Model year guide

2004 Dodge Viper

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Dodge Viper is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2004 Dodge Viper — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2004 Dodge Viper at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints9
Combined13 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Dodge Viper recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #15V046000 · manufacturer #R06 · 28/01/2015

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, to March 28, 2003, 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, to May 23 2003, and 2003-2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured November 1, 2001, to June 30, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ECM), a component in the E…

Fix: Chrysler dealers will replace the air bag control module and side impact sensors as required, free of charge. This recall remedy was applied during earlier recall campaigns of these vehicles under safety recalls 12V527 and 13V040. All owners that have not had the recall repair performed under safet…

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #13V040000 · manufacturer #N13 · 06/02/2013

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2001, through June 30, 2004. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. An interim notification iwas sent to owners on March 18, 2013. The recall began on March 26, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2004 Dodge Viper common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2004 Dodge Viper MPG & running costs

Combined13 mpg
City11 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$6,300
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionManual 6-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$19,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Dodge Viper costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$31,500
Fuel only$31,500
Per mile$0.42

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2004 Dodge Viper trims & engines on record

Trims
SRT-10
Engines
8.3L 10-cyl

2004 Dodge Viper vehicles on record

2004 Dodge Viper 2004 Dodge Viper SRT-101B3JZ65Z54V101789 2004 Dodge Viper 2004 Dodge Viper SRT-101B3JZ65Z54V101162 2004 Dodge Viper 2004 Dodge Viper SRT-101B3JZ65Z24V102415 2004 Dodge Viper SRT-101B3JZ65ZX4V102078

Other Dodge Viper model years

2008 2006 2005 2003

2004 Dodge Viper — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Dodge Viper have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2004 Dodge Viper. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge Viper?

Across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, suspension, steering.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Dodge Viper get?

The 2004 Dodge Viper has a U.S. EPA estimate of 13 mpg combined (11 city / 19 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.