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1996 DODGE Viper
3 Recalls for 1996 DODGE Viper
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2006-03-13 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 27, 2005 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2006 (DATE CODES 0529 THROUGH 0602) ARE SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL. WHEN SUBJECT TO VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, AN INTERNAL SEAL IN THE MASTER CYLINDER COULD LOSE FLEXIBILITY AND MAY CAUSE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK. Remedy: AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AFFINA GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-323-0354. |
| 2001-10-04 | STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK | 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. Remedy: 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. |
| 2001-10-04 | SUSPENSION:REAR | 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. Remedy: 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. |
0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 1996 DODGE Viper
| Date | Component |
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9 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 1996 DODGE Viper
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-06-24 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10024849 | |||
| 2011-01-20 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10378004 | |||
| 2006-08-29 |
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
ODI Number: 10166846 | |||
| 2006-04-19 |
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
ODI Number: 10155720 | |||
| 2003-06-24 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10024849 | |||
| 2003-03-21 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10009926 | |||
| 2002-12-11 |
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
ODI Number: 8024213 | |||
| 1996-05-17 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
ODI Number: 984610 | |||
| 1996-04-16 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
ODI Number: 982817 |
0 Investigations for 1996 DODGE Viper
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48 Service Alerts for 1996 DODGE Viper
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2016-02-26 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-04-22 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-04-22 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-11-20 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-04-23 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-04-23 | 592000 CHILD SEAT:TETHER: CONNECTOR/CLIP (SECURES TOP OF CHILD SEAT TO VEHICLE)
Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-03-04 | 160000 STRUCTURE
Do Not Apply Corrosion Protection On Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) Plastic Panels This bulletin involves discussing SMC plastic panels and applying corrosion protection. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-04-04 | 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
PREMATURE BATTERY FAILURE, VISIBLE ELECTROLYTE ON BATTERY AND/OR CELL CAP LABEL MISSING. *TW Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-09-19 | 140000 AIR BAGS
AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1999-09-03 | 220000 SEATS
INFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1998-11-27 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING ELECTRONIC ENTRY MODULE FAILS TO RESPOND. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-09-19 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INFORMATION REGARDING NHTSA AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. *NLM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-10-01 | 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONDITIONS WITH THE LEFT AND RIGHT DOWNSTREAM OXYGEN SENSOR WIRING MAY HAVE BEEN ROUTED INCORRECTLY. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-03-14 | 101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
CONCERNS WITH NEUTRAL GEAR RATTLE WITH CLUTCH ENGAGED. *NLM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1998-04-17 | 145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG ON-OFF SWITCHES. *AK Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1998-04-03 | 101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
A LIGHT CHATTER OR RATTLING NOISE FROM THE CLUTCH HOUSING OR TRANSMISSION AREA WITH THE CLUTCH ENGAGED AND THE TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-06-13 | 190000 TIRES
INFORMATION ON TIRE AND WHEEL RUNOUT. *NLM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1999-11-12 | 145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERINB AIRBAG ON / OFF SWITCHES FOR SELECTED VEHICLES. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-05-09 | 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
VARIOUS CAR OWNER’S HAVE EXPRESSED INTEREST IN USING ENGINE COOLANTS MADE WITH PROPYLENE GLYCOL INSTEAD OF ETHYLENE GLYCOL. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-02-14 | 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
DIFFICULT TO CLEAN LIGHT COLORED “CHALKY” RESIDUE FROM PLASTIC BODY COMPONENTS THAT ARE MOLDED IN BLACK. *TW Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2003-01-01 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH KIT. GPOP – ISSUE REVIEW SYSTEM. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-02-28 | 330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
INSTRUMENT PANEL BACKLIGHT FLICKERS. *TW Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2000-11-24 | 220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1995-12-01 | 185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
UPDATE ENGINE ELECTRONICS IDLE ADAPTIVE MEMORY AND WIDE-OPEN THROTTLE VERIFICATION. WARM ENGINE. IDLE W/ AND W/O A/C ON. TURN ENGINE OFF. W/ DRB III, TURN IGNITION ‘ON’ W/O STARTING ENGINE. DEPRESS ACCELERATOR PEDAL, VERIFY WIDE-OPEN THROT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2000-09-29 | 140000 AIR BAGS
SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1998-12-30 | 145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG ON – OFF SWITCHES. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-03-14 | 101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
A LIGHT CHATTER OR RATTLING NOISE FROM THE CLUTCH HOUSING OR TRANSMISSION AREA WITH THE CLUTCH ENGAGED AND THE TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2001-05-25 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2002-06-24 | 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-02-03 | 116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
JTEC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR REPAIR PACKAGES. *JD Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1998-11-13 | 071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
PROCEDURES ON INSTALLING AN ACCESS PANEL INTO THE TRUCK FOR FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-06-06 | 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
PREMATURE BATTERY FAILURE, VISIBLE ELECTROLYTE ON BATTERY AND/OR CELL CAP LABEL MISSING. *TW Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1998-10-23 | 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING I/M ( INSPECTION MAINTENANCE ) TESTING – OBD II “CARB” READINESS MONITOR INFORMATION. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2000-12-29 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2000-03-03 | 220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-11-21 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
INFORMATION ON POOR DRIVABILITY WITH HIGH DI (DRIVABILITY INDEX) FUEL. *NLM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-05-16 | 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES THE LACK OF PERFORMANCE AT FULL WIDE OPEN THROTTLE. *NLM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-05-16 | 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
INFORMATION ON LIFTER TYPE NOISE AFTER FLYWHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. *NLM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1999-01-22 | 116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM MAY FAIL TO ARM PROPERLY, GO OFF, OR CAUSE THE BATTERY TO GO DEAD. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1998-04-17 | 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT. *AK Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-02-21 | 125100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
CHMSL FLICKERS AS BRAKES ARE APPLIED. *TW Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-04-25 | 116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY SYSTEM – DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR. *TW Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-04-25 | 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
DIPSTICK AND TUBE SERVICE APPLICATIONS. *TW Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-04-11 | 116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
INTERMITTENT MISFIRE AND/OR MIL ILLUMINATION WITH NO DTC’S. *TW Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2000-02-25 | 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-11-28 | 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
CONCERN WITH CORROSION ON/AROUND ROCKER PANEL SCREWS OR ON ROCKER PANEL. *NLM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-11-14 | 160000 STRUCTURE
CONCERN WITH RESIN ODOR IN VEHICLE. *NLM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1999-10-01 | 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
1996 DODGE Viper
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