2006 Dodge Viper recalls and problems

The 2006 Dodge Viper has 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

2006 Dodge Viper
Photo: 2006 Dodge Viper by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
How the 2006 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Lowest complaint count among 10 Viper model years — 10th most.

1recalls
1complaints
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
—median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.
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1 recall

Air Bags

Dec 12, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V885000 · 3,329 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Dodge Viper vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module may inadvertently deploy the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.

Risk: The unexpected deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners increase the risk of injury and a crash.

Remedy & notes

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC module, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE4.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Engine1
Power Train1
Unknown or other1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2006 vs. other Dodge Viper years

2000: 4 complaints20002001: 1 complaints20012002: 1 complaints20022003: 5 complaints20032004: 8 complaints200482005: 7 complaints20052006: 1 complaints20062013: 4 complaints20132014: 4 complaints20142015: 3 complaints20153

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2006. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2006 Dodge Viper have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2006 Dodge Viper, the latest from Dec 12, 2019 (air bags). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Dodge Viper?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (1), power train (1), unknown or other (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.