Complaints over time
Complaints about the 1997 Dodge Viper peaked in 2000, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
1997 Dodge Viper
Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from Jun 12, 2000 to Mar 3, 2003.
Recall campaigns covering this model year4144k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints33.0 times the median 1997 vehicle
Severity index0.0Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
67% of complaints about the 1997 Dodge Viper name structure
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
4 recall campaigns cover the 1997 Dodge Viper
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06E-022 | Mar 13, 2006 | Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain ford, daimlerchrysler, and jeep passenger… | Brakes | 7,440 | Part replacement |
| 01V-313 | Oct 4, 2001 | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles used extensively in track type racing events and subjected to aggressive driving conditions could… | Steering | 7,050 | Repair or modification |
| 01V-312 | Oct 4, 2001 | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles used extensively in track type racing events and subjected to aggressive driving conditions could… | Suspension | 4,645 | Inspection |
| 97V-080 | May 16, 1997 | Electrical circuit design allows the potential for an inadvertent air bag deployment upon vehicle ignition shut down | Airbags | 125,000 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 1997 Dodge Viper
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
3 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Mar 3, 2003Failure Mar 3, 2003Marietta, GARecliner
THE DEALER REFUSED TO PERFORM RECALL FOR FRAME WELDING, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT PAY ENOUGH. DEALER AGREED TO MAKE REPAIRS. *JB
NHTSA complaint 10009674 - Filed Dec 18, 2002Overland Park, KSUnderbody shields
NHTSA#14417-01-V-313-000 STEERING RACCK MOUNTING BRACKET. THE CRACKS COULD EVENTUALLY LEAD TO SEPARATION OF THE STEERING RACK FROM THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE: CONSUMER STATES THE FRAME HAS BROKE ON BOTH SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. TS
NHTSA complaint 10001154 - Filed Jun 12, 2000Upper Marlboro, MDFrame and members
WEAK POINT IN REAR TOW LINK MOUNT WHEN BRAKING EXCESSIVELY AND CORNERING CAUSED FRAME TO BREAK. *AK,
NHTSA complaint 863405
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
53 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- 3100519 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. - 3100319 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. - 3100619 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. - R2118796A Feb 26, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. - 08-049-20 Apr 22, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary. - 31-005-19 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. - 31-003-19 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. - 31-006-19 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. - 23-014-15 Apr 23, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for the model year are … - 31-001-16 Mar 4, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Do Not Apply Corrosion Protection On Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) Plastic Panels This bulletin involves discussing SMC plastic panels and applying corrosion protection. - 010103 Jan 1, 2003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH KIT. GPOP - ISSUE REVIEW SYSTEM. *TT - 1801903 May 2, 2003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE SPARK KNOCK USING 91 OCTANE GASOLINE. *TT - 082700 Sep 29, 2000 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT - 083799 Nov 12, 1999 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERINB AIRBAG ON / OFF SWITCHES FOR SELECTED VEHICLES. *TT - 183297 Dec 12, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES DROP IN RPM/PERCIEVED MISFIRE AT 5500 RPM. *NLM - 235997 Nov 28, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CONCERN WITH CORROSION ON/AROUND ROCKER PANEL SCREWS OR ON ROCKER PANEL. *NLM - 235897 Nov 14, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CONCERN WITH RESIN ODOR IN VEHICLE. *NLM - 140897 Nov 21, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INFORMATION ON POOR DRIVABILITY WITH HIGH DI (DRIVABILITY INDEX) FUEL. *NLM - 140297 May 16, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES THE LACK OF PERFORMANCE AT FULL WIDE OPEN THROTTLE. *NLM - 090897 Nov 28, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES OIL PAN SEEPAGE. *NLM - 090597 May 16, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INFORMATION ON LIFTER TYPE NOISE AFTER FLYWHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. *NLM - 0832097 Sep 19, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INFORMATION REGARDING NHTSA AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. *NLM - 070397 May 9, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CONCERNS WITH ENGINE COOLANT USAGE. *NLM - 050997 Nov 21, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CONCERNS WITH BRAKE NOISE, SQUEAL, MOAN, CHATTER FROM FRONT AND/OR REAR. *NLM - 1802002 Jun 24, 2002 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC - 0801001 May 25, 2001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT - 0800600REV Dec 29, 2000 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB - 2300800B Nov 24, 2000 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT - 233599REVA Oct 1, 1999 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS - 230800 Mar 3, 2000 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT - 080600 Feb 25, 2000 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT - 180100 Feb 4, 2000 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING MISDIAGNOSED LEAK DETECTION PUMP SYSTEMS WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1494, P0442 P0455, OR P0456. *TT - 233599 Sep 3, 1999 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT - 181299 Jun 18, 1999 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS BULLETIN EXPLAINS THE OPERATION AND APPLICATION OF THE LEAK DETECTION PUMP (LDP) MONITOR TEST. *TT - 140598 Nov 13, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PROCEDURES ON INSTALLING AN ACCESS PANEL INTO THE TRUCK FOR FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT. *TT - 183298 Sep 25, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT ON FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *YC - 081798 Dec 30, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG ON - OFF SWITCHES. *YC - 250298 Oct 23, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING I/M ( INSPECTION MAINTENANCE ) TESTING - OBD II "CARB" READINESS MONITOR INFORMATION. *YC - 084998 Nov 27, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING ELECTRONIC ENTRY MODULE FAILS TO RESPOND. *YC - 08!798 Jul 31, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DISCUSSION ON AIRBAG ON- OFF SWITCHES FOR SELECTED VEHICLES *AK - 181198 Mar 13, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CONDITION WITH ROUGH OR HIGH ENGINE IDLE AT ALL ENGINE TEMPERATURE. *YC - 081698 Apr 17, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT. *AK - 081798 Apr 17, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG ON-OFF SWITCHES. *AK - 210698 Apr 3, 1998 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A LIGHT CHATTER OR RATTLING NOISE FROM THE CLUTCH HOUSING OR TRANSMISSION AREA WITH THE CLUTCH ENGAGED AND THE TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL. *YC - 970919083297 Sep 19, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. *YC - 050997 Nov 21, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EXPERIENCING SQUEALING, MOANING, AND CHATTERING NOISES FROM THE FRONT AND/OR REAR. *YC - 070397 May 9, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VARIOUS CAR OWNER'S HAVE EXPRESSED INTEREST IN USING ENGINE COOLANTS MADE WITH PROPYLENE GLYCOL INSTEAD OF ETHYLENE GLYCOL. *YC - 081497A Jun 6, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PREMATURE BATTERY FAILURE, VISIBLE ELECTROLYTE ON BATTERY AND/OR CELL CAP LABEL MISSING. *TW - 081497 Apr 4, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PREMATURE BATTERY FAILURE, VISIBLE ELECTROLYTE ON BATTERY AND/OR CELL CAP LABEL MISSING. *TW - 080997 Feb 28, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AIR BAG WARNING LABELS. *TW - 090397 Apr 25, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DIPSTICK AND TUBE SERVICE APPLICATIONS. *TW - 230397 Feb 14, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DIFFICULT TO CLEAN LIGHT COLORED "CHALKY" RESIDUE FROM PLASTIC BODY COMPONENTS THAT ARE MOLDED IN BLACK. *TW - 080197 Feb 3, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
JTEC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR REPAIR PACKAGES. *JD
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.