2017 Dodge Charger Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 20about this part
- Share
- 16%of 128 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 36,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the body and structure of the 2017 Dodge Charger, 16% of the 128 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 36,500 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“All four door panels on my 2017 Dodge Charger are lifted from the door. This began to occur approximately 2 months ago. I believe that this issue happened when the car is parked outside.”
NHTSA complaint #11372832, filed 2020-11, 34,000 miles“Interior passenger door separating door panel. Showing the locking mechanism and inside door parts. 2017 Charger. Car is only 3 years old. Have read many people have the same problem. Door panel separates where it meets the glass window.$1000 to fix according to Dodge . Really ?? Vehicle was parked.”
NHTSA complaint #11329133, filed 2020-06, 50,000 miles“There is a defect in the fabrication in all the hoods of the Dodge chargers that causes the hood latch pin to corrode. My Charger is brand new and has corrosion on the hood. This is a widespread problem. Let unchecked, this could cause accidents if the hood corrodes enough to where the latch pin become detached from the hood while driving.”
NHTSA complaint #11051461, filed 2017-11, 1,600 miles“The driver and passenger interior door panels are warping near the window seal. The interior of the door assembly is exposed which will likely cause additional problems. A simple search on the internet reveals that this is a very common problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11351127, filed 2020-08, 57,560 miles“That the interior door panels had separated from the door frame causing the locking mechanisms to malfunction and the doors would not remain secured. The failure was present on the drive and passenger front door at this time. I have had this car for 5 years and it started the 2nd year that I have owned it. It is getting worse.”
NHTSA complaint #11603635, filed 2024-07Related service bulletins
- 10247995Feb 3, 2023Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing…
- 10234468Feb 3, 2023Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing…
- 10229810Dec 15, 2022Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing…
- 10229572Aug 19, 2022Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding…
- 10225424Aug 19, 2022Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding…
- 10225287Aug 19, 2022Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding…
- 10215847Jan 5, 2021Rattle Noise From Rear Package Shelf
- 10223987Oct 27, 2020Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishingthe suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door…
- 10183098Oct 27, 2020Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishingthe suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door…
- 10175743Apr 30, 2020Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 3% |
| 2020 | 2 | 3% |
| 2019 | 7 | 6% |
| 2018 | 19 | 16% |
| 2017 | 20 | 16% |
| 2016 | 53 | 29% |
| 2015 | 4 | 3% |
| 2014 | 16 | 5% |
| 2013 | 10 | 3% |
| 2012 | 11 | 2% |
| 2011 | 12 | 2% |
| 2010 | 9 | 4% |
| 2009 | 4 | 2% |
| 2008 | 9 | 1% |
| 2007 | 3 | 1% |
| 2006 | 7 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2017 Dodge Charger
48 complaintsOther or unknown
31 complaintsEngine
18 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Dodge Charger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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