2002 DODGE VIPER

0 recalls, 1 complaints - 28 TSBs

No recalls found for this vehicle.

Complaint Statistics

1 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION1
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION Dec 4, 2002
Incident date: Jul 3, 2002
THE DAY CONSUMER TOOK POSESSION OF THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD PRODUCE A STRANGE KNOCKING AND SCREECHING NOISE EACH TIME THE CONSUMER WOULD CHANGE GEARS, CONSUMER HAS RETURNED THE VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES, ONLY HAVING TO TAKE THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER BECAUSE THE PROBLEM WAS NOT BEEN REMEDIED.(LAWYER ON... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2002 DODGE VIPER

28 manufacturer communications from 22 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
160000 STRUCTURE8
350000 EQUIPMENT6
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER2
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.1
035000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID1
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE1
9004275 Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
9004275 Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
23-015-20 Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20 Apr 30, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
08-049-20 Apr 22, 2020
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
08-049-20 Apr 22, 2020
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
3100319 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
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.
31-006-19 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-003-19 Nov 20, 2019
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.
31-005-19 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19 Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100619 Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619 Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
68332810 Sep 7, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. C
31-001-16 Mar 4, 2016
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.
R2118796A Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
9002849 Sep 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacemen
9002849 Sep 3, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacemen
9002519 Mar 20, 2013
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
1801903 May 2, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE SPARK KNOCK USING 91 OCTANE GASOLINE. *TT
010103 Jan 1, 2003
100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH KIT. GPOP - ISSUE REVIEW SYSTEM. *TT
10023 Oct 1, 2002
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
POWERTRAIN DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION. SERVICE INFORMATION TUNEUPS. *TT
1802002 Jun 24, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
0500601 Oct 19, 2001
035000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
SUBJECT REGARDING DISCOLORED BRAKE FLUID. *TT
0801701 Sep 21, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / REPAIR. *TT
0801601 Aug 3, 2001
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH RADIOS WILL HAVE A NEW LOCKING RADIO ANTENNA CONNECTOR. *SLC
0801001 May 25, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT

NHTSA Safety Investigations, DODGE VIPER

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE13010 Opened: Apr 26, 2013 , Closed: Dec 11, 2013
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2003
Rear suspension knuckle fracture
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 t... Read more
EA96001 Opened: Feb 29, 1996 , Closed: Apr 8, 1997
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1992
CANVAS SOFT-TOP FLY-OFF
REMOVABLE CANVAS SOFT-TOP FLEW OFF OF VEHICLES WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.
PE95051 Opened: Oct 10, 1995 , Closed: Feb 29, 1996
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1992
CANVAS SOFT-TOP FLY-OFF
DUE TO HIGH CONSUMER COMPLAINT, WARRANTY REPAIR AND PART SALES RATES, UPGRADE TO THE EA (EA96-001) LEVEL IS APPROPRIATE TO CONTINUE THE ANALYSIS.

DODGE VIPER - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the DODGE VIPER across all model years (1992, 2016).

41 Total Recalls
85 Total Complaints
3 Investigations
9 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

DODGE VIPER - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2016 2 0 View
2015 1 5 View
2014 2 4 View
2013 2 7 View
2006 1 3 View
2005 1 10 View
2004 2 11 View
2003 4 7 View
2002 (current) 0 1
2001 3 1 View
2000 4 9 View
1999 4 2 View
1998 4 4 View
1997 4 3 View
1996 3 8 View
1995 1 3 View
1994 1 5 View
1993 1 2 View
1992 1 0 View

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