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2016 Dodge Viper

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2016 Dodge Viper.

Recall campaigns
2
Safety record

Recalls on the 2016 Dodge Viper

Recall·16V736000

Air bags: frontal

The wires for the driver's frontal air bag may be pinched.

Recall·16V750000

Air bags: inflator module

A defective vibration weld on the passenger airbag chute may cause the passenger air bag door to detach during the air bag deployment.

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2016 Dodge Viper at a glance

Trims
ACRGTGTCGTSSRT
Engine
8.4L 10-Cylinder
Transmission
Manual 6-spd
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Coupe
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2016 Dodge Viper?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2016 Dodge Viper. There are 2 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2016 Dodge Viper reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 2 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2016 Dodge Viper?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2016 Dodge Viper listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.