Defect Summary: 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 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
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The 2017 Dodge Challenger is associated with 49 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 3 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.
The most frequently reported component area is Electrical System, accounting for 8 reports (16% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 10 certified vehicle configurations spanning 3.6l 6-cyl, 5.7l 8-cyl, 6.4l 8-cyl, and 6.2l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 16 to 23 MPG combined.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 49 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 3 official campaigns
- • Primary Defect Domain: Electrical System (8 / 16%)
- • Field Incident Signals: 7 crash / 2 fire / 5 injury reports
- • NCAP Crash Safety: 5 / 5 Stars Overall Laboratory Score
- • EPA Certified Range: 16–23 MPG across 10 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2017 Dodge Challenger?
Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger | 3.6L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 19 MPG | 30 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $2,650 / yr |
| Challenger GT | 3.6L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 18 MPG | 27 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Challenger | 5.7L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 16 MPG | 25 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $3,700 / yr |
| Challenger | 6.4L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 15 MPG | 25 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $4,200 / yr |
| Challenger | 5.7L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 15 MPG | 23 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $4,200 / yr |
| Challenger SRT | 6.4L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 15 MPG | 25 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $4,200 / yr |
| Challenger | 6.4L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 14 MPG | 23 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,450 / yr |
| Challenger SRT | 6.4L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 14 MPG | 23 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,450 / yr |
| Challenger SRT | 6.2L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 13 MPG | 22 MPG | 16 MPG | — | $4,750 / yr |
| Challenger SRT | 6.2L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 13 MPG | 21 MPG | 16 MPG | — | $4,750 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2017 Dodge Challenger?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 DR AWD | 11.1% | ||||
| 2 DR RWD | 11.1% |
Optional and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2017 Dodge Challenger models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2017 Dodge Challenger?
Summary of 49 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2017 Dodge Challenger problems & component breakdown (23 categories) →Are there open safety recalls on the 2017 Dodge Challenger?
Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
Defect Summary: 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.
Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 5.7L V8 engines and eight-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission may not remain in the PARK position if that gear is selected, the engine is still running, and the driver exits the vehicle exited.
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2017 Dodge Challenger
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2017 Dodge Challenger
How many safety recalls does the 2017 Dodge Challenger have?
The 2017 Dodge Challenger is associated with 3 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.
If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2017 Dodge Challenger?
NHTSA records list 49 consumer defect complaints for the 2017 Dodge Challenger. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is Electrical System, appearing in 8 filings (16% of submissions).
Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2017 Dodge Challenger?
Under the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2017 Dodge Challenger earned an Overall Safety Rating of 5 out of 5 stars across 2 tested configuration(s).
Laboratory evaluations include a 35 mph frontal barrier crash, side barrier and pole impact tests, and static rollover resistance assessments.
What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2017 Dodge Challenger get?
Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2017 Dodge Challenger range from 16 to 23 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.
Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.
The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
- NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
- U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.
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