2016 Dodge Viper Problems & Complaints

Few complaints56% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Viper at the same age

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2016 Dodge Viper yet, but there are 2 recalls. 2 recalls cover this model year.

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Dodge Viper complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Dodge Viper. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Viper years: 2001, 2016, 2003. Compare all years →

2016 Dodge Viper recalls (2)

Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module

NHTSA recall 16V-750 · Oct 18, 2016 · 2 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016 MY Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured January 6, 2016, to January 8, 2016. A defective vibration weld on the passenger airbag chute may cause the passenger air bag door to detach during the air bag deployment.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side upper panel assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Air bags › Frontal

NHTSA recall 16V-736 · Oct 13, 2016 · 14 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured May 24, 2016, to August 28, 2016. The wires for the driver's frontal air bag may be pinched.

Remedy: Dodge will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag and clockspring, free of charge. The recall is began on November 17, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

2016 Dodge Viper engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
8.4L 10-cyl6-speed manualRWD12 / 21 / 15

EPA ratings. Class: Sports car.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Dodge Viper have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2016 Dodge Viper, the most recent from October 18, 2016 (inflator module). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Dodge Viper?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2001, 2016 and 2003. See the full Dodge Viper years comparison.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.