Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2017 Dodge Challenger
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Dodge Challenger has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 49 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #18V332000 Cruise Control cannot be Cancelled NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V496000 Oil leak Due to Engine Oil Cooler Hose Separation NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #17V431000 Transmission may not Remain in Park NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 16 complaints
- Unknown or Other 16 complaints
- Suspension 6 complaints
- Engine 5 complaints
- Power Train 5 complaints
- Steering 5 complaints
Of the 49 complaints on file, 7 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 49 complaints, owners report 6 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $9,000–$16,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2017 Dodge Challenger exhibits below-average reliability. Recalls related to the engine, transmission, and electrical systems impact major performance aspects, and owner complaints reflect ongoing electrical and powertrain issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 40,000–70,000 miles | $300–$800 | very common |
| engine oil cooler | 20,000–50,000 miles | $150–$400 | common |
| transmission module | 50,000–80,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil change every 5,000 miles
- Brake inspection annually
- Transmission fluid change at 60,000 miles
- Spark plug replacement at 100,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 60,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual engine noises
- Frequent electrical issues
- Transmission slipping or grinding
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Dodge Challenger at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.