Dodge Viper Coupe Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 10, 2025 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Dodge Viper Coupe, across 5 model years (2006–2016). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.

Peak: 2006, with 6 complaints
2006: 6200662008: 0200802009: 0200902010: 1201012016: 020160

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Dodge Viper Coupe years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Viper Coupe model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2006 Viper Coupe: 6 complaints, 1 recall
  2. 2010 Viper Coupe: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Dodge Viper Coupe problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Suspension322
Air Bags212
Steering212
Electrical System110
Power Train111
Structure110

All Dodge Viper Coupe model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2016 Viper Coupe02——
2010 Viper Coupe10—Suspension
2009 Viper Coupe00——
2008 Viper Coupe00——
2006 Viper Coupe61—Air Bags

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Frequently asked questions

Which Dodge Viper Coupe years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (6), 2010 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Dodge Viper Coupe?

Suspension, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Dodge Viper Coupe have?

3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.