DODGE 2003-2004: AIR BAGS

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2001, through June 30, 2004. A component in the air bag control module m…

Recall #: 13V040000

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DODGE 2003-2004: AIR BAGS was recalled by Dodge in February 6, 2013. Reason: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured from November 1, 200…. Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. An int…. Verify recall #13V040000 with the NHTSA before acting.

The recall

Dodge issued this NHTSA recall-Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured from November 1, 200….

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agency class: February 6, 2013
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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #13V040000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from NHTSA - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2001, through June 30, 2004. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.

Reason for recall

Hazard

Inadvertent deployment of the airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners could increase the risk of personal injury and the possibility of a crash.

Remedy, what to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. An interim notification iwas sent to owners on March 18, 2013. The recall began on March 26, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the NHTSA recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	13V040000
Date reported	February 6, 2013
Date initiated	February 6, 2013
Recalling firm	Dodge
Affected scope	Not disclosed
Distribution	United States
Official source	NHTSA notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

What to do with this recall

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. An interim notification iwas sent to owners on…

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the NHTSA on February 6, 2013. NHTSA does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 13V040000.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: United States.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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