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SuspensionPart report

2004 Dodge Viper Suspension Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
25%of 8 total for the year
Median mileage
27,620miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the suspension of the 2004 Dodge Viper, 25% of the 8 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 27,620 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“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

Suspension: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2005229%
2004225%
2003120%

Other parts of the 2004 Dodge Viper

Air bags
3 complaints
Brakes
1 complaints
Electrical system
1 complaints
Engine cooling
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Body and structure
1 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2004 Dodge Viper

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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