2004 DODGE Viper Recalls, Complaints and Investigations

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2 Recalls for 2004 DODGE Viper

Recall Date	Component	Summary
2015-01-28	AIR BAGS:FRONTAL	Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, to March 28, 2003, 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, to May 23 2003, and 2003-2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured November 1, 2001, to June 30, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ECM), a component in the ECM may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated. Remedy: Chrysler dealers will replace the air bag control module and side impact sensors as required, free of charge. This recall remedy was applied during earlier recall campaigns of these vehicles under safety recalls 12V527 and 13V040. All owners that have not had the recall repair performed under safety recalls 12V527 or 13V040 are strongly encouraged to have it performed and not wait for the final remedy to be deployed to the field. The recall began on December 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is R06.
2013-02-06	AIR BAGS	Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2001, through June 30, 2004. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated. Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. An interim notification iwas sent to owners on March 18, 2013. The recall began on March 26, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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8 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2004 DODGE Viper

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Date			Component
2014-03-19			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10573562
2013-10-28			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10549782
2013-05-13			AIR BAGS \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 10511754
2013-05-16			STEERING \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 10512426
2010-11-23			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10367235
2006-05-30			ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ODI Number: 10159440
2006-04-11			STRUCTURE ODI Number: 10156236
2004-12-14			POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) \| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES ODI Number: 10102967

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1 Investigations for 2004 DODGE Viper

Odi opened pe13-010 on april 26, 2013, to investigate two complaints alleging loss of control crashes caused by rear suspension knuckle failure in model year (my) 2005 and 2006 dodge viper vehicles.the incidents described in the complaints occurred in november and december 2012.chrysler's response to odi's information request (ir) letter for pe13-010 indicates that the left and right rear knuckles used in my 2005 and 2006 dodge viper vehicles were used in my 2003 through 2010 dodge viper srt-10 vehicles and in all dodge viper competition coupe and acrx race cars (see figure 1 of attachment to this resume for a view of the rear suspension in the subject vehicles).chrysler's response included information about 8 reports related to rear knuckle failures, including the 2 incidents identified by odi in the opening resume for pe13-010.in addition, after pe13-010 was opened, odi received 2 additional complaints resulting in a total of 10 incidents of rear knuckle failure in my 2003 through 2010 viper vehicles, including 8 alleging crashes.based on its review of physical evidence from field inspections of 6 of the 8 incident vehicles identified in its response, including the two incidents that were the basis for odi opening pe13-010 (voqs 10492180 and 10492169/10491122), chrysler concluded that collision forces were the causal factor of rear suspension control knuckle failure.chrysler's assessment was primarily based on examination of knuckle fracture surfaces, as well as evidence of wheel rim damage that would indicate impact loading of the affected suspension components.each of the fracture surfaces examined by chrysler displayed clean, granular fracture surfaces indicative of single event, overload failure.none of the parts showed any indication of fatigue crack growth.in addition to the 6 vehicles inspected by chrysler, odi obtained a fractured knuckle from a recent incident involving a my 2004 viper (voq 10510248).nhtsa's vehicle research and testing center in ohio submitted this part to a laboratory for fracture surface and metallurgical analysis.the analysis concluded that there was no evidence of fatigue in the part and that the fracture was due to a single overload event (see figures 2-4 in attachment to this resume).analysis of the fracture surfaces found evidence of a mix of load states, with some failures associated with rear toe links in tension (figures 2-4) and some in compression (figures 5-6).seven of the 8 incidents in which the side of the knuckle failure was identified involved right knuckles, the side that is generally most common for impact failures involving wheel and suspension components.the single, left side failure was associated with an incident involving an impact with a concrete barrier dividing highway travel lanes.analysis of the failure data indicated these are random events and do not show any clear patterns related to vehicle build range, vehicle age or mileage.examination and testing of failed knuckles have not identified evidence of a manufacturing or design defect in the parts.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will continue to monitor complaints and other information relating to the alleged defect in the subject vehicles and take further action in the future if warranted.voqs associated with this investigation: 10523321, 10510248, 10492180, 10492169 (duplicate to 10491122).

Date Opened	Date Closed	Component
2013-04-26	2013-12-11	SUSPENSION:REAR

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22 Service Alerts for 2004 DODGE Viper

Date	Description
2013-02-07	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Advanced Field Action Communication ? N1302072013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2003 and 2004 model year (ZB) Dodge Viper vehicles. The above vehicles may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-07	140000 AIR BAGS Advanced Field Action Communication ? N1302072013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2003 and 2004 model year (ZB) Dodge Viper vehicles. The above vehicles may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-07	270000 LANE DEPARTURE Advanced Field Action Communication ? N1302072013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2003 and 2004 model year (ZB) Dodge Viper vehicles. The above vehicles may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-07	350000 EQUIPMENT Advanced Field Action Communication ? N1302072013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2003 and 2004 model year (ZB) Dodge Viper vehicles. The above vehicles may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
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")
2020-04-30	160000 STRUCTURE Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-30	350000 EQUIPMENT Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 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")
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")
2013-02-07	140000 AIR BAGS Advanced Field Action Communication ? N1302072013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2003 and 2004 model year (ZB) Dodge Viper vehicles. The above vehicles may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-07	150000 SEAT BELTS Advanced Field Action Communication ? N1302072013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2003 and 2004 model year (ZB) Dodge Viper vehicles. The above vehicles may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-07	140000 AIR BAGS Advanced Field Action Communication ? N1302072013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2003 and 2004 model year (ZB) Dodge Viper vehicles. The above vehicles may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-03-20	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL 82212076, 82203694 – Fabric Cleaner This “fabric cleaner” is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-07	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Advanced Field Action Communication ? N1302072013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2003 and 2004 model year (ZB) Dodge Viper vehicles. The above vehicles may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-02-07	140000 AIR BAGS Advanced Field Action Communication ? N1302072013 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2003 and 2004 model year (ZB) Dodge Viper vehicles. The above vehicles may experience a front airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2005-03-11	160000 STRUCTURE CONVERTIBLE TOP TONNEAU COVER DAMAGE. *SC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2005-01-12	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ERRONEOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *EH Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2013-08-28	162000 STRUCTURE:BODY SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2004-11-29	010000 STEERING POWER STEERING FLUID CONTAMINATION. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2004-04-01	061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE THE CAMSHAFT SPROCKET RETAINING BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TIGHTENED. A LOOSE CAM SPROCKET BOLT CAN BACK OUT AND CAUSE SIGNIFICANT ENGINE DAMAGE. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION NO. D19. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

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2 Recalls for 2004 DODGE Viper

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8 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2004 DODGE Viper

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