How common are electrical problems on the 2017 Dodge Challenger?

NHTSA shows 16 electrical system complaints for the 2017 Challenger, which is 33% of the 49 total complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do 2017 Challenger electrical problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 39,250 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Dodge Challenger's electrical system?

Yes, recall campaign 18V332000, reported May 17, 2018, covers a software flash affecting the electrical system, though it primarily lists other FCA models like the Journey, Charger, and Durango.

Do the 2017 Challenger's electrical issues involve crashes or fires?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2017 Challenger lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.

Is the 2017 Challenger better or worse than other years for electrical complaints?

Its 33% share is lower than years like 2012 (55%), 2013 (59%), and 2011 (53%), but higher than 2016 (23%) and 2021 (21%).

2017 Dodge Challenger Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 16 electrical system complaints for the 2017 Dodge Challenger, 33% of all complaints filed for the year, at a median 39,250 miles. A related recall (18V332000) covers a software flash tied to the electrical system, though it targets other FCA models more directly.

Electrical System complaints: 16; 33% of 49
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 39,250 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Uconnect touchscreen delaminates, bubbles, or cracks, causing the touch controls to stop responding correctly.
Radio and climate settings change on their own, with heated seats, steering wheel heat, and station presets switching without driver input.
Backup camera stays active after the vehicle is shifted into drive, or shows a blurry, overly bright picture at night.
Vehicle loses power completely while driving on the highway, requiring the driver to restart it with the push-start button.
Radio and infotainment units fail outright and get replaced multiple times within a short mileage span.
Driver-side power window drops slightly on its own while the car is off, sometimes draining the battery.

When 2017 Dodge Challenger electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 11, 2019, latest Sep 25, 2025.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2019 to Sep 2025; peak Sep 2020 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2017 Dodge Challenger

NHTSA 18V332000May 17, 2018Electrical System4,815,661 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
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.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

Electrical System complaints by Challenger model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201068 (23%)
2011103 (53%)
2012139 (55%)
2013106 (59%)
201465 (44%)
201531 (25%)
201618 (23%)
201716 (33%)
201831 (41%)
201919 (32%)
20208 (40%)
20214 (21%)
20221 (11%)
20236 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2017 Dodge Challenger?: NHTSA shows 16 electrical system complaints for the 2017 Challenger, which is 33% of the 49 total complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do 2017 Challenger electrical problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 39,250 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Dodge Challenger's electrical system?: Yes, recall campaign 18V332000, reported May 17, 2018, covers a software flash affecting the electrical system, though it primarily lists other FCA models like the Journey, Charger, and Durango.
Do the 2017 Challenger's electrical issues involve crashes or fires?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2017 Challenger lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
Is the 2017 Challenger better or worse than other years for electrical complaints?: Its 33% share is lower than years like 2012 (55%), 2013 (59%), and 2011 (53%), but higher than 2016 (23%) and 2021 (21%).