Copy of request sent to iso international; I have some serious safety issues including the construction of the frame supporting a dodge viper. I have contacted the registrar ul laboratories, including today, on 2 occasions regarding this product. The first request for information was ignored. The federal government offices of the department of transport tell me we live in a self regulating country and are unwilling to investigate this issue. The dealer informs me the manufacturer contends this is not a problem. The manufacturer says they are happy to repair any warranty issues however they can see no issue. What I have observed is visually the welding on the frame at hand does not comply with internationally accepted welding standards. X-ray testing of the frame reveals 7 of the 11 welds tested have gross perosity meaning the welds are not done properly the frame supports the lower control arms which hold the wheels on the car. As well as the motor mounts which support a 10 cylinder engine. The doors do not operate properly when parked on an incline and a hardtop roof weighing close to 100 pounds flew off the car on the highway, a couple of days after it was installed by the dealer. I have a legitimate reason for concern. How am I, within your system, able to have an investigation completed when the registrar who was also responsible for the initial testing won't even respond to my inquiries? I don't believe a company receiving millions of dollars each year from a manufacturer for testing its products, can be responsible for an unbiased opinion, with obvious reasons to be biased. I also reiterate how can a company who is disjointed from the end users by a dealer network, a network that has no reason to conform to iso standards, claim to be iso compliant. I simply want to know what procedures are in place at chrysler for conflict resolution. Why is it so difficult to obtain information pertaining to their products.
The worst 2000 Dodge Viper problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body2
- Visibility2
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Seat belts1
Problems by type
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- Body2
- Visibility2
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Seat belts1
- Suspension1
Recalls 3
Steering: rack and pinion: rack
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles used extensively in track type racing events and subjected to aggressive driving conditions could experiencecracking of the steering rack mounting brackets.
- Risk
- The cracks could eventually lead to separation of the steering rack from the frame of the vehicle. Separation of the steering rack could result in unexpected steering looseness and lag.
- Remedy
- All affected vehicles will have a field repair kit installed, consisting of lower frame rail reinforcement gussets and a reinforcement bracket. Owner notification began may 20, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free information within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 01V313000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with racing option (acr or gt2). The 5-point racing seat belt harness, which is optional equipment on the viper may not meet the voluntary load specifications set forth by the fia (federation internationale de l'automobile).
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the harness may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- The 5-point racing harness will be replaced. Owner notification began february 25, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 01V120000 · Recall details
Child seat
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Recall number 00V366000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Dodge Viper 22
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number
- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the...
- Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard...
- Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to...
- Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision...
- Service
- Do Not Apply Corrosion Protection On Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) Plastic Panels This bulletin involves...
- Valve Body
- 82212076, 82203694
- Engine spark knock using 91 octane gasoline. tt
What 2000 Dodge Viper owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
When braking there is a grinding in right front area of vehicle and goes to the right. Took to dealer and dealer can't duplicate problem. Please provide any further information. Ph
Convertible top would unlatch itself while driving. Dealer and manufacturer has been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
The windshield was only installed with a bead of urethane at the bottom and three (3) one inch strips at the top. No urethane at all on both sides. The windshield was loose and not meeting fmvss 212 and may be fmvss 216
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Questions about the 2000 Dodge Viper
Is the 2000 Dodge Viper reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2000 Dodge Viper, close to a typical Viper model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Dodge Viper?
Body and structure, with 2 complaints. Next is visibility (2).
How many recalls does the 2000 Dodge Viper have?
3 recalls, covering steering, seat belts and child seat.
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