Dodge Viper Recalls (2013-2016)
The Dodge Viper has been the subject of 4 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA across the 2013 to 2016 model years. They cluster mostly around the air bags, equipment, and structure.
The Dodge Viper scores 83 out of 100 (grade A), one of the cleaner recall records among the vehicles we track. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 75% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 0% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.
Those 4 campaigns span 4 model years of the Dodge Viper. The single largest affected 1,416,903 vehicles, over equipment. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common Viper problems owners report.
The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Dodge Viper may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.
Dodge Viper recalls by model year
Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.
Dodge Viper recalls by affected system
Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.
Recalls by model year
2016 Dodge Viper Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2016 Dodge Viper, involving the air bags.
2014 Dodge Viper Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2014 Dodge Viper, involving the equipment and structure.
Every Dodge Viper recall in detail
Air Bags
- Affected years
- 2016 Dodge Viper
- Vehicles in this recall
- 2
- Reported
- Oct 18, 2016
- Owners notified
- Nov 25, 2016
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016 MY Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured January 6, 2016, to January 8, 2016. A defective vibration weld on the passenger airbag chute may cause the passenger air bag door to detach during the air bag deployment.
Risk: If the air bag door detaches during deployment, there is an increased the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side upper panel assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S77.
NHTSA campaign number 16V750000.
Air Bags
- Affected years
- 2016 Dodge Viper
- Vehicles in this recall
- 14
- Reported
- Oct 13, 2016
- Owners notified
- Nov 17, 2016
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured May 24, 2016, to August 28, 2016. The wires for the driver's frontal air bag may be pinched.
Risk: If the driver's air bag wires are pinched, the air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dodge will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag and clockspring, free of charge. The recall is began on November 17, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number for this recall is S75.
NHTSA campaign number 16V736000.
Equipment
- Affected years
- 2013-2015 Dodge Viper
- Vehicles in this recall
- 1,416,903
- Reported
- Jul 23, 2015
- Owners notified
- Aug 25, 2015
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Risk: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R40.
NHTSA campaign number 15V461000.
Structure
- Affected years
- 2013-2014 Dodge Viper
- Vehicles in this recall
- 1,455
- Reported
- Mar 27, 2015
- Owners notified
- Jul 10, 2015
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured October 1, 2012, to February 6, 2014. Moisture may get into the door switch, resulting in the driver or passenger door opening unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion.
Risk: If the driver or passenger door opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion, there is an increased risk of a crash and injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door handle assemblies and top covers, free of charge. The recall began on July 10, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R14.
NHTSA campaign number 15V178000.
Common questions about Dodge Viper recalls
- Does the Dodge Viper have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA has 4 recall campaigns on record for the Dodge Viper across the 2013 to 2016 model years. The most common areas are the air bags, equipment, and structure.
- How many times has the Dodge Viper been recalled?
- The Dodge Viper has 4 recall campaigns from the 2013 to 2016 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
- What is the most serious Dodge Viper recall?
- The most serious recall on record involves the equipment, affecting 1,416,903 vehicles. Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Which Dodge Viper model year has the most recalls?
- The 2013 Dodge Viper has the most, with 2 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
- How do I check if my Dodge Viper has an open recall?
- Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.