2013 Dodge Viper: common problems and reliability
An average Viper year.
4 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 2 recalls.
Should I buy a 2013 Viper?The 2013 Dodge Viper has 4 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and structure.
Safety record for the 2013 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2013 Dodge Viper vehicles (US, public record).
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Is 2013 a good year for the Viper?
Across the 16 Viper model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2010) to 12 (2002). With 4 complaints, the 2013 Viper sits about the same as the model's median of 4.
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.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2013 Viper
structure:body:door
Campaign 15V178000Chrysler (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.
equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Campaign 15V461000Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
What owners say across generations
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.
Typical used price
Used Viper listings typically run $57,272–$88,145 across 1993 to 2017 model years.
Other Viper model years
Compare every Viper year side by side to see how 2013 ranks against the rest.
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