will not cover anything they stated. It started very small with just a spot on the screen that wasnât a big deal but once it started to progress it went fast an
2017 Dodge Charger questions
Does the 2017 Dodge Charger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Dodge Charger: Cruise Control May Not Shut Off, Raising Crash Risk; Front driveshaft may detach, risking a crash; Oil Hose Can Fail, Spraying Oil on Windshield or Fire Risk; Front driveshaft bolts can loosen, causing power loss. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Dodge Charger?
Based on 128 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (48), Unknown Or Other (31), Structure (20).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Dodge Charger has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.