Dodge Viper 1998
Model Viper made in 1998 by Dodge got 4 consumer complains there are 4 recalls as well as 24 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, steering and structure. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningseat belts, service brakes, hydraulic and steering. The car has one 8.0, guzzler engine.
Model 1998
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.0, Guzzler | 10 | Manual, 6 gears | R | 12/21/15 | 12.9514/27.0565/16.9209 | Premium | 1401 | TWO SEATERS |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | ||||||||||||||||
| 01V120000 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 01/01/1998 to 03/08/2001 | V (Vehicle) | 615 | 02/25/2002 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 04/11/2001 | 04/24/2001 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with racing option (acr or gt2). the 5-point racing seat belt harness, which is optional equipment on the viper may not meet the voluntary load specifications set forth by the fia (federation internationale de l'automobile). | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the event of a crash, the harness may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of personal injury. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The 5-point racing harness will be replaced. owner notification began february 25, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Daimlerchrysler recall no.979also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E022000 | BRAKE PARTS, INC. | E (Equipment) | 7440 | 03/20/2006 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 03/13/2006 | 03/13/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket napa, raybestos, ac delco, aimco, carquest, and bendix brake hydraulic master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on daimlerchrysler or ford vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION - RACK | ||||||||||||||||
| 01V313000 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 06/01/1995 to 10/02/2000 | V (Vehicle) | 7050 | 05/20/2002 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 10/04/2001 | 10/09/2001 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The cracks could eventually lead to separation of the steering rack from the frame of the vehicle. separation of the steering rack could result in unexpected steering looseness and lag. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Daimlerchrysler recall no. 999.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 01V312000 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 06/01/1995 to 03/01/1999 | V (Vehicle) | 4645 | 05/20/2002 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 10/04/2001 | 10/09/2001 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The cracks could eventually lead to metal fatigue and dislodging of the differential mounting bracket from the frame of the vehicle. separation of the differential mounting bracket could result in loss of vehicle control. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Daimlerchrysler recallno. 998.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||||
| 082700 | 09/29/2000 | 6092304 | Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures. *tt | 12/04/2000 | |
| 970919083297 | 09/19/1997 | 54423 | Authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *yc | 04/07/1998 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 0801001 | 05/25/2001 | 620059 | Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty. *tt | 07/10/2001 | |
| 0800600REV | 12/29/2000 | 080600 | 618049 | Subject regarding wire splice repairs. *sb | 04/03/2001 |
| 0832097 | 09/19/1997 | 6088834 | Information regarding nhtsa authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *nlm | 01/10/2000 | |
| 084998 | 11/27/1998 | 602585 | Subject regarding electronic entry module fails to respond. *yc | 01/05/1999 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| 080600 | 02/25/2000 | 609995 | This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts. *tt | 04/12/2000 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||||
| 183697 | 12/31/1997 | 6089148 | Concerns on incorrect fault mature time - dtc $b7 leak detection pump solenoid circuit. *nlm | 01/13/2000 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 1801903 | 05/02/2003 | 10002397 | Engine spark knock using 91 octane gasoline. *tt | 08/27/2003 | |
| 180100 | 02/04/2000 | 609988 | Subject regarding misdiagnosed leak detection pump systems with diagnostic trouble codes p1494, p0442 p0455, or p0456. *tt | 04/12/2000 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| 250298 | 10/23/1998 | 602881 | Subject regarding i/m ( inspection maintenance ) testing - obd ii carb readiness monitor information. *yc | 01/20/1999 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | |||||
| 081698 | 04/17/1998 | 600862 | Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment. *ak | 11/12/1999 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| 140897 | 11/21/1997 | 6088884 | Information on poor drivability with high di (drivability index) fuel. *nlm | 01/11/2000 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 140598 | 11/13/1998 | 604367 | Procedures on installing an access panel into the truck for fuel tank replacement. *tt | 04/27/1999 | |
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 010103 | 01/01/2003 | 10004005 | Transmission and clutch kit. gpop - issue review system. *tt | 11/12/2003 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||||
| 181299 | 06/18/1999 | 181797 | 607298 | This bulletin explains the operation and application of the leak detection pump (ldp) monitor test. *tt | 09/17/1999 |
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 210698 | 04/03/1998 | 600760 | A light chatter or rattling noise from the clutch housing or transmission area with the clutch engaged and the transmission in neutral. *yc | 06/05/1998 | |
| SEATS | |||||
| 2300800B | 11/24/2000 | 230800A | 615688 | Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. *tt | 01/28/2001 |
| 230800 | 03/03/2000 | 233599A | 610635 | Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. *tt | 05/09/2000 |
| 233599 | 09/03/1999 | 607963 | Information on child seat tether anchors. *tt | 10/21/1999 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| 233599REVA | 10/01/1999 | 233599 | 612160 | Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *mjs | 06/06/2000 |
| 183298 | 09/25/1998 | 603635 | Subject on flash programming failure recovery. *yc | 11/17/1999 | |
| 233998 | 08/28/1998 | 602203 | Subject regarding viper gts-gt2 champion edition service information. *yc | 10/15/1998 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 1802002 | 06/24/2002 | 183298 | 634272 | Flash programming failure recovery. *slc | 09/28/2002 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 10/15/2002 | 24000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1998 dodge viper. while driving at any speed, the breather hose on the engine leaks oil. the contact also noticed large oil spots wherever the vehicle was parked. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the breather hose needed to be replaced. the contact did not notice any differences prior to the failure. the vehicle has not been repaired. the current mileage was 42,500 and failure mileage was 24,000. | |||
| STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT PITMAN | |||
| 03/29/2003 | 1 | ||
| Consumer received recall letter for steering gear and crossmember frame. has contacted ever dealer within the state of kentucky, who have advised consumer that they were not licensed or certified to perform the remedy. consumer then contacted manufacturer, who advised can not tell consumer where to go and he has to find dealer on his own.*ak | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer received a recall regarding the steering column, took vehicle to dealer ship for service dealership refused to service recall and requested consumer to take vehicle to another dealership, consumer states has no time or the money to have vehicle transported to an hour destination for recall services.*jb | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 03/29/2003 | 1 | ||
| Consumer received recall letter for steering gear and crossmember frame. has contacted ever dealer within the state of kentucky, who have advised consumer that they were not licensed or certified to perform the remedy. consumer then contacted manufacturer, who advised can not tell consumer where to go and he has to find dealer on his own.*ak | |||