2003 Dodge Viper Roadster Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 11, 2013 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Viper Roadster years
Not enough data 3rd of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Dodge Viper Roadster. That ranks 3rd out of 7 Viper Roadster model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 30,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2003 Dodge Viper Roadster problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Visibility1 · ~30,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Visibility1100%30,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2003 Dodge Viper Roadster recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Dodge Viper Roadster.

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NHTSA defect investigations

  • Rear suspension knuckle fracture (PE13010) — opened Apr 26, 2013, closed Dec 11, 2013.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

It is known fact that all dodge vipers built between 2003-2010 have power window regulators that fail on a regular basis. The plastic tubing breaks and the windows will no longer move. This is a serious safety concern on multiple fronts where a need could arise to escape the car through the window…

Visibility · received Nov 16, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10484956

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Dodge Viper Roadster?

Owners most often report visibility problems. The top one, visibility, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Dodge Viper Roadster?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 Dodge Viper Roadster a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Viper Roadster model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.