2016 DODGE VIPER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
19
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 DODGE VIPER
The 2016 DODGE VIPER has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL. 19 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) for this model year.
Recalls for the 2016 DODGE VIPER
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2016 DODGE VIPER, potentially affecting up to 16 vehicles.
Recall 16V750000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 2 vehicles affected
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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Recall 16V736000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
| 14 vehicles affected
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.
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 DODGE VIPER
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 DODGE VIPER.
Safety Rating for the 2016 DODGE VIPER
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 DODGE VIPER in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 DODGE VIPER
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) has issued 19 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 DODGE VIPER. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
23-026-19 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The liftgate glass may break if the rear defogger Electric Backlight (EBL), has been turned on. This is caused from carbon fiber trim contacting the EBL grid.
23-052-17 — VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Liftgate Glass May Break This bulletin involves installing tape to the liftgate glass. Customers may experience the liftgate glass may break if the rear defogger - Electric Backlight (EBL) has been turned on. This is caused from the carbon fiber contacting the EBL grid.
23-052-17 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Liftgate Glass May Break This bulletin involves installing tape to the liftgate glass. Customers may experience the liftgate glass may break if the rear defogger - Electric Backlight (EBL) has been turned on. This is caused from the carbon fiber contacting the EBL grid.
23-027-17 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Rusty Water Draining From Vehicle This bulletin involves drilling drain holes in the headlamp fastener pocket and replacing two headlamp fasteners. Customers may describe rusty water sometimes drains down one or both sides of the vehicle after driving. This condition is caused by a headlamp fastener rusting.
08-028-17 — EQUIPMENT
RA3 And RA4 Radio Over The Air Software Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air update (FOTA) and provides a service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update. The following improvements are included in this update:...
23-019-16 REV. A — EQUIPMENT
Trunkpan Bolts Loose Causing Clunk When Driving Over Bumps This bulletin involves inspecting and re-tightening the trunkpan bolts in the rear of vehicle. The customer may describe a noise heard from the rear interior of the vehicle when driving at lower speeds over bumps or on a rough road.
23-019-16 REV. A — STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
Trunkpan Bolts Loose Causing Clunk When Driving Over Bumps This bulletin involves inspecting and re-tightening the trunkpan bolts in the rear of vehicle. The customer may describe a noise heard from the rear interior of the vehicle when driving at lower speeds over bumps or on a rough road.
23-019-16 REV. A — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Trunkpan Bolts Loose Causing Clunk When Driving Over Bumps This bulletin involves inspecting and re-tightening the trunkpan bolts in the rear of vehicle. The customer may describe a noise heard from the rear interior of the vehicle when driving at lower speeds over bumps or on a rough road.
23-019-16 REV. A — STRUCTURE
Trunkpan Bolts Loose Causing Clunk When Driving Over Bumps This bulletin involves inspecting and re-tightening the trunkpan bolts in the rear of vehicle. The customer may describe a noise heard from the rear interior of the vehicle when driving at lower speeds over bumps or on a rough road.
2301916REVA — STRUCTURE
Trunkpan Bolts Loose Causing Clunk When Driving Over Bumps This bulletin involves inspecting and re-tightening the trunkpan bolts in the rear of vehicle. The customer may describe a noise heard from the rear interior of the vehicle when driving at lower speeds over bumps or on a rough road.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 DODGE VIPER
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
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- 2017 DODGE VIPER — 0 complaints
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