Does the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 have any recalls?

The 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 has 3 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500?

1627 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500?

There are 37 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500.

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2005 Dodge Ram 1500 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

SRT-10 Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
SLT Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
SRT-10 Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Laramie Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Laramie Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
ST Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
ST Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
SLT Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door

Engines covered

8.3L 8275CC 505Cu. In. V10 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
4.7L 287Cu. In. V8 FLEX SOHC Naturally Aspirated
4.7L 287Cu. In. V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
5.7L 345Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
3.7L 226Cu. In. V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2005 Dodge Ram 1500 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V35200024/05/2016Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain mode

Consequence

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger fronta

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will no

NHTSA #10E04000023/08/2010Component: WHEELS:HUB

FEDERAL-MOGUL IS RECALLING CERTAIN CARQUEST, NATIONAL, AND PERCISION BRAND WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES, P/NOS 515073 AND 515073, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT ON MODEL YEAR 2002 THROUGH 2008 DODGE RA

Consequence

A VEHICLE CRASH CAN OCCUR IF THE WHEEL SEPARATES FROM THE VEHICLE.

Remedy

FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND TECHNICIANS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED HUB ASSEMBLIES

NHTSA #10E01300003/05/2010Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN

FABTECH IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT PITMAN ARMS, P/NOS. FTS93001 AND FT44039, INSTALLED FOR USE ON CERTAIN 2003 THROUGH 2008 DODGE 2500 4WD, 3500 4WD, AND 1500 4WD MEGA CAB VEHICLES.

Consequence

STEERING LOSS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH

Remedy

FABTECH WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND AUTHORIZED INSTALLERS WILL INSPECT FOR DEFECTIVE PITMAN ARM AND REPLA

TSB #11010205

Plate - Planetary

TSB #10229256

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicl

TSB #10221686

TSB #10221097

Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage

TSB #10220840

TSB #10220471

Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.

TSB #10191442

Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.

TSB #10191455

Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only.

Showing the 8 most recent of 37 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20140714Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEMCrash reportedFire reported1 fatalities

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE EMBANKMENT AND ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES. T

20140714Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLYCrash reportedFire reported1 fatalities

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE EMBANKMENT AND ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES. T

20140714Component: STEERINGCrash reportedFire reported1 fatalities

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE EMBANKMENT AND ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES. T

20201112Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported3 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 DODGE RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER HUSBAND WAS AT A STOP LIGHT, HE BEGAN TO DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. SHE THEN STATED THAT SHE REMEMBERED THAT THE BED

20160706Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERCrash reported3 injured

CONTACT PLEASE CONTACT ME SO I CAN DESCRIBE WHAT HAPPENED..[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).' *PM

Showing the 5 most serious of 1627 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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