Safety Recall NHTSA · 15V178000 Reported March 27, 2015

Door may open while driving

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Structure · 1,455 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
15V178000
Manufacturer Campaign
R14
Component
Structure
Vehicles Affected
1,455
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 27, 2015
Completion Rate
72.50

Defect Summary

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 opening unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion.

Safety Consequence

If the driver or passenger door opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion, there is an increased risk of a crash and injury.

Corrective Action

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 customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is r14.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 15V178000 or campaign R14.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 15V178000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 15V178000?

NHTSA recall 15V178000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on March 27, 2015. It addresses: Door may open while driving. The recall affects approximately 1,455 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V178000 or the manufacturer campaign number R14. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.