Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 Viper.
The 2014 Dodge Viper rides on the ZD platform, situating this model year within the nameplate’s 1992–2016 production run. Reliability data records four total owner complaints and two recalls, with the electrical system drawing the most reports. Set against the model’s recorded extremes of twelve complaints in 2002 and a single complaint in 2001, that total places 2014 well below the peak and nearer the lower end of the observed range, signaling a comparatively calm period in the Viper’s reliability history. Researchers can therefore treat this year as a lower-complaint reference within a lineage that has seen notably higher owner-reported issue volume.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 90 · 590 CCA battery, OE oil filter 05038041AA. Note the factory spark plug is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 05038041AA |
| Engine air filter | 05038070AA |
| Spark plug | 68304015AA discontinued |
| Battery | BBT5F001AA |
| Front wiper blades | 68166573AA alt 68166572AA |
| Thermostat | 05037173AA alt 05037344AA |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Viper of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | GTC Coupe 8.4L V10 | 3.40 sec | 11.50 sec | 645 hp | RWD |
| 2016 | ACR Coupe 8.4L V10 | 3.30 sec | 11.50 sec | 645 hp | RWD |
| 2016 | ACR (track setup) Coupe 8.4L V10 | 3.40 sec | 11.50 sec | 645 hp | RWD |
| 2016 | ACR Coupe 8.4L V10 | 3.50 sec | 11.50 sec | 645 hp | RWD |
| 2016 | ACR Coupe 8.4L V10 | 3.50 sec | 11.60 sec | 645 hp | RWD |
| 2016 | ACR Coupe 8.4L V10 | 3.60 sec | 11.70 sec | 645 hp | RWD |
| 2017 | ACR Extreme Coupe 8.4L V10 | 3.30 sec | 11.50 sec | 645 hp | RWD |
| 2017 | Vooodoo II Special Edition ACR Coupe 8.4L V10 | 3.60 sec | 11.70 sec | 645 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
Torque lug nuts to 80-100 ft-lbs.
| Lug Nuts | 80-100 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 207 ft-lbs |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Champion |
| Spark Plug Type | RE10PMC5 |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.050 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 13.0 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.00 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 90 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 590 cca |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2014 Dodge Viper represents a mid-cycle refresh within the fifth-generation model run, and its federal record reflects a period of relative stability. Complaints held steady at four—matching 2013 and only slightly above the three reported in 2015—while recalls remained at two, consistent with the prior year and double the single recall issued in 2015. The volume of technical service bulletins (TSBs) dipped modestly from 151 in 2013 to 146 in 2014, still far above earlier generations, suggesting ongoing refinement of known issues rather than new systemic flaws. Unlike the first-year spike in 2013, the 2014 data shows no concentration in any single complaint area, with only one report each across electrical, engine, structure, and airbag categories—none involving crashes or fires. This pattern implies that initial teething problems were largely addressed by 2014, yet the persistently high TSB count indicates that owners should still prioritize documented service history. On balance, the 2014 Viper emerges as a sound used purchase within its generation, provided maintenance records are thorough.
All 4 complaints on record, top 4 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Chrysler (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… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door handle assemblies and top covers, free of charge. The recall began on July 10, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler…
Chrysler (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… Remedy: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the…
Showing 5 of 146 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31-001-25 REV. B | 2025-08-16 | Structure | Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading… |
| 31-001-25 REV. A | 2025-08-14 | Structure | Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading… |
| 31-001-25 | 2025-08-13 | Structure | Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading… |
| 31-001-24 | 2024-07-24 | Structure | "Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading… |
| S1408000384 | 2024-01-10 | Electrical System | Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State… |
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