Dodge Viper complaints by model year
78 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2005 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2003 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2000 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 1999 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 1998 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 1997 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 1996 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1995 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2002–2015. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2008 | 2010 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 0 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Suspension | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Dodge Viper recalls (15)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Viper model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19V885000 | Dec 12, 2019 | Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment | 2005, 2006 | 26.7% |
| 16V750000 | Oct 18, 2016 | Passenger Air Bag Door May Detach | 2016 | 100% |
| 16V736000 | Oct 13, 2016 | Improper Driver Air Bag Wire Routing | 2016 | 85.7% |
| 15V461000 | Jul 23, 2015 | Radio Software Security Vulnerabilities | 2013, 2014, 2015 | 98.8% |
| 15V222000 | Apr 15, 2015 | Broken Clutch Ignition Interlock Spring | 2006 | 28.4% |
| 15V178000 | Mar 27, 2015 | Door may Open While Driving | 2013, 2014 | 72.5% |
| 15V046000 | Jan 28, 2015 | Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment | 2003, 2004 | 17.6% |
| 13V040000 | Feb 6, 2013 | Inadvertent Airbag Deployment | 2003, 2004 | 25.5% |
| 03V388000 | Oct 10, 2003 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER/MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH PARK LAMP | 2003 | — |
| 03V292000 | Aug 12, 2003 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER/FUEL PUMP WIRING CHAFFING | 2003 | — |
| 01V312000 | Oct 4, 2001 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER/REAR DIFFERENTIAL MOUNTING BRACKET | 1996–1999 | — |
| 01V313000 | Oct 4, 2001 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER/STEERING RACK MOUNTING BRACKET | 1996–2000 | — |
| 01V120000 | Apr 11, 2001 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER/SEAT BELT HARNESS | 1998–2001 | — |
| 00V366000 | Nov 9, 2000 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER/FMVSS 225/CHILD SEAT ANCHOR | 2000, 2001 | — |
| 97V080000 | May 16, 1997 | CHRYSLER/AIR BAG | 1997 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Dodge Viper FAQ
How many recalls has the Dodge Viper had?
NHTSA lists 15 recall campaigns that cover at least one Dodge Viper model year from 1993 to 2015. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Dodge Viper year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2006 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (9) and the 2001 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Dodge Viper problems?
Across the 2002–2015 model years, owners most often name the air bags, electrical system, suspension in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Dodge Viper get?
EPA rates the 2016 Dodge Viper at 15 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.