NHTSA vehicle safety data
2006 Dodge Viper Coupe Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2006 Dodge Viper Coupe has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 6 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Dodge dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2006 Dodge Viper Coupe. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
NHTSA #15V222000Reported April 15, 2015 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Potentially affected: 43,939 vehicles
Defect description
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch.
Safety consequence
If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R13.
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.
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