1996 Dodge Viper Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1996 Dodge Viper.

19951997
Complaints
8
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 1996 Dodge Viper Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#12 complaints

Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars

#21 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

#31 complaints

Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1996 Dodge Viper.

Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Rack And Pinion
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Frame And Members
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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1996 Dodge Viper — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1996 Dodge Viper reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 1996 Dodge Viper has 8 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars with 2 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1996 Dodge Viper?
Top reported problems: Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars (2 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine (1 complaints); Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
Does the 1996 Dodge Viper have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1996 Dodge Viper as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1996 Dodge Viper?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

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