2017 Dodge Charger vs 2017 Kia Cadenza
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Dodge Charger | 2017 Kia Cadenza |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 127 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 222 | 72 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 38,107 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Charger | Kia Cadenza |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 48 | 6 |
| Engine | 18 | 10 |
| Structure | 20 | 0 |
| Power Train | 17 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 5 |
| Steering | 8 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2017 Dodge Charger
2017 Kia Cadenza
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.