AI Damage2017 Dodge Challenger: common problems
Owners of the 2017 Dodge Challenger filed 49 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and suspension. The maker issued 137 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 49
- involving a crash
- 7
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 137
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 33% of all complaints
- 2 Suspension 12% of all complaints
- 3 Powertrain 10% of all complaints
- 4 Engine 10% of all complaints
- 5 Steering 10% of all complaints
- 6 Air bags 8% of all complaints
- 7 Vehicle speed control 6% of all complaints
- 8 Structure 4% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 16 complaints (33% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 41.
- Suspension: 6 complaints (12% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 2.
- Powertrain: 5 complaints (10% of all), 2 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 27.
- Engine: 5 complaints (10% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 3.
- Steering: 5 complaints (10% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 3.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3.6 L · petrol · 6 cylnamed in 1 complaints
- 5.7 L · petrol · 8 cyl
- 6.2 L · petrol · turbo · 8 cyl
- 6.4 L · petrol · 8 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
- manual, 6-speednamed in 1 complaints
Drive: RWD, AWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 49 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 16 | 0 | 41 |
| Suspension | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| Powertrain | 5 | 2 | 27 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| Air bags | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 | 16 |
| Engine and cooling | 1 | 0 | 29 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
A few days later, on a Sunday, I am driving and the check engine light comes on. I bring it to Auto Zone and get a reading of thermostat erratic. Bring it to the mechanic the next day on Monday, who gets the same reading.
My airbags failed to deploy in a head on collision with a jeeps enormous tail hitch that was shaped like a hook. This is definitely something worth looking into. My safety was compromised due to the airbags not deploying and because of this fault I’m experiencing neck/shoulder pain that I feel could have been…
The contact stated no warning lights were illuminated. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000
When my 2017 v6 challenger went out of gear from "park" and drug me down, as it rolled backwards (while in "park"). I sustained multiple injuries all over my body. I went to the e.r. And followed up with primary doctor. I also have an appointment with an orthopedist.
I was driving my 2017 challenger rt with only 22k miles down a city street. And while approaching a stop sign and my front passenger wheel completely broke off. I was not able to stop or steering enough to control the direction of travel. Causing me to hit a gate and a street at a college.
On 4-27-19 don jackson chrysler performed a recall and work on the computer and since then my car cruise control comes on and goes off when ever wnats to as well the radio and dash display flickers.
The 8.4 Uconnect radio controls many aspects of the vehicle including hands free communications. When a communication device is paired to the system, at a random time, the device becomes unpaired and hands free communication becomes unusable.
This defect poses a significant risk of sudden steering loss while driving, endangering both myself and others on the road. I respectfully request that your office review this matter for potential manufacturer accountability, safety recall investigation, or consumer protection enforcement.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 884 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (top 42% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Challenger has 44 complaints (8 years in the data). This year has 49, about average.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following…
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…
- Active Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1A10-00, B1A11-00, B1A12- 00, B1A13-00-, B1A14-00, B1A15-00,…
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)
- 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
- PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE
- Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges…
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
- Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges…
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates
- Decreased Remote Start And RKE Range
Tire Pressure Sensors Values Are Not Displayed
- SWITCH AND BEZEL - FRONT DOOR
- "Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood,…
"Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: Verify current…
- Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC)…
Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning…
- Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair…
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service…
- Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges…
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: **Verify current…
NHTSA lists 137 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Dodge Challenger?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electrical system, suspension, powertrain. Total complaints: 49. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: infotainment or screen glitches (41%), warning lights, check engine (8%), oil leak or consumption (6%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2017 Dodge Challenger?
NHTSA lists 137 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2017 Dodge Challenger from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2017 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.