The Lemon Index2017 Dodge Charger.
The 2017 Dodge Charger is better than average by owner complaints: 54 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 57, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 4 recalls, and it gets 16 to 23 mpg combined. The best Dodge Charger year is 2022.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 128 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Dodge Charger year. 2017 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 18K to 65K miles on the car (61 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- electrical complaints mostly came at 14K–68K miles
Recalls 4
- electrical 2018
These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.
- transmission & drivetrain 2018
The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.
- engine 2017
The engine oil cooler (EOC) hoses may fail resulting in a rapid loss of engine oil.
Show all 4 recalls
- transmission & drivetrain 2017
The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Dodge told dealers about
Dodge sent dealers 222 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Electric Power Steering Gear For LA, LD and LX Models ONLY; Before this part is replaced for:…
- Electric Power Steering Gear If any of the following DTCs exist, it is okay to replace the…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenDesiccated air bag inflator rupture2021
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Charger 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Dodge Charger 4 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Dodge Charger SRT 4 DR RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2800–5000 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
The uconnect touchscreen radio has been reported online bubbling and messing up a common issue in Dodge and I am being told this is my problem to fix when this is a known issue I don't agree this needs to be taken care of.
2017 Dodge Charger owner · NHTSA complaint 11355234
More owner reports
Electronic throttle control appears to be sending error codes to a hum. The car is not getting enough fuel to accelerate on the highway.
NHTSA complaint 11372669
All four door panels on my 2017 Dodge Charger are lifted from the door. This began to occur approximately 2 months ago. I believe that this issue happened when the car is parked outside.
NHTSA complaint 11372832
Quick answers
Is the 2017 Dodge Charger reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.8× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 57; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Dodge Charger year by this measure is 2022.
What are the most common 2017 Dodge Charger problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (30%), body structure (20%) and fuel or ev drive system (9%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2017 Dodge Charger have?
4 safety recalls (latest: electrical). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Dodge Charger get?
16 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2017 Dodge Charger safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2017 Dodge Charger problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 18,600 and 65,000 miles. The middle report was at 38,000 miles, from 61 complaints.
Does the 2017 Dodge Charger have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 7% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2017 Dodge Charger cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $5000 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2017 Dodge Charger have?
3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl.
What Dodge Charger year is better than the 2017?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2022, 2020 and 2021.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works