MYRModel Year Report

2017 Dodge Challenger

▲ Better than typical
2017 Dodge Challenger
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:31:29.091Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
49
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2017

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

33% of complaints

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 2008: 10 complaints 2009: 133 complaints 2010: 299 complaints 2010 2011: 193 complaints 2012: 253 complaints 2013: 179 complaints 2013 2014: 148 complaints 2015: 126 complaints 2016: 78 complaints 2017: 49 complaints 2017 49 2018: 75 complaints 2019: 59 complaints 2019 2020: 20 complaints 2021: 19 complaints 2022: 9 complaints 2022 2023: 42 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 2008: 10 complaints 2009: 133 complaints 2009 2010: 299 complaints 2011: 193 complaints 2011 2012: 253 complaints 2013: 179 complaints 2013 2014: 148 complaints 2015: 126 complaints 2015 2016: 78 complaints 2017: 49 complaints 2017 49 2018: 75 complaints 2019: 59 complaints 2019 2020: 20 complaints 2021: 19 complaints 2021 2022: 9 complaints 2023: 42 complaints 2023
1981: 1 complaint 1981 2008: 10 complaints 2008 2009: 133 complaints 2009 2010: 299 complaints 2010 2011: 193 complaints 2011 2012: 253 complaints 2012 2013: 179 complaints 2013 2014: 148 complaints 2014 2015: 126 complaints 2015 2016: 78 complaints 2016 2017: 49 complaints 2017 49 2018: 75 complaints 2018 2019: 59 complaints 2019 2020: 20 complaints 2020 2021: 19 complaints 2021 2022: 9 complaints 2022 2023: 42 complaints 2023

2017: 49 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19811
200810
2009133
2010299
2011193
2012253
2013179
2014148
2015126
201678
201749
201875
201959
202020
202119
20229
202342

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

33% · 16 reports
Show complaint excerpts

The LCD of the uconnect control panel has progressively continued to delaminated since about 12-18 months after purchasing. Recently it has become a driving hazard.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-28

Suspension

12% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing front.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Steering

10% · 5 reports

Power train

10% · 5 reports
CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

In November and December of 2017 and again in January 2018 and series of power-train gear changing while driving occurred while on interstate i-20 and 285 and 85 and generally around town which caused to have to pull over and call a tow truck or...

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-30

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Engine

10% · 5 reports
FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Dodge Challenger. While driving 55 MPH, the contact noticed smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-09-12

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. R
    2017-07-28Power train17V431000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 5.7L V8 engines and eight-speed automatic transmissions.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission control module software, free of charge. The recall began 28, 2017. Owners may the Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T41.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2017-10-03Engine and engine cooling17V496000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    2018-06-04Electrical system, vehicle speed control18V332000 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...

    Remedy: 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. I
    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2017 Dodge Challenger — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 17V431000 · Power train
  • Recall 17V496000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 18V332000 · Electrical system, vehicle speed control
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

Other years of this model

See all years ranked →

Best years3 years

Worst years3 years

FAQ

Is the 2017 Dodge Challenger reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Dodge Challenger is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Dodge Challenger?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Dodge Challenger have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.