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2003 Dodge Viper

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2003 Dodge Viper
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:03:04.382Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Viper Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 5 complaints 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 8 complaints 1997: 3 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 4 complaints 2001: 1 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaints 2003: 5 complaints 2003 2004: 8 complaints 2004 2005: 7 complaints 2006: 1 complaints 2013: 4 complaints 2013 2014: 4 complaints 2015: 3 complaints 2016: 0 complaints 2016
2003: 5 complaints
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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.

AIR BAGS

2 of 5 total reports mention: air bags.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130725

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040510

SUSPENSION

1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH INJURY
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130705

STEERING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130705

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040510

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20030909 — fuel system, gasoline

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP WIRING MAY BECOME CHAFED BY AN UNDERBODY HEAT SHIELD.

Remedy: 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

Campaign 03V292000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20031201 — exterior lighting

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH PARK LAMP CONTACTS MAY CORRODE.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 03V388000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20130426 — PE (closed 20131211)

Rear suspension knuckle fracture

R 20140326 — air bags

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 f

Remedy: 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 conta

Campaign 13V040000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20151229 — air bags

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...

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 15V046000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Dodge Viper — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 03V292000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V388000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 13V040000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15V046000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Dodge Viper?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Dodge Viper have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.