Dodge
Viper
Dodge Viper: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
Licensed photo · Photo creditMakeDodge
ClassTwo-seater
Model years (US)2000–2006, 2008–2010, 2013–2017
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Dodge Viper (VX I)2012–2017
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 2012–2017 2,427 units |
| Model years | 2013–2017 |
| Body styles | 2-door liftback coupé |
| Layout | Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
| Engines | Odd-firing 8.4 L (512 cu in) Viper EWF/EWG V10 |
| Transmissions | 6-speed Tremec TR-6060 manual |
| Wheelbase | 2,512 mm |
| Length | 4,463 mm |
| Width | 1,941 mm |
| Height | 1,247 mm |
| Kerb weight | Base: 1,521 kg Base (with SRT Track Package): 1,495 kg GTS and ACR: 1,556 kg GTS (with SRT Track Package): 1,530 kg |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Assembly | Conner Avenue Assembly, Detroit, Michigan, United States |
| Designer | Scott Krugger (2010) |
Dodge Viper (ZB II)2007–2010
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 2007–2010 2,481 units |
| Model years | 2008–2010 |
| Body styles | 2-door roadster 2-door liftback coupé |
| Engines | Odd firing 8,390.2 cm³ Viper EWE V10 |
| Transmissions | 6-speed Tremec TR6060 manual |
| Wheelbase | 2,510 mm |
| Length | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm |
| Height | Coupé: 1,209 mm Convertible: 1,234 mm |
| Kerb weight | SRT-10: 1,569 kg ACR: 1,546 kg |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Assembly | Conner Avenue Assembly, Detroit, Michigan, United States |
Dodge Viper (ZB I)2002–2006
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 2002–2006 8,190 units |
| Model years | 2003–2006 |
| Body styles | 2-door convertible 2-door liftback coupé |
| Layout | Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
| Engines | 8.3-liter (506.5 cu in) odd-firing Viper EWC V10 |
| Transmissions | 6-speed Tremec T56 manual |
| Wheelbase | 2,510 mm |
| Length | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 1,922 mm |
| Height | Coupé: 1,210 mm Roadster: 1,230 mm |
| Kerb weight | coupé: 1,556 kg roadster: 1,530 kg |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Assembly | Conner Avenue Assembly, Detroit, Michigan, United States |
| Designer | Osamu Shikado (roadster) Ralph Gilles (coupé) |
Dodge Viper (SR II)1995–2002
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | 1995–2002 10,422 units |
| Model years | 1996–2002 |
| Body styles | 2-door liftback coupé (GTS) 2-door roadster (RT/10) |
| Engines | 8.0-liter (488.1 cu in) odd-firing Viper EWB V10 |
| Transmissions | 6-speed BorgWarner T56 manual |
| Wheelbase | 2,446 mm |
| Length | RT/10: 4,450 mm GTS: 4,490 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm |
| Height | RT/10: 1,120 mm GTS: 1,190 mm |
| Kerb weight | RT/10: 1,505 kg GTS: 1,531 kg |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Assembly | Conner Avenue Assembly, Detroit, Michigan, United States |
| Designer | Tom Gale (1990) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2010, 2015–2017 | 8.4 L, 10 cyl | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2003–2006 | 8.3 L, 10 cyl | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
| 2000–2002 | 8.0 L, 10 cyl | 6-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2010, 2015–2017 | 8.4 L, 10 cyl · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 14.7–16.8 L/100 km | 18.1–19.6 L/100 km | 10.7–12.4 L/100 km |
| 2003–2006 | 8.3 L, 10 cyl · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 16.8–18.1 L/100 km | 21.4 L/100 km | 11.8–12.4 L/100 km |
| 2000–2002 | 8.0 L, 10 cyl · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 16.8–18.1 L/100 km | 21.4–23.5 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Two-seater |
| Model years in EPA data | 2000–2006, 2008–2010, 2015–2017 |
| Powertrains | Petrol |
| Engine displacement | 8.0–8.4 L |
| Cylinders | 10 |
| Transmission types | Manual |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (premium) |
| Configurations listed | 19 |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2000–2006, 2008–2010, 2013–2017 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 12 | 2006, 2013, 2015 |
| Airbags | 11 | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Engine and cooling | 9 | 2000, 2002, 2004 |
| Suspension | 8 | 2000, 2004, 2006 |
| Body and structure | 8 | 2000, 2004, 2013 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 7 | 2002, 2003, 2006 |
| Steering | 5 | 2002, 2003, 2006 |
| Visibility and wipers | 4 | 2000, 2003, 2013 |
| Brakes | 4 | 2000, 2002, 2003 |
| Seats | 2 | 2002, 2015 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2000–2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2013–2015: 55 complaints, 10 with a crash and 1 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.