2003 Dodge Viper problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Air Bags (2) · Vehicle Speed Control (1) · Suspension (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Air Bags:frontal 2015-01-28 · campaign 15V046000 · 752,644 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, to March 28, 2003, 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, to May 23 2003, and 2003-2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured November 1, 2001, to June 30, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ECM), a component in the ECM may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensi
Risk: Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Chrysler dealers will replace the air bag control module and side impact sensors as required, free of charge. This recall remedy was applied during earlier recall campaigns of these vehicles under safety recalls 12V527 and 13V040. All owners that have not had the recall repair performed under safety recalls 12V527 or 13V040 are strongly encouraged to have it performed and not wait for the final remedy to be deployed to the field. The recall began on December 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrys
Air Bags 2013-02-06 · campaign 13V040000 · 3,644 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2001, through June 30, 2004. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.
Risk: Inadvertent deployment of the airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners could increase the risk of personal injury and the possibility of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. An interim notification iwas sent to owners on March 18, 2013. The recall began on March 26, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Service bulletins (34)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Seats 2024-12-18 · 102290 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
module kit - occupant restraint
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
Equipment 2020-04-22 · 08-049-20 · 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.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100519 · 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.
Showing the 6 most recent of 34 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2017-06-26 · Power Train · 505,461 mi“plastic bushing on clutch lever wears out and disengages from pedal while driving. causing inability to shift gears. very dangerous in traffic.…”
2016-03-03 · Air Bags“tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge viper. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v046000 (air bags) and 13v040000 (air bags) however, the parts needed to perform the repair were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was notified of th…”
2013-07-25 · Air Bags“2003 dodge viper. consumer writes in regards to air bag system occupant restraint control mode recall notice. *smd the dealer informed the consumer, the parts were not available to perform the recall, and there was no estimated time of arrival.…”
2013-07-05 · Suspension · 300 mi · 💥 crash“tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge viper. the contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, a grinding sound was coming from the rear of the vehicle. in addition, the steering wheel would not turn. the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a building. the police reported to the scene and a report was filed. the contact was u…”
2004-05-10 · Vehicle Speed Control“intermittently, while driving at very low speed and applying the brakes, the pedal went down to the floor. also without pressing the accelerator, the vehicle surge. the dealership inspected the several times and has not been unable to duplicate the problem. *jb…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.