2017 Dodge Challenger Power Train Recall: Risk of Rolling Vehicle
Chrysler recalls certain 2017 Dodge Challengers with 5.7L V8 engines and eight-speed automatic transmissions due to potential rolling if exited without parking brake and transmission in PARK.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the vehicle is exited without the transmission remaining in the PARK position and without the parking brake set, the vehicle may roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Chrysler is recalling specific 2017 Dodge Challengers that may roll if exited without the transmission in PARK and parking brake engaged. This could lead to crashes if the vehicle rolls away. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225712-2017-dodge-challenger-power-train-recall-risk-of-rolling-vehicle.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225712-2017-dodge-challenger-power-train-recall-risk-of-rolling-vehicle · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V431000
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“2017 Dodge Challenger Power Train Recall: Risk of Rolling Vehicle.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225712-2017-dodge-challenger-power-train-recall-risk-of-rolling-vehicle. Based on NHTSA recall #17V431000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V431000).
Why it’s dangerous
The vehicle may roll away if the driver exits without the transmission remaining in PARK and parking brake engaged while the engine is still running. This rolling could cause a crash if the vehicle moves unexpectedly.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 Dodge Challengers with 5.7L V8 engines and eight-speed automatic transmissions are affected. Drivers who exit the vehicle without ensuring the transmission is in PARK and parking brake is set are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2017 Dodge Challengers with 5.7L V8 engines and eight-speed automatic transmissions. The recall started on 28, 2017, and was issued by Chrysler.
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What to do — step by step
Update Transmission Software
Chrysler will update the transmission control module software for free at dealerships.
Contact Chrysler Customer Service
Call 1-800-853-1403 to get notified about the recall and schedule the software update.
What NHTSA says to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission control module software, free of charge. The recall began 28, 2017. Owners may the Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T41.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V431000 (July 7, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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