MYRModel Year Report

2004 Dodge Viper

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2004 Dodge Viper
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:02:33.012Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Viper Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 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 2004: 8 complaints 2004 2005: 7 complaints 2006: 1 complaints 2013: 4 complaints 2013 2014: 4 complaints 2015: 3 complaints 2016: 0 complaints 2016
2004: 8 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 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

3 of 8 total reports mention: air bags.

INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 DODGE VIPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SUSPENSION STARTED TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHILE TRAVELING 10 MPH AND VEERED OFF THE ROADWAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130513

SUSPENSION

2 of 8 total reports mention: suspension.

INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 DODGE VIPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SUSPENSION STARTED TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHILE TRAVELING 10 MPH AND VEERED OFF THE ROADWAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130513

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 DODGE VIPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL THUMPING SOUND.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130516

STRUCTURE

1 of 8 total reports mentions: structure.

INJURY
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2004 DODGE VIPER PUTS OUT EXCESSIVE HEAT IN THE CABIN AREA, CAUSED CONSUMERS WIFE TO BURN HER CALF WHEN EXITING. *TS ***NAR*** THE SIDE PANELS BECAME VERY HOT WHEN THE CONSUMERS WIFE WAS INJURED. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20060418

STEERING

1 of 8 total reports mentions: steering.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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THE BRAKE PEDAL AND CLUTCH PEDAL ON THIS VEHICLE IS RUSTED AND PRESENTS A SAFETY HAZARD SINCE YOUR FOOT EITHER SLIPS OFF OR STICKS TO THE PEDAL DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF SHOE BEING WORN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20041214

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

2004 Dodge Viper — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 13V040000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15V046000 (air bags) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 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 2004 Dodge Viper?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Dodge Viper have?

2 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.