Californian's off-road Dodge Viper is the center of attention everywhere but he says there are hidden problems
Published on Nov 14, 2025 at 8:05 PM (UTC+4)
by Henry Kelsall
Last updated on Nov 14, 2025 at 8:05 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
A Californian with an off-road Dodge Viper has detailed some of the hidden problems of this unusual supercar.
YouTuber SuperfastMatt does indeed have a Dodge Viper, heavily modified for off-roading, and it’s a car he has indeed taken off-road, rather than have it be a show pony.
While he loves the car and has had a lot of fun with it, he has admitted there are some hidden problems with the Viper.
A video from a few days ago detailed some of the problems with this strange car.
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What is wrong with the off-road Dodge Viper?
Clearly, the Dodge Viper is very different from the standard model.
While it retains the familiar body, it now sits on massive tires and wheels with further changes.
The suspension, for example, is another component that has been heavily modified on the supercar.
Naturally, such extensive modifications will lead to a few problems.
It didn’t come with a cabin air filter, and when off-roading, things get very hot, very quickly.
The fuel tank isn’t big enough for off-roading, so a second, smaller tank might be needed for the Viper.
A more pressing issue is that the fuel gauge doesn’t work, no matter how full or empty the tank is.
With spare parts costing around $200 for this item, it’s not something Matt really wants to buy.
Sadly, there are a few more issues with the off-road Dodge Viper.
Other problems with the off-road supercar
Among the other issues was a power steering leak, which was a nightmare to try to diagnose.
The leak was coming from the hose for the fluid, and that isn’t an ideal situation to be in.
Removing it’s a pain, although there are a few ways to ‘hack’ your way to the hose.
The YouTuber also once locked the keys in the car, and without a spare fob, it got a bit tricky.
While he had a spare key, there were no keyholes on the doors of the Viper.
The latch releases on the supercar are electric, not manual.
In the end, Matt had to pry out the rear window to get into the Dodge.
These are just some of the issues with the Viper, but it looks as much fun to drive as a Porsche 911.
Henry is a content writer with nearly ten years experience, having written for various publications since 2017. Qualifying with a Sports Journalism degree from Staffordshire University, Henry loves all things automotive but has a particular soft spot for classic Japanese cars and anything Lancia. He also has a curious passion for steam locomotives.
