1996 Dodge Viper Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Viper years
- Not enough data 1st of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Dodge Viper. That is the most of any Viper model year in the database (15 years). The most reported problem area is structure (3 complaints, 38%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 Dodge Viper problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 38% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 25% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 13% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 13% | 41,900 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 Dodge Viper recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:rear
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles used extensively in track type racing events and subjected to aggressive driving conditions could experience cracks at the welds of the rear differential mounting bracket.
Risk: The cracks could eventually lead to metal fatigue and dislodging of the differential mounting bracket from the frame of the vehicle. Separation of the differential mounting bracket could result in loss of vehicle control.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and reinforce the vehicle's frame. Owner notification began may 20, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Steering:rack and pinion:rack
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles used extensively in track type racing events and subjected to aggressive driving conditions could experiencecracking of the steering rack mounting brackets.
Risk: The cracks could eventually lead to separation of the steering rack from the frame of the vehicle. Separation of the steering rack could result in unexpected steering looseness and lag.
Fix: All affected vehicles will have a field repair kit installed, consisting of lower frame rail reinforcement gussets and a reinforcement bracket. Owner notification began may 20, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free information within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 dodge viper. While driving 5 mph, the contact noticed oil leaking from under the vehicle. After inspecting, he noticed that the braided oil lines in front of the vehicle had rubbed together and burst. The dealer stated that they had no parts available for repair for that…
1. No particular event lead to the failure 2. Differential ring gear bolts/nuts became loose causing the bolts/nuts to become lodged between the ring gear and case causing the case to crack. Gear oil leaked from the case. Possible results may be seizure of the differential,sudden stoppage, and loss…
Dt*: the contact stated while turning into a driveway the vehicle lost steering. There was no crash but the bottom of the vehicle drug the ground. The dealer and manufacturer have been alerted and agree the vehicle is included in nhtsa recall, # 01v313000 concerning steering: rack and pinion. The…
Work hasn't been done recall #998 to replace frame of the steering column. The dealer name is hopkins dodge service ,manager [xxx], [xxx]. No one has contacted him on his repair in 24 days . Dealer is aware of the problem, parts are available, work hasn't been done as of yet.*ak information…
The consumer received recall #998 on the vehicle and has been unsuccessful in finding a dealer to repair. *scc *nlm
Other Dodge Viper years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Viper | 3 | 1 |
| 2014 Viper | 4 | 2 |
| 2013 Viper | 4 | 2 |
| 2006 Viper | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 Viper | 7 | 1 |
| 2004 Viper | 8 | 2 |
| 2003 Viper | 5 | 4 |
| 2002 Viper | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 Viper | 1 | 2 |
| 2000 Viper | 4 | 3 |
| 1999 Viper | 2 | 3 |
| 1998 Viper | 3 | 3 |
| 1997 Viper | 3 | 3 |
| 1996 | 8 | 2 |
| 1995 Viper | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Dodge Viper?
Owners most often report structure, steering, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Dodge Viper?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1996 Dodge Viper a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Viper model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.