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2004 Dodge Viper Problems

Complaints
8filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
23,240miles, 5 complaints with mileage
Recalls
2campaigns on record
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA crash rating
—overall rating starts with 2011 models
EPA fuel economy
13 mpgcombined, 8.3L 10-cyl RWD · 11 city / 19 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2004 Dodge Viper (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error

NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2004 Dodge Viper. The part named most often is air bags, with 3 complaints (38% of the total), followed by suspension (2) and brakes (1). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 23,240 miles. Of all complaints, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 26 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns and 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Example complaints

Air bags: “The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Viper. The contact stated that the air bag sensor warning light would sporadically illuminate, indicating that the air bag system was disabled. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign id number:13v040000 (air bags) but the contact was advised by the dealer that the parts needed to complete the repair were not available. The contact received the notice months ago. The manufacturer was also contacted and provided an unreasonable date for when the vehicle would receive the recall repairs. The failure was recurring. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. …”

NHTSA complaint #10573562, filed 2014-03, 3,000 miles

Suspension: “The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Viper. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, he heard an abnormal thumping sound. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic, who advised the contact that the rear suspension knuckle was causing the failure. Additionally, the contact noticed a whining sound coming from the steering wheel and the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The mechanic advised that the power steering connecter had expanded, causing power steering fluid to leak. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. …”

NHTSA complaint #10512426, filed 2013-05, 32,000 miles

Brakes: “The brake pedal and clutch pedal on this vehicle is rusted and presents a safety hazard since your foot either slips off or sticks to the pedal depending on the type of shoe being worn. The regional service manager for Dodge and the dealership admits an inferior metal was used to mfg. The pedal but will not make any repairs or replacements.”

NHTSA complaint #10102967, filed 2004-12, 2,000 miles

Electrical system: “The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Viper. While driving 70 MPH the vehicle became disabled and the warning lights illuminated indicating that all of the electrical component on the vehicle had failed. Occasionally, after turning the vehicle off and on it would reset itself and at other times it would be an hour before he was able to restart it. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the body control module components failed and had to be replaced. This failure occurred at least four times. The dealer replaced the components each time per the warranty. The manufacturer was not notified. …”

NHTSA complaint #10367235, filed 2010-11, 24,300 miles

Mileage when problems were reported

100% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 3,000 and 24,300 miles.

40%0–1040%10–2520%25–500%50–750%75–1000%100–1500%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (5 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 23,240 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

200420062010201332014
Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 2004 Dodge Viper version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Viper Convertible RWD8.3L 10-cyl6-speed manual111913$6,300

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

Recall details for the 2004 Dodge Viper → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 26 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 26 bulletins →

Other model years of the Dodge Viper

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
2005720,2501—13—Not enough data
2004823,2402—13—Not enough data
200353004—14—Not enough data
1996840,0002—14—Not enough data
19945—0—15—Not enough data

All Dodge Viper model years

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2004 Dodge Viper have?

NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2004 Dodge Viper as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2004 Dodge Viper is reported most often?

Air bags is named most often, in 3 complaints (38% of the total), followed by suspension with 2.

Has the 2004 Dodge Viper been recalled?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Dodge Viper get?

The EPA rates the 2004 Dodge Viper (Viper Convertible, 8.3L 10-cyl) at 13 mpg combined, 11 city and 19 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $6,300 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 2004 Dodge Viper reported?

Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 23,240 miles and the middle half falls between 3,000 and 24,300 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.