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2014 · Dodge

Dodge Viper problems

1 active recall campaign on file, only 4 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

2014 Dodge Viper — Photo: ArildV / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · representative photo of the Dodge Viper

Reliability score

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Limited NHTSA data — only 4 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 1 active recall on file.

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Should you avoid this 2014 Viper?

Not enough data for a verdict

Only 4 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Generated from this 2014 Viper's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 Viper · airbags

2014 Dodge viper. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle airbag recall notice 14v-529 issues. *smd the parts were not available to complete the recall. *jb

10/27/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10806825.0

2014 Viper · electrical

my drivers door will come open with out touching the door handle, there was a recall on this in 2015, r-14/nhtsa15-178 but because my build date was after February Chrysler did not send me a recall on it will not fix it. this is not safe and they need to fix the problem and…

08/20/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11609641.0

2014 Viper · engine

The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Viper. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, there was a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was parked and then towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced due to failure of the rod…

08/09/2024 · at 21,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11607501.0

2014 Viper · body

My Viper is displaying the symptoms of your recall 15V-178 (see below) unsafe door release. I called Dodge and they said my vehicle was serviced for this recall in Sept 2015, but cannot produce receipt for the work. The same door lock problems as 15V-178 are now showing up on…

06/06/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11525563.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 15V178000 March 27, 2015

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured October 1, 2012, to February 6, 2014

If the driver or passenger door opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion, there is an increased risk of a crash and injury.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door handle assemblies and top covers, free of charge. The recall began on July 10, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R14.

Common questions

Is the 2014 Dodge Viper reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 4 owner complaints have been filed for the 2014 Dodge Viper, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.

Should you avoid the 2014 Dodge Viper?

Only 4 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2014 Dodge Viper without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.

What should I check before buying a used 2014 Dodge Viper?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2014 Dodge Viper to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.

Is the 2014 Dodge Viper a good used car to buy?

Hard to say from federal data alone — only 4 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Dodge Viper?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Dodge Viper has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Dodge Viper?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 4 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.

Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 17 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Dodge/Viper. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Dodge. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.