Common Problems with the 2017 Dodge Charger
Electrical System Problems:
“Electrical all lights on dashboard radio all went blank, blacked out as if the vehicle was turned off while driving and fully functioning.”
“My Uconnect radio back up camera does not work 100 percent of the time and the radio dials 911 when the car is on and ghost touching while driving anywhere. I have taking the vehicle to a dodge dealership and they are well aware of the issue and problems that are happening with the Uconnect radio system and are unable to fix safety issue unless item is recalled my wife safety has been placed at risk due to always having to hang up on 911 and take her eyes off the road constantly to do so. Picture uploaded is what causes the safety issue.”
“I have a 2017 Dodge Charger that has an issue with the radio becoming delaminated from the inside of the screen. This is a safety hazard as it turns on and off, calls people from my phone, and will not let me turn the radio off when it happens. I have been driving and this happens and it's a major distraction when your car keeps dialing 911 and will not let you turn it off. I can't stress enough how unsafe this is. It goes against all warnings that display on radio when powered on.”
Powertrain, Transmission Problems:
“I was driving my 2017 dodge charger one day and the light came on service shifter. Then the clutch was making this ticking noise after a couple days he went off. Then one day I got in my car and the car shut off went the lights and windshield wipers come on by it self and the car wouldn’t crank at all. By the way the car cut off in the middle of the road. I goes to Abby Dodge and they charged me 1,038 dollars to fix the shifter. A couple days later the car says to replace shifter again. Then it goes off. Then 8 months later my car does it again. The light comes back on and says service shifter. I had an appointment with Dodge again on August 25 and I took my car there. They claim they replace my shifter. Now my car did want do anything it would crank or anything.”
“My car has been making a loud rattling sound. I had it checked out today and the mechanic is reporting that it's the power train. I see that this is listed a frequent recall problem. My mechanic said that he's seen the same thing. This is going to be over $4000 in repairs that I really believe should be a recall problem if it's fallen under it for other vehicles.”
“The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated at a high speed. The contact shifted into neutral(N) to slow the forward momentum of the vehicle. The vehicle decelerated, stopped, and was towed to the dealer however, no failure was found with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was referred to the NHTSA for assistance. The failure mileage was 50,000.”
Steering Problems:
“The steering on this vehicle randomly becomes hard to steer during driving. This is very dangerous and the problem should not be occurring in these vehicles so soon. It's electrical power steering, so it's not an easy fix and can really cause accidents with the way it comes and goes while driving.”
“vehicle sat idling for approximately 20 minutes and when starting to drive there was no assist to the power steering. Drove approximately 2 miles without power assist and turned off engine for 1 hour, restarted engine and power assist worked. Afraid to drive it and have power assist fail while driving”
Structure Problems:
“The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that three of the interior door panels had separated from the window. The driver’s side door was still intact. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by a dealer. The contact was informed that the failure was due to the sun melting the seams. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not under warranty. The failure mileage was unknown.”
“My car is a 2017 Dodge Charger...Passenger side door panel is warp baddly...Driver minimal...notice it beginning June 2020...Warranty expire before it develop.”
“interior door panel is separating from the door its self where the door and the panel meets at the top where the window is. This was first noticed on the front passenger door about 3 years ago and is now on all of the doors to some extent. This is causing an opening and gap where fingers could get caught or foreign objects could enter the interior of the door causing possible failure or malfunction of either or both of the doors or windows. This was addressed with the dealer who tried to say it was temperature related (as this is in the south west) and not covered under the extended warranty however, I have seen many posts from all over the country where several years and makes of dodge vehicles have similar issues.”
Engine Problems:
“The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the temperature gauge became elevated and the engine overheated. The contact allowed the engine to cool down before adding coolant and then drove to her destination. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,208.”
“I have a 2017 Hellcat Charger, only certain 2017 Hellcat chargers and challengers were recalled for the engine oil cooling hoses failing resulting in a rapid loss of engine oil, my car wasn’t one of the certain vehicles recalled but my car just did the exact same thing other cars were recalled for, but the dealer won’t fix my vehicle because it wasn’t one of the vehicles that were “selected for the recall” at the end of the day I shouldn’t have to come out of pocket to have an issue fixed that was recalled by the manufacturer”
“Engine started running rough, they diagnose this as a failed cylinder head.”
Sources: www.nhtsa.gov, carcomplaints.com
California Lemon Law and How Valero Law Can Assist
The California Lemon Law is designed to protect consumers who find themselves burdened with a vehicle that exhibits persistent and substantial defects. If your 2017 Dodge Charger has been plagued by issues that significantly impair its safety, value, or usability, you may be eligible for relief under this law. Valero Law specializes in helping clients navigate the complexities of the Lemon Law. Our process commences with a thorough evaluation of your specific case to understand your unique circumstances. Following this, our experienced team engages in negotiations with the vehicle manufacturer on your behalf, working to secure a satisfactory resolution. If legal action becomes necessary, we are fully equipped to provide expert representation. Our goal is to guide you through the legal intricacies while concentrating on resolving your vehicle-related concerns, with your satisfaction and peace of mind as our primary concerns.
If you suspect that your 2017 Dodge Charger might meet the Lemon Law criteria, please do not hesitate to contact Valero Law. We are dedicated to assisting you in obtaining the justice you rightfully deserve for your problematic vehicle.