How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Dodge Charger?

NHTSA lists 50 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Charger, which is 39% of the 128 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2017 Dodge Charger?

Yes. Recall 18V332000, reported May 17, 2018, covers a software flash to the engine or powertrain control module on 2014-2018 Chargers and related FCA vehicles.

At what mileage do electrical problems usually show up on the 2017 Charger?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Charger is 38,000 miles.

Did the 2017 Dodge Charger's electrical issues cause any fires or crashes?

NHTSA data shows 2 fire reports and 2 crash reports tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Charger, with no reported injuries.

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

Its 39% share of complaints tied to the Electrical System is higher than 2015 (21%), 2016 (16%), and 2019 (23%), but close to 2018 (39%) and far below 2011 (69%).

2017 Dodge Charger Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 50 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Dodge Charger, 39% of its 128 total complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 38,000. A related recall (18V332000) covers a powertrain control module software flash on this generation.

Electrical System complaints: 50; 39% of 128
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 38,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report the Uconnect touchscreen developing a bubble under the display that expands over time and can cause the screen to register phantom touches or swap sources on its own.
Some describe the body control module failing outright, leaving the car unable to start and requiring a backordered replacement part.
Several report the instrument cluster and multiple modules going offline together, triggering brake, check engine, and lane sense warnings that required dealer reprogramming.
Owners describe an electrical fire originating in the center console armrest, with melted wiring and a melted overhead light near the front console.
One owner reported the power steering module failing while driving, causing the steering wheel to lock and a power steering warning to appear.
A few describe the rear window's defrost heating element causing the glass to crack or shatter while the car sat parked and unused.

When 2017 Dodge Charger electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 22, 2017, latest Nov 3, 2025.

50 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2017 to Nov 2025; peak Apr 2021 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2017 Dodge Charger

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 Charger model year

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

201074 (32%)
2011481 (69%)
2012391 (60%)
2013169 (47%)
2014115 (34%)
201529 (21%)
201630 (16%)
201750 (39%)
201847 (39%)
201928 (23%)
20208 (14%)
20213 (9%)
20225 (31%)
202310 (38%)
20241 (100%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Dodge Charger?: NHTSA lists 50 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Charger, which is 39% of the 128 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2017 Dodge Charger?: Yes. Recall 18V332000, reported May 17, 2018, covers a software flash to the engine or powertrain control module on 2014-2018 Chargers and related FCA vehicles.
At what mileage do electrical problems usually show up on the 2017 Charger?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Charger is 38,000 miles.
Did the 2017 Dodge Charger's electrical issues cause any fires or crashes?: NHTSA data shows 2 fire reports and 2 crash reports tied to Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Charger, with no reported injuries.
Is the 2017 Charger better or worse than other years for electrical complaints?: Its 39% share of complaints tied to the Electrical System is higher than 2015 (21%), 2016 (16%), and 2019 (23%), but close to 2018 (39%) and far below 2011 (69%).