2005 DODGE RAM 3500
7 recalls, 240 complaints - 47 TSBs
14V770000 Dec 3, 2014
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500, 2004-2005 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Chrysler 300, 300C and 300 SRT8 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high ab... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengers frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. For vehicles that were sold, or are currently registered, in Florida, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, owners were notified and the recall began on December 5, 2014. For al... Read more
13V528000 Nov 6, 2013
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Dodge RAM 2500 4x4 and 3500 4x4, model year 2007-2008 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis and model year 2006-2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4 trucks manufactured February 12, 2002, through February 13, 2008. The left tie rod assemb... Read more
Consequence
A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler notified owners and launched its recall campaign in January 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N62.
11V350000 Jul 6, 2011
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 2500/3500 4X4, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH MARCH 28, 2011; MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 3500 CAB CHASSIS 4X2, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH MARCH 28, 2011; AND MODEL YEAR 2008 DODGE RAM 1500 MEGA CAB 4X4, ... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN THE POTENTIAL LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL STABILITY IN THE LEFT HAND FRONT WHEEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TIE ROD ENDS FOR RELATIVE ORIENTATION AND REPLACE THE LEFT OUTER TIE ROD AS REQUIRED AND PERFORM A FRONT END TOE ALIGNMENT AS NEEDED. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 3, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
10E013000 May 3, 2010
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
Defect Description
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. THE PITMAN ARM CAN FRACTURE AND BREAK AWAY FROM THE STEERING BOX CAUSING TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING CON... Read more
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 REPLACE IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FABTECH AT 1-877-432-2832.
07E104000 Dec 11, 2007
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Defect Description
CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN VEHICLES MAY NOT BREAK INTO SMALL PIECES AS EXPECTED OF TEMPERED GLASS AND FAILS TO CONFORM TO FEDER... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT(S) MAY BE SERIOUSLY INJURED BY SHATTERED GLASS.
Remedy
SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE GLASS FREE OF CHARGE. RETAIL CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE TOLL FREE AT 1-888-843-2906. SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS AND REIMBURSE WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS FOR CURRENT INVENTORY AND AT A SPECIFIED RATE FOR REPLACING THEIR CUSTOMER... Read more
07E009000 Feb 1, 2007
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
CERTAIN LKI ENTERPRISES, INC., BRAND NAME SUPERLIFT SUSPENSION, PITMAN ARMS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 2003-2007 DODGE RAM 2500 AND 3500 4X4 LIGHT TRUCKS. DUE TO INADEQUATE HEAT TREATMENT DURING PRODUCTION, THE AFFECTED PITMAN ARMS MAY DEVELOP CRACKS IN THE UPPER SPLINED ATTACHMENT ATTACHMEN... Read more
Consequence
PITMAN ARM WEAR OR FAILURE MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
LKI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PITMAN ARM, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LKI AT 1-800-551-4955.
05V462000 Oct 6, 2005
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH DIESEL ENGINES AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, IN AN ATTEMPT TO EXIT THE VEHICLE QUICKLY WITHOUT SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE AND REMOVING THE KEY, THE DRIVER MAY INADVERTENTLY LEAVE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONTROL IN INDICATED REVERSE.
Consequence
THIS ERROR IS AN UNINTENDED ACTION THAT MAY RESULT IN A LACK OF TRANSMISSION PARK PAWL ENGAGEMENT AND POSSIBLY DELAYED REARWARD MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL PERFORM A SOFTWARE MODIFICATION TO EQUIP THESE VEHICLES WITH AN OUT-OF-PARK ALARM. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Complaint Statistics
240 total complaints
31 crashes 7 fires 17 injuries 3 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STEERING | 51 |
| AIR BAGS | 33 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 25 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 14 |
| SUSPENSION | 14 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 7 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dec 5, 2025
Incident date: Nov 21, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V653000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing downhill and depressing the... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 5, 2025
Incident date: Nov 21, 2025
There was no incident...but I am reporting the fact that Nissan has not provided a remedy and the recall has been in place over a year. I and other owners of affected Nissan Leafs are not able to use the car to its full capacity. I strongly recommend NHTSA encourage/force Nissan to deliver a remedy ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 5, 2025
Incident date: Nov 21, 2025
There was no incident...but I am reporting the fact that Nissan has not provided a remedy and the recall has been in place over a year. I and other owners of affected Nissan Leafs are not able to use the car to its full capacity. I strongly recommend NHTSA encourage/force Nissan to deliver a remedy ... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 23, 2025
Incident date: Nov 23, 2025
I started smelling coolant fumes in my vehicle. Upon inspecting the coolant reservoir, I noticed it was empty. Upon inspecting the radiator itself, I noticed that some of the coolant was leaking. Fumes associated with the leaked liquid touching hot parts in the engine were entering the vehicle ca... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 23, 2025
Incident date: Nov 23, 2025
Complete Engine Failure at 83,986 miles and no prior signs that it was defective. Had GM initially look at it and they refused to cover the repair and indicated that it was due to faulty lifters. Took it to an independent shop, they tore it all down and indicated the lifters had trays that were not ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 16, 2023
Incident date: Sep 15, 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil and the engine was replaced. The conta... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 29, 2023
Incident date: Jul 20, 2023
My Idle Stop feature on the car has become very unreliable. After the car enters the stop state, waking up the car has the following difficulties: Almost regularly, the start up process causes the car's audio and electrical to glitch and will put a warning on the dashboard that the collision mitiga... Read more
STEERING
Jul 29, 2023
Incident date: Jul 20, 2023
THE ESC IS HARD TO STEER AND THE SEATBELT LIGHT STAYS ON EVEN WHEN I'M WEARING MY SEATBELT
SUSPENSION
May 3, 2022
Incident date: May 13, 2020
May 13,2020. 11:32am Driving north, my drive side tire violently shook & suddenly gave way pulling me hard left. I struggling to keep truck in my lane but lost control of steering , the airbags also deployed. Blocking my view. The rode was a blind spot . I thought it was a tire failure. Be of... Read more
Crash
1 injured
1 deaths
STEERING
May 3, 2022
Incident date: May 13, 2020
May 13,2020. 11:32am Driving north, my drive side tire violently shook & suddenly gave way pulling me hard left. I struggling to keep truck in my lane but lost control of steering , the airbags also deployed. Blocking my view. The rode was a blind spot . I thought it was a tire failure. Be of... Read more
Crash
1 injured
1 deaths
WHEELS
May 3, 2022
Incident date: May 13, 2020
May 13,2020. 11:32am Driving north, my drive side tire violently shook & suddenly gave way pulling me hard left. I struggling to keep truck in my lane but lost control of steering , the airbags also deployed. Blocking my view. The rode was a blind spot . I thought it was a tire failure. Be of... Read more
Crash
1 injured
1 deaths
SUSPENSION
Apr 14, 2022
Incident date: Apr 3, 2022
This recall N62 13V-528 was never done by Duwanne Lanes Everett WA even though I was told by the dealership service team that they had done this recall as requested while they had my truck for over 3mo ths time. On April 3 ,2022 my vehicle had a cautostraphic failure of my steerwheell column & cau... Read more
WHEELS
Apr 14, 2022
Incident date: Apr 3, 2022
This recall N62 13V-528 was never done by Duwanne Lanes Everett WA even though I was told by the dealership service team that they had done this recall as requested while they had my truck for over 3mo ths time. On April 3 ,2022 my vehicle had a cautostraphic failure of my steerwheell column & cau... Read more
STEERING
Apr 14, 2022
Incident date: Apr 3, 2022
This recall N62 13V-528 was never done by Duwanne Lanes Everett WA even though I was told by the dealership service team that they had done this recall as requested while they had my truck for over 3mo ths time. On April 3 ,2022 my vehicle had a cautostraphic failure of my steerwheell column & cau... Read more
TIRES
Oct 2, 2021
Incident date: Sep 7, 2021
LT 265 / 70 R 17 Driving at normal highway speed. No warning lamps, no messages, no other symptoms until heard a loud "bang" and steering became very difficult. Pulled over immediately to find a rear tire had exploded at edge of sidewall. The entire tread was blown off in one piece and caused damag... Read more
TIRES
Jul 26, 2021
Incident date: Jul 24, 2021
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 equipped with Cooper Discoverer A/T-3 tires, Tire Size: LT235/80/R17, DOT number: (UPAB1AU4513). While driving 65 MPH, the front passenger’s tire blew out. The blowout left a dent on the front passenger’s side door as well as damaged the front panel on the ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 17, 2021
Incident date: Jul 17, 2021
A massive amount of people in forums have encountered the same problem. When you start the vehicle it will idle pretty rough with black smoke. If and when you press the accelerator pedal it will continue to throttle up on its own. In park or driving! FORUM POST: #1. While driving my 04 Dodge 3500 Cu... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 3, 2020
Incident date: Sep 3, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER BOYFRIEND WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE, HE HAD PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO PARK AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. WHILE HE WAS RETRIEVING ITEMS FROM THE TRUNK, HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL GRINDING SOUND EMITTING FROM THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE BEG... Read more
Crash
1 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 19, 2020
Incident date: Aug 16, 2020
AT 178,000 MILES (APPROXIMATELY), THE REAR SUSPENSION STRAP RUSTED THROUGH AND DROPPED THE REAR END OF THE DIESEL FUEL TANK TO THE PAVEMENT. THE PLASTIC TANK WAS GROUND DOWN BY MOVING OVER THE PAVEMENT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, BUT I WAS ABLE TO RECOGNIZE THE ISSUE BY THE UNUSUAL NOISE AND THUS STOP THE T... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 30, 2020
Incident date: Jun 1, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER WAS ACTIVATED BUT WAS INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE DEFECTIVE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WA... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 1, 2019
Incident date: Sep 5, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND TWO PINS DETACHED FROM THE BRAKE CONTROL MODULE. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN SAFELY DUE TO THE BRAKE FAILURE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.... Read more
SEATS
Jun 13, 2018
Incident date: Oct 6, 2017
DRIVERS SIDE SEAT MOTOR THAT HOLDS THE SEAT FROM MOVING- SNAPPED- SO WHEN YOUY DRIVE YOU GO FORWARD OR BACKWARD AND THE TRUCK HAS 80000 MILES ON IT.
AIR BAGS
Jan 2, 2018
Incident date: Jan 2, 2018
TAKATA RECALL. THE DEALERSHIP WANTS ME TO SIGN A WAIVER IF THEY BREAK MY DASH, THAT I AM RESPONSIBLE. I CALLED DODGE RECALL, ANF D THEY SAY THE SAME THING. WHY SHOULD I HAVE TO PAY FOR THEIR MISTAKES OR POOR WORKMANSHIP? THEY ARE TRYING TO DISCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM GETTING THE NECESSARY REPAIRS NONE T... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 26, 2017
Incident date: Jul 20, 2017
ON JULY 20, 2017 FAMILY AND I WERE RIDING IN OUR METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED 2005 RAM 3500 AT HIGHWAY SPEED IN THE CAPE COD REGION OF MASSACHUSETTS. AFTER AN HOUR TRUCK RUNNING GREAT, OUTSIDE TEMP 92 DEGREES. 30 SECONDS LATER WE HAD A CATASTROPHIC EVENT WHICH PUT US ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.12 QUARTS O... Read more
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 5, 2017
Incident date: Aug 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE INTAKE FUEL PUMP WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, B... Read more
WHEELS
May 26, 2017
Incident date: May 24, 2017
ON FREEWAY GOING OVER EXPANSION JOINTS ENCOUNTERED FOUR SEPARATE TIMES SEVERE STEERING WHEEL SHAKING AND BOUNCING, I HAD TO BRING THE TRUCK TO AN ALMOST COMPLETE STOP TO GET IT TO QUIT! TRAVELING AT 75 MPH AND 60 ON THE FREEWAY ITS SOME THING THATS VERY UNSAFE TO HAVE HAPPEN.
STEERING
May 26, 2017
Incident date: May 24, 2017
ON FREEWAY GOING OVER EXPANSION JOINTS ENCOUNTERED FOUR SEPARATE TIMES SEVERE STEERING WHEEL SHAKING AND BOUNCING, I HAD TO BRING THE TRUCK TO AN ALMOST COMPLETE STOP TO GET IT TO QUIT! TRAVELING AT 75 MPH AND 60 ON THE FREEWAY ITS SOME THING THATS VERY UNSAFE TO HAVE HAPPEN.
SUSPENSION
May 26, 2017
Incident date: May 24, 2017
ON FREEWAY GOING OVER EXPANSION JOINTS ENCOUNTERED FOUR SEPARATE TIMES SEVERE STEERING WHEEL SHAKING AND BOUNCING, I HAD TO BRING THE TRUCK TO AN ALMOST COMPLETE STOP TO GET IT TO QUIT! TRAVELING AT 75 MPH AND 60 ON THE FREEWAY ITS SOME THING THATS VERY UNSAFE TO HAVE HAPPEN.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 17, 2017
Incident date: Apr 14, 2017
THE INJECTOR FUEL LINE KEEP BRAKEING AND PUSHING HIGH PRESSURE FUEL ALL OVER THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND ENGINE AT FULL TEMP. THIS IS WELL KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THIS ENGINE WITH THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE STRANDED EACH YEAR. EXTREME FIRE HAZARD. IT HAS HAPPENED TWICE TO THIS TRUCK IN 800... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 14, 2017
Incident date: Apr 14, 2017
THIS VEHICLE HAS AN ACTIVE RECALL WHICH I AM UNABLE TO RESOLVE THROUGH MY DEALER. THEY TELL ME THEY DON'T HAVE THE PARTS
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 20, 2017
Incident date: Mar 15, 2017
VEH INVOLVED IN MINOR ACCIDENT. REAR WINDOW SHATTERED INTO LONG SHARDS OF GLASS INSTEAD OF SMALL SQUARE PIECES LIKE SAFETY GLASS USUALLY BREAK INTO.
Crash
AIR BAGS
Mar 14, 2017
Incident date: Mar 14, 2017
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 8, 2017
Incident date: Jan 1, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE STATED THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR FAILED. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE HIMSELF AND FOUND THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR WIRES WERE BURNED AND CAUSED THE BLOWER MOTOR TO FAIL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR WIRE AND THE IGNITION WERE ALL IN THE SAME HA... Read more
Fire
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
Mar 8, 2017
Incident date: Jan 1, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE STATED THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR FAILED. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE HIMSELF AND FOUND THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR WIRES WERE BURNED AND CAUSED THE BLOWER MOTOR TO FAIL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR WIRE AND THE IGNITION WERE ALL IN THE SAME HA... Read more
Fire
AIR BAGS
Feb 14, 2017
Incident date: Jun 1, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN JUNE OF 2016. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FO... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 12, 2017
Incident date: Feb 1, 2016
I HAVE RECEIVED THREE DIFFERENT MAILING FOR THE RECALL. I HAVE TRIED IN THREE STATES TO GET THIS REPLACED. WASHINGTON STATE, OHIO STATE, AND IDAHO STATE. NO ONE HAS IT IN STOCK AND DO NOT KNOW WHEN THEY CAN GET IT!!!
AIR BAGS
Feb 6, 2017
Incident date: May 26, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 19, 2017
Incident date: Jul 4, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500 QUAD CAB. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REMEDY WERE STILL NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REP... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 6, 2016
Incident date: Jul 1, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN JULY OF 2016. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FO... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 27, 2016
Incident date: Jun 1, 2016
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MA... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 26, 2016
Incident date: Jul 13, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 12, 2016
Incident date: May 20, 2016
WE JUST HAD THE AIR BAG RECALL FIXED AFTER 2 YEARS AND VARIOUS STATES TRYING TO GET THE PARTS, THE REPAIR WAS DONE IN LEESBURG, FLORIDA AT THE DODGE DEALERSHIP, IS THIS ANOTHER RECALL, [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
AIR BAGS
Jun 14, 2016
Incident date: Jun 15, 2015
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE REMEDY WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE M... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 8, 2016
Incident date: Aug 17, 2015
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 1, 2016
Incident date: May 19, 2016
KNOWN AS DEATH WOBBLE. MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING INTERSTATE 35 NORTH TO MINNESOTA. WE HAD CROSSED A BRIDGE AND THE HIGHWAY WAS ROUGH. THE WOBBLE STARTED IMMEDIATELY AND I COULD NOT CONTROL THE STEERING. I HIT THE BRAKES RIGHT AWAY SINCE THIS HAS HAPPENED BEFORE. HAD TO GET DOWN TO 10 MPH + BEFORE I... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
May 15, 2016
Incident date: May 15, 2016
THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL OFTEN STOP ON THE INTERMITTENT OR SLOWER SETTINGS. THIS HAPPENS WITHOUT WARNING AND THE WIPERS WILL STOP MIDWAY ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD. THE ONLY WAY TO GET THEM STARTED AGAIN IS TO SWITCH THE CONTROL TO THE FASTEST SETTING. THE WIPERS OCCASIONALLY TURN THEMSELVES ON AFTER D... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 15, 2016
Incident date: May 11, 2016
BOTH MOUNTING TABS ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE TAIL LIGHT FIXTURE BROKE ALLOWING THE ENTIRE HOUSING TO FALL OFF ON THE INTERSTATE. IT WAS DANGLING BY THE ELECTRICAL PIGTAIL.
STEERING
May 11, 2016
Incident date: Apr 30, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE TIE ROD DETACHED AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED ... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS
Apr 4, 2016
Incident date: Apr 1, 2016
2005 DODGE 3500. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE AIRBAG LIGHT RECALL NOTICE PROBLEMS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HE WAS FINALLY ABLE TO GET TO THE DEALER, TO GET THE AIR BAG LIGHT PROBLEM CORRECTED. HOWEVER, THE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AGAIN, A FEW MILES FROM THE DEALER. THE DEALER CLAIMED IT WAS D... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 29, 2016
Incident date: Dec 4, 2015
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V77000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MAN... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2005 DODGE RAM 3500
47 manufacturer communications from 35 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 10 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 8 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 7 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) | 2 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| 010000 STEERING | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
9004009
Apr 7, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
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$) are one-time usag
9004009
Mar 31, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usag
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
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 vehi
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
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 vehi
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
31-006-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100519
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100319
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
68332810
Sep 7, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All 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. Installation: 1. C
68332810A
Sep 7, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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.
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
RL108213A$
Jan 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
9003215
Feb 12, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a
9003215
Feb 12, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a
9002887
Feb 11, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with
9002828
Sep 3, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement lease order 68253
9002828
Sep 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement lease order 68253
9002872
Mar 27, 2013
116100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
56045489A$ - Neutral Safety Switch - Trans Assy 06036369AA Screw and Washer is now available as a service part , 2 required to attach Neutral Start Switch
9002519
Mar 20, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
9002688
Feb 13, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or
9002688
Feb 13, 2013
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or
9002688
Feb 13, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or
14-005-12
Nov 29, 2012
350000 EQUIPMENT
Heavy Duty Filtration MOPAR Retrofit or Add On Parts Available
14-005-12
Nov 29, 2012
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Heavy Duty Filtration MOPAR Retrofit or Add On Parts Available
14-005-12
Nov 29, 2012
092300 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER
Heavy Duty Filtration MOPAR Retrofit or Add On Parts Available
SB19-001-11 REVA
Aug 9, 2011
017500 STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
DODGE: BULLETIN PROVIDING ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES FOR TIE ROD BALL STUD HOUSING FOR THE RIGHT AND LEFT. MODEL YRS FOR CAB CHASSIS (REG AND MEGA PICKUPS AND 4X4) 2003-2011. *PE
2100907
May 24, 2007
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
1-2 SHIFT HUNT AT LIGHT THROTTLE. *KB
2100606
Mar 11, 2006
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
TRANSMISSION JUMPS OUT OF REVERSE. *TT
1801505
Aug 17, 2005
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
IDLE SPEED VIBRATION WITH G56 TRANSMISSION. *TT
2101205
Jul 23, 2005
100000 POWER TRAIN
NEW 42RLE VARIABLE LINE PRESSURE TRANSMISSION (VLP). *TT
1802705
Jun 4, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ALL VEHICLES - EVAPORATIVE LEAK DETECTION MONITOR ENHANCEMENT; RAM QUAD CABS VEHICLES HAVE COLD START ROUGH IDLE AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0330, AND/OR P0740. *TT
1901204
May 3, 2005
010000 STEERING
STEERING COLUMN SNAPPING OR TICKING SOUND. *TT
1801305
Apr 19, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
IDLE FLUCTUATION/DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *TT
0801405
Feb 17, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MOPAR ACCESSORY REMOTE STARTER INOPERATIVE DUE TO HOOD SWITCH. *TT
D46
Jan 1, 2005
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WAS INADVERTENTLY PROGRAMMED WITH INCORRECT SOFTWARE. THIS CAN CAUSE THE ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) FUEL SYSTEM MONITOR TO MALFUNCTION. EMISSIONS RECALL D46. *TT
1901004
Nov 29, 2004
010000 STEERING
POWER STEERING FLUID CONTAMINATION. *TT
0422
Oct 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
5.7L ENGINE LONG BLOCK REPAIR / REPLACE PROCEDURES. WARRANTY PLANNING & ADMINISTRATION *TT
1803704
Sep 27, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FUEL ECONOMY IMPROVEMENT, WHITE SMOKE ON START UP, ACCURACY OF FUEL MILEAGE IN OVERHEAD CONSOLE DISPLAY. FLASH. *TT
1800604A
Apr 6, 2004
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
GENERIC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROCEDURE. *TT *MJ THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES BULLETIN 18-006-04A DATED 04/06/2004. *TT
NHTSA Safety Investigations, DODGE RAM 3500
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE08059
Opened: Oct 7, 2008 , Closed: Apr 17, 2009
TURN SIGNAL MALFUNCTION
ODI HAS CLOSED THIS INVESTIGATION BASED ON A REVIEW OF THE COMPLAINTS, OTHER FIELD DATA AND TECHNICAL DATA SUBMITTED BY CHRYSLER TO THE AGENCY.CHRYSLER REPORTS THAT THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH IS HARD WIRED INTO THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (IC) AND THE CLUSTER DECIDES WHICH DIRECTION HAS BEEN SELECTED BASED... Read more
PE02049
Opened: Jun 3, 2002 , Closed: Oct 1, 2002
TIRE VALVE
DODGE RAM 3500 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DODGE RAM 3500 across all model years (1994, 2012).
96
Total Recalls
3,822
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
242
Reported Crashes
157
Reported Fires
9
Reported Deaths
DODGE RAM 3500 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 9 | 502 | View |
| 2011 | 5 | 293 | View |
| 2010 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 5 | 130 | View |
| 2008 | 11 | 221 | View |
| 2007 | 14 | 284 | View |
| 2006 | 11 | 349 | View |
| 2005 (current) | 7 | 240 | |
| 2004 | 7 | 276 | View |
| 2003 | 9 | 330 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 59 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 168 | View |
| 2000 | 1 | 77 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 146 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 134 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 153 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 182 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 132 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 102 | View |
| 1993 | 0 | 26 | View |
| 1992 | 0 | 11 | View |
| 1991 | 0 | 5 | View |