1998 Dodge Viper Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1998 Dodge Viper has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (2 reports).

3Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Viper?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1998 Dodge Viper recalls

Suspension:Rear

Recall 01V312Oct 4, 20014,645 vehicles affected

Steering:Rack And Pinion:Rack

Recall 01V313Oct 4, 20017,050 vehicles affected

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Recall 01V120Apr 11, 2001615 vehicles affected

Most common 1998 Dodge Viper problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering2
Structure1
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

2008-08-06, Engine And Engine Cooling
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.
2003-05-29, Steering
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
2002-07-03, Steering
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

1998 Dodge Viper questions

Does the 1998 Dodge Viper have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1998 Dodge Viper: Suspension:Rear; Steering:Rack And Pinion:Rack; Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Dodge Viper?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (2), Structure (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Dodge Viper has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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