Does the 2003 Dodge Viper have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2003 Dodge Viper, the most recent reported on January 28, 2015 (Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Dodge Viper?

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (2 complaints), followed by power train (1).

How many 2003 Dodge Viper complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2003 Dodge Viper recalls and problems

4 recalls and 5 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Dodge Viper.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2003 Dodge Viper recalls

Air bags: frontal

NHTSA campaign 15V046000 · reported January 28, 2015 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 752,644 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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 pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.
The risk: Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
The 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 Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R06.

Air bags

NHTSA campaign 13V040000 · reported February 6, 2013 · Chrysler Group LLC · 3,644 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Inadvertent deployment of the airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners could increase the risk of personal injury and the possibility of a crash.
The 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.

Exterior lighting: headlights, switch

NHTSA campaign 03V388000 · reported October 10, 2003 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 1,739 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the multifunction switch park lamp contacts may corrode.
The risk: This corrosion could cause the park lamps, head lamps and/or instrument panel lamps to flicker or become inoperative. This could affect driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reflash the software in the body control module. Owner notification began on december 1, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 03V292000 · reported August 12, 2003 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 69 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump wiring may become chafed by an underbody heat shield.
The risk: This could cause the fuel pump fuse to open, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install a protective wrap on the fuel pump wiring harness and cover the edge of the heat shield. Owner notification began september 9, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags2
Power train1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Steering1
Suspension1
Vehicle speed control1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 26, 2017 · Power train · 505,461 miles
PLASTIC BUSHING ON CLUTCH LEVER WEARS OUT AND DISENGAGES FROM PEDAL WHILE DRIVING. CAUSING INABILITY TO SHIFT GEARS. VERY DANGEROUS IN TRAFFIC.

Mar 3, 2016 · 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…

Jul 25, 2013 · Air bags
2003 DODGE VIPER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIR BAG SYSTEM OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROL MODE RECALL NOTICE. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL, AND THERE WAS NO ESTIMATED TIME OF ARRIVAL.

Jul 5, 2013 · Steering · 300 miles · crash reported
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…

May 10, 2004 · 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.

Viper model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2000	3	4	0
2001	2	1	0
2002	0	1	0
2003	4	5	1
2004	2	8	0
2005	1	7	4
2006	1	1	0

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Questions

Does the 2003 Dodge Viper have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2003 Dodge Viper, the most recent reported on January 28, 2015 (Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Dodge Viper?: Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (2 complaints), followed by power train (1).
How many 2003 Dodge Viper complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 26, 2017.