2005 Dodge Viper Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Viper years
- Not enough data 3rd of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Dodge Viper. That ranks 3rd out of 15 Viper model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (4 complaints, 57%), typically at around 17,000 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 7owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 | 57% | 17,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 29% | 21,050 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 29% | 29,750 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 14% | 50 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Dodge Viper recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seat belts:pretensioner; air bags
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.
Fix: 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.
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.
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.
I received this recall notice. I live in the San Diego area and have been unable to get this recall satisfactorily completed due to all (3) Dodge dealership service managers refusing to complete the work telling me, "Dash parts/components can and will be broken during the (ORC) recall/repair…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge viper. The contact stated that vinyl cover on the driver's side air bag was sticky. The vehicle was taken to the gettel chrysler dodge dealer located at 2323 tamiami trail, punta gorda, fl 33950, and the issue was referred to the manufacturer who then referred the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge viper. While the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light, the front driver and passenger air bags deployed. The contact's bottom lip was bruised and swollen and his head jolted backwards. Medical attention was not received. The contact received assistance to tuck…
THE LEFT REAR SUSPENSION KNUCKLE BROKE WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH ON A STRAIGHT ROAD , THE CAR WAS THROWN OUT OF CONTROL WHICH CAUSED A MULTIPLE ROLL OVER CRASH TOTALING THE CAR AND INJURING THE DRIVER. THERE IS A GAUGED OUT MARK IN THE PAVEMENT ALONG WITH A TIRE SKID MARK SHOWING THE WHEEL TURNED…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge viper. While traveling at an unknown rate of speed on a straight road, the power steering failed and became tight. While veering to the left, the contact applied force to the steering wheel with the brake pedal applied. When the brake pedal was not applied, the…
Other Dodge Viper years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Viper | 3 | 1 |
| 2014 Viper | 4 | 2 |
| 2013 Viper | 4 | 2 |
| 2006 Viper | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 | 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 Viper | 8 | 2 |
| 1995 Viper | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Dodge Viper?
Owners most often report air bags, steering, suspension problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Dodge Viper?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 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 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.