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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 15V178📅 Mar 27, 2015

2013–2014 Dodge Viper recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured October 1, 2012, to February 6, 2014. Moisture may get into the door switch, resulting in the driver or passenger door opening unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion.

💥 The risk

If the driver or passenger door opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion, there is an increased risk of a crash and injury.

🔧 The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door handle assemblies and top covers, free of charge. The recall began on July 10, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R14.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
15V178000
Manufacturer recall #
R14
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Vehicles affected
1,455
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Owner phone
1-800-853-1403
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jul 10, 2015
Built
Oct 1, 2012 – Feb 6, 2014
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 15V178 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 15V178?

2013–2014 Dodge Viper. 1,455 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Dodge dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-853-1403.