2017 Dodge Charger
Common Problems
Ranked from 47 federal NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
10 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
UConnect Screen Delaminating and Malfunctioning
16complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe UConnect screen delaminates and malfunctions, causing it to press buttons, dial 911, and change settings autonomously.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 18V332000
- 2
Door Panels Separating from Doors
8complaintsMedium severityOtherInterior door panels are separating from the door frames, exposing the locking mechanisms and potentially allowing foreign objects to enter.
- 3
Engine Timing Issues
7complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine timing is off, leading to rough idling and potential misfires, often requiring repairs.
Related recall: 17V496000
- 4
Drive Shaft Issues
5complaintsMedium severityTransmissionDrive shafts make clunking sounds and require replacement, indicating potential safety risks during driving.
- 5
Steering wheel locking up during driving
5complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering wheel locks up while driving, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Suspension and Steering Issues
4complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSuspension and steering systems exhibit shaking and instability issues, particularly at higher speeds or when braking.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Door Panels Detaching
3complaintsMedium severityOtherDoor panels detach from the vehicle, creating a pinch hazard and potential damage during an airbag deployment.
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Air Bag System Issues
2complaintsLow severityElectricalAir bag systems may malfunction due to seatbelt pretensioner failures, posing a minor safety risk.
Related recall: 18V332000
- 9
Defective UConnect infotainment system causing weather alerts
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe UConnect system displays weather alerts for distant areas, distracting the driver and blocking other functions.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 18V332000
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Severe weather alerts appearing on infotainment screen despite being far away
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalErrant severe weather alerts block the entire screen, requiring the driver to take their eyes off the road.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 18V332000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.