2014 DODGE VIPER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
25
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 DODGE VIPER
The 2014 DODGE VIPER has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC., STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. 25 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (1 complaint), Electrical System (1 complaint), and Engine (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2014 DODGE VIPER
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2014 DODGE VIPER, potentially affecting up to 1,418,358 vehicles.
Recall 15V461000 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
| 1,416,903 vehicles affected
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...
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 15V178000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
| 1,455 vehicles affected
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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 DODGE VIPER
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 DODGE VIPER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
my drivers door will come open with out touching the door handle, there was a recall on this in 2015, r-14/nhtsa15-178 but because my build date was after February Chrysler did not send me a recall on it will not fix it. this is not safe and they need to fix the problem and let the other viper owners know about this before somebody gets killed! Is there anything you can do to help get this fixed it does not cost that much to fix it but they need to let people know about it.
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Viper. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, there was a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was parked and then towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced due to failure of the rod bearing in cylinder #3. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 21,000.
My Viper is displaying the symptoms of your recall 15V-178 (see below) unsafe door release. I called Dodge and they said my vehicle was serviced for this recall in Sept 2015, but cannot produce receipt for the work. The same door lock problems as 15V-178 are now showing up on both of my doors. I would like to know if I have any recourse here? https://chrysler.oemdtc.com/246/safety-recall-r14-nhtsa-15v-178-outside-door-handle-switch-2013-2014-dodge-viper
Safety Rating for the 2014 DODGE VIPER
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 DODGE VIPER in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 DODGE VIPER
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 25 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 DODGE VIPER. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
NotificationR28R — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer Satisfaction Notification R28/R29 Engine Oil Contamination and Consumption
53010704A — EQUIPMENT
On vipers not equipped with the ACR package, during track use with high cornering forces the axle vent on the cover can leak axle fluid.
R28_R29 — EQUIPMENT
Enginer Oil Contamination and Consumption
R28_R29 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Enginer Oil Contamination and Consumption
08-103-15 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
RG3 RG4 RJ3 RJ4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and updating the radio software, if required. ? Duplicate song titles may be displayed in USB mode. ? Last track is displayed but next track is being played. ? SD, USB or BTSA modes may become non-functional for a given...
08-103-15 — SEATS
RG3 RG4 RJ3 RJ4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and updating the radio software, if required. ? Duplicate song titles may be displayed in USB mode. ? Last track is displayed but next track is being played. ? SD, USB or BTSA modes may become non-functional for a given...
08-103-15 — WHEELS
RG3 RG4 RJ3 RJ4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and updating the radio software, if required. ? Duplicate song titles may be displayed in USB mode. ? Last track is displayed but next track is being played. ? SD, USB or BTSA modes may become non-functional for a given...
08-072-15 — EQUIPMENT
RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and updating the radio software, if required. A customer may experience, one or more of the following conditions. ? Improved Radio security protection to reduce the potential risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to vehicle systems (U.S. Market Only). ? Track names...
08-090-14 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
08-090-14 — EQUIPMENT
Road Noise Inside The Vehicle Cabin This bulletin involves installing inboard subwoofer speaker covers. The inboard 6 in. X 9 in. subwoofer speakers are missing covers which may contribute to addition road noise inside the cabin. The speaker cover also helps protect the speakers from environmental elements.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 DODGE VIPER
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the DODGE VIPER
- 2013 DODGE VIPER — 7 complaints
- 2014 DODGE VIPER (current)
- 2015 DODGE VIPER — 5 complaints
- 2016 DODGE VIPER — 0 complaints
- 2017 DODGE VIPER — 0 complaints
Other DODGE Models
- DODGE DURANGO — 19,139 total complaints
- DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 18,729 total complaints
- DODGE RAM 1500 — 15,420 total complaints
- DODGE CARAVAN — 14,266 total complaints
- DODGE DAKOTA — 9,227 total complaints
- DODGE CHARGER — 8,114 total complaints
- DODGE RAM 2500 — 8,092 total complaints
- DODGE INTREPID — 8,078 total complaints