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Dodge Viper Coupe problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Viper Coupe from 2006 to 2016: 7 owner complaints and 3 recalls across 3 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (6), 2010 (1). Best fuel economy: 16 mpg combined (2010).

Dodge Viper Coupe
Photo: Worldlybeing9879 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Suspension3
Steering2
Airbags2
Electrical1
Body & structure1
Transmission & drivetrain1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200616–
20100116
201620–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Dodge Viper Coupe?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (6), 2010 (1).

How many recalls has the Dodge Viper Coupe had?

Across 2006–2016, NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).