The 1997 Dodge Viper has 3 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are structure and seats. Owners most often flag parts scarcity for body panels and purpose-built components: leads to extended repair times (e.g., 5-month shop stay). frequency: isolated.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 1997 Dodge Viper vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 6 Viper model years we track, complaint volume runs from 3 (1997) to 12 (2002). With 3 complaints, the 1997 Viper sits belowthe model's median of 8.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
service brakes, hydraulic
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Owner sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, characterized by deep enthusiasm for the vehicle's raw performance, stable and planted handling, and engaging driving experience.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Viper. See the full Viper owner picture and every model year.
Used Viper listings typically run $59,995–$89,999 across 1993 to 2017 model years.
Compare every Viper year side by side to see how 1997 ranks against the rest.