1994 Dodge Viper

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1994 Dodge Viper
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:46.262Z

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
5

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1993: 2 complaints 1994: 5 complaints 1994 5 1995: 3 complaints 1996: 8 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2001: 1 complaint 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 5 complaints 2004: 8 complaints 2005: 7 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaint 2013: 4 complaints 2014: 4 complaints 2014 2015: 3 complaints 2016: 0 complaints
1993: 2 complaints 1994: 5 complaints 1994 5 1995: 3 complaints 1996: 8 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2003: 5 complaints 2003 2004: 8 complaints 2005: 7 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaint 2013: 4 complaints 2013 2014: 4 complaints 2015: 3 complaints 2015 2016: 0 complaints
1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1994 5 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1996 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 5 complaints 2003 2004: 8 complaints 2004 2005: 7 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaint 2006 2013: 4 complaints 2013 2014: 4 complaints 2014 2015: 3 complaints 2015 2016: 0 complaints 2016

1994: 5 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19920
19932
19945
19953
19968
19973
19983
19992
20004
20011
20021
20035
20048
20057
20061
20134
20144
20153
20160

Known problem areas

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Structure

4 of 5 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing roof and pillars and body.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving canvas roof blew off. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-12-11

The removable roof will detach from vehicle when driving above 65 MPH. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-24

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

INJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Consumer was getting out of the car and the exhaust pipe outside burned consumer skin on the leg.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-07-10

Safety timeline

1 recall · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1995-10-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-02-29 Canvas soft-top fly-off
  2. I
    1996-02-29Engineering analysisClosed 1997-04-08 Canvas soft-top fly-off
  3. I
    2003-05-07Defect petitionClosed 2003-07-22 Steering column separation
  4. R
    2006-03-20Service brakes, hydraulic06E022000 Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain Ford, daimlerchrysler, and Jeep passenger vehicles. These brake cylinders were sold under the…

    Remedy: Affinia (Brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2006. Owners can contact affina group customer service at…

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Dodge Viper — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E022000 · Service brakes, hydraulic

FAQ

Is the 1994 Dodge Viper reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Dodge Viper?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Dodge Viper have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.