2017 Dodge Charger
The 2017 Dodge Charger is a full-size car, rated at 23 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 23
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $34,000
- Recalls
- 4
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Dodge |
|---|---|
| Model | Charger |
| Model year | 2017 |
| Vehicle class | Full-size Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 3.6 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 19 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 30 |
| Combined MPG | 23 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 389 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2700 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Charger | 23 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Charger | 19 MPG combined |
| Charger | 18 MPG combined |
| Charger | 23 MPG combined |
| Charger AWD | 21 MPG combined |
| Charger AWD | 21 MPG combined |
| Charger SRT | 16 MPG combined |
| Charger SRT | 18 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 19 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 27% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $30,600
- Total interest
- $5,323
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (4)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING18V332000 · 2018-05-17
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.
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.
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT18V281000 · 2018-05-01
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.
- POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT17V097000 · 2017-02-14
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE17V496000 · 2017-08-08
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles equipped with Hellcat engines. The engine oil cooler (EOC) hoses may fail resulting in a rapid loss of engine oil.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EOC lines, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T48.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2017 Dodge Charger?
The 2017 Dodge Charger is EPA-rated at 23 MPG combined (19 city / 30 highway).
Is the 2017 Dodge Charger reliable?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Dodge Charger. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2017 Dodge Charger?
The 2017 Dodge Charger earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2017 Dodge Charger?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2017 Dodge Charger costs roughly $1,748 per year to fuel, or about $8,739 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2017 Dodge Charger?
The 2017 Dodge Charger is classified as a full-size car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC