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2005 Dodge Ram Problems and Recalls

Owners filed 40 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Dodge Ram, most often about the engine (40% of complaints, typically around 11,000 miles). It is 6th of 11 Ram model years by number of complaints.

Complaints40
Recalls0
Crashes reported5
Fires reported1
Injuries reported3

Most common 2005 Dodge Ram problems

  1. Engine

    16 complaints · 40%

    Half of these problems showed up before 11,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system.

    (1) vehicle stalls without warning while driving it, vibration while applying brakes,humming noise coming from trans and vehicle vibration at 50 to 65 miles an hour (2) these problems nearly caused an accident on 4 deferent occasions,complained to the dealership many times how unsafe this vehicle is and they won't fix…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2007, at 11,000 miles
    Engine stalls or rough idles whiles coming to brief stops, ie stop signs or red lights. It is usually but not always when I have run the car for the first time of the day within about 5 miles or less, and seems to occur more when outside temps are low. Updated 04/19/07.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2007, at 10,000 miles

  2. Transmission

    11 complaints · 28%

    Half of these problems showed up before 107,500 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.

    Truck would not go into gear. Dodge had a tsb for a faulty transmission filter that would crack. This is what caused the problem. Truck was just over 3,000 miles over warranty but Dodge would not cover the repair. Now truck is stalling when coming to a stop but only when I first start the truck up in the morning.…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2008, at 39,500 miles
    The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH and slowing down, the vehicle started vibrating. The vehicle was diagnosed by a certified mechanic that stated that the rear axle pinion differential needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2022, at 175,000 miles

  3. Brakes

    5 complaints · 13%

    Half of these problems showed up before 11,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components.

    (1) vehicle stalls without warning while driving it, vibration while applying brakes,humming noise coming from trans and vehicle vibration at 50 to 65 miles an hour (2) these problems nearly caused an accident on 4 deferent occasions,complained to the dealership many times how unsafe this vehicle is and they won't fix…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2007, at 11,000 miles
    The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram. When the brakes were depressed at 30 MPH and above the vehicle vibrated. The vehicle vibrated consistently since it was purchased on april 20, 2007. The contact has not driven the vehicle since the failure occurred and stated that the rotors werewarped. The current mileage is 12,981…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2007, at 12,950 miles

  4. Electrical

    3 complaints · 8%

    Parts named most often: ignition, software.

    (2) failure and its consequences and are that we are purchasing a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 series truck that has been taken back to the dealer union chrysler Dodge in union, sc for service due to the engine will cut off while driving.....it has been taken back several times for this problem and the mechanic cannot seem to…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2006, at 20,000 miles
    Engine stalls or rough idles whiles coming to brief stops, ie stop signs or red lights. It is usually but not always when I have run the car for the first time of the day within about 5 miles or less, and seems to occur more when outside temps are low. Updated 04/19/07.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2007, at 10,000 miles

  5. Suspension

    3 complaints · 8%

    Parts named most often: rear, front.

    Tl contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the contact realized that the vehicle was leaning and the rear passenger side was dragging on the ground. She immediately attempted to straighten the vehicle, but it continued to drag and lean. The vehicle immediately stopped after striking the…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2007, at 60,000 miles

Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.

2005 Dodge Ram recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.

Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.

Questions about the 2005 Dodge Ram

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Dodge Ram?
By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (16 complaints, typically around 11,000 miles); transmission (11 complaints, typically around 107,500 miles); brakes (5 complaints, typically around 11,000 miles).
How many recalls does the 2005 Dodge Ram have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2005 Dodge Ram. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
Is the 2005 a bad year for the Dodge Ram?
It is 6th of 11 Ram model years by number of complaints, with 40 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.

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