RADIO MALFUNCTIONS, FAVORITE SONG/ ARTISTS DISPLAYS, WILL CONTINUE TO SHOW SAME SONG OVER AND OVER AGAIN EVEN WHEN NOT ON, FREEZES, AND NO VOLUME. DOES NOT MATTER IF THE CAR IS IN PARK, DRIVING OR IDELING.THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR ABOUT 2 MONTHS.

12/28/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11385356.0

2017 Challenger · airbags Crash

The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph when the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a median which resulted in none of the air bags deploying. 2 people were injured and were sitting in the driver and front…

12/21/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11444613.0

2017 Challenger · suspension

The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH the upper ball joint and the wheel detached without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The contact called the local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed…

12/16/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11443980.0

2017 Challenger · electrical

TWO RADIOS HAVE GONE OUT WITHIN 30K MILES. I AM GETTING MY 3RD REPLACEMENT AT 31K MILES. THE SCREEN IS FROZEN AND SAYS DODGE. NOT ABLE TO ACCESS CLIMATE CONTROLS. GOING TO TRY UPGRADING TO THE BETTER FACTORY RADIO, IT ONLY COSTS 1648 FOR PARTS AND INSTALL!!! THIS IS A CONSISTENT…

12/15/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11383603.0

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severe NHTSA 17V496000 08/08/2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles equipped with Hellcat engines

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.

severe NHTSA 17V431000 07/07/2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 5

If the vehicle is exited without the transmission remaining in the PARK position and without the parking brake set, the vehicle may roll, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Common questions

Is the 2017 Dodge Challenger reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Dodge Challenger is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2017 Dodge Challenger?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 14 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Dodge Challenger has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2017 Dodge Challenger?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 49 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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