Chrysler Recalls 2005-2006 Dodge Viper for Airbag Deployment Defect
Chrysler is recalling 2005-2006 Dodge Viper vehicles because the Occupant Restraint Control module may inadvertently deploy air bags and seat belt pretensioners, increasing injury risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the Occupant Restraint Control module may inadvertently deploy air bags and seat belt pretensioners, which the source states increases the risk of injury and a crash. This aligns with the rubric criterion for 'structural vehicle defect' or 'significant injury' risk, warranting a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Dodge Viper vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module, which may inadvertently deploy the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
The unexpected deployment of these safety components increases the risk of injury and a crash. The recall began on February 5, 2020.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC module free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE4. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- DODGE VIPER
- Brand
- DODGE
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Category
- Vehicle — Passenger Car
- Affected units
- 3,329
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- VIPER
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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