2005 Dodge Ram problems, complaints & recalls

2024-11-07 · Power Train · 218,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while her husband was driving 40 mph, the vehicle abruptly came to a complete stop in the middle of the roadway. after a visual inspection, the driver observed that the draft shaft had become disconnected. no warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was towed to an independent mech…”

2023-07-10 · Power Train · 200,000 mi · 💥 crash

“the contact owns a 2005 ram 1500. the contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph the vehicle had nearly come to a stop as if the brake pedal had been depressed. the contact stated that his foot had been on the accelerator pedal and he had tried to accelerate but the vehicle was not responding. the contact stated that the steering wheel jerke…”

2023-02-03 · Power Train · 220,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram. the contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 14v796000 (power train) however, the failure recurred. additionally, while the contact was turning at 10 mph, the axle snapped. the vehicle lost motive power and had to be towed to a friend's residence. the vehicle was not dia…”

2022-07-20 · Power Train · 175,000 mi

“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 that the vehicle was not under…”

2021-09-13 · Power Train · 211,000 mi

“the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was wobbling. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed that there was a thumb-sized crack on the driveshaft. the two universal joints and the driveshaft assembly were replaced. the contact later was made aware that nhtsa campa…”

2012-06-14 · Engine

“tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while driving, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle also stalled when the contact made a stop or attempted a turn. in addition, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate over 60 mph. the check engine warning light was illuminated for over one year. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who ad…”

2011-07-01 · Engine And Engine Cooling

“tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram. the contact stated that the vehicle would intermittently stall when accelerating from a stop. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to duplicate or diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 72,360. …”

2011-04-01 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 113,000 mi · 🔥 fire

“tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram. the contact was traveling 70 mph when the vehicle began smoking. the contact pulled to the side and opened hood and found fluids draining from the engine. the contact was assisted by roadside assistance who discovered that the fourth cylinder was leaking from the engine. the vehicle was then towed to a mechani…”

2010-10-05 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 21,000 mi

“tl*the contact owns 2005 dodge ram. the contact stated that while driving 40 mph the vehicle would stall. when the vehicle stalled in heavy traffic a crash could occur. the contact took the vehicle to a local dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer stated that they are unaware of the failure. t…”

2010-06-14 · Fuel System, Diesel · 119,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram with a cummings diesel engine. while traveling at speeds of 55 mph, the contact began to smell diesel fuel and within 15 miles of travel, the fuel level indicator fell from one half of the tank to empty. the vehicle lost power and stalled. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who advised the fuel injector had fr…”