dodge ram 1500 2005 Complaints

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

the consumer stated that inspection was done on vehicle and the hood was found to be corroded. rusting activity was present at time of purchase. there was an exhaust pipe leak mid-point underneath the truck. the inspector stated that this was a major safety concern due to possible intrusion into cab area while driving. also, exhaust system muffler,catalytic converter, and pipe showed signs of extreme overheating. heavy deposits of dry fluffy carbon was evident inside the tail pipe. indication of rich fuel mixture that will cause overheating with possibility of fire. suppose to be new 2005 4x2 ram single cab.*ak *nm

Reported in: PASDENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K85J

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

the consumer stated that inspection was done on vehicle and the hood was found to be corroded. rusting activity was present at time of purchase. there was an exhaust pipe leak mid-point underneath the truck. the inspector stated that this was a major safety concern due to possible intrusion into cab area while driving. also, exhaust system muffler,catalytic converter, and pipe showed signs of extreme overheating. heavy deposits of dry fluffy carbon was evident inside the tail pipe. indication of rich fuel mixture that will cause overheating with possibility of fire. suppose to be new 2005 4x2 ram single cab.*ak *nm

Reported in: PASDENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K85J

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

2005 dodge ram 1500 experiencing problems with premature tire wear, rusted components underneath the vehicle, loose front passenger seat, transmission shifting, speedometer inaccurate, and problems with the body paint. *mr the ride height was low in the front, there was stiff suspension, there was a loose strip rubber above the left door, the suspension bar may have been cracked, there was abnormal scalloping on the front tire outside tread, there was an exhaust pipe leak, the exhaust system components showed signs of overheating. the lower portion of the right side steering knuckle showed a visible line that could possibly crack. the engine idling was harsh when moving the shift into reverse. *sc *jb

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K85J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

2005 dodge ram 1500 experiencing problems with premature tire wear, rusted components underneath the vehicle, loose front passenger seat, transmission shifting, speedometer inaccurate, and problems with the body paint. *mr the ride height was low in the front, there was stiff suspension, there was a loose strip rubber above the left door, the suspension bar may have been cracked, there was abnormal scalloping on the front tire outside tread, there was an exhaust pipe leak, the exhaust system components showed signs of overheating. the lower portion of the right side steering knuckle showed a visible line that could possibly crack. the engine idling was harsh when moving the shift into reverse. *sc *jb

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K85J

STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

2005 dodge ram 1500 experiencing problems with premature tire wear, rusted components underneath the vehicle, loose front passenger seat, transmission shifting, speedometer inaccurate, and problems with the body paint. *mr the ride height was low in the front, there was stiff suspension, there was a loose strip rubber above the left door, the suspension bar may have been cracked, there was abnormal scalloping on the front tire outside tread, there was an exhaust pipe leak, the exhaust system components showed signs of overheating. the lower portion of the right side steering knuckle showed a visible line that could possibly crack. the engine idling was harsh when moving the shift into reverse. *sc *jb

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K85J

TIRES:SIDEWALL

2005 dodge ram 1500 experiencing problems with premature tire wear, rusted components underneath the vehicle, loose front passenger seat, transmission shifting, speedometer inaccurate, and problems with the body paint. *mr the ride height was low in the front, there was stiff suspension, there was a loose strip rubber above the left door, the suspension bar may have been cracked, there was abnormal scalloping on the front tire outside tread, there was an exhaust pipe leak, the exhaust system components showed signs of overheating. the lower portion of the right side steering knuckle showed a visible line that could possibly crack. the engine idling was harsh when moving the shift into reverse. *sc *jb

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K85J

STRUCTURE

2005 dodge ram 1500 experiencing problems with premature tire wear, rusted components underneath the vehicle, loose front passenger seat, transmission shifting, speedometer inaccurate, and problems with the body paint. *mr the ride height was low in the front, there was stiff suspension, there was a loose strip rubber above the left door, the suspension bar may have been cracked, there was abnormal scalloping on the front tire outside tread, there was an exhaust pipe leak, the exhaust system components showed signs of overheating. the lower portion of the right side steering knuckle showed a visible line that could possibly crack. the engine idling was harsh when moving the shift into reverse. *sc *jb

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K85J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

2005 dodge ram 1500 experiencing problems with premature tire wear, rusted components underneath the vehicle, loose front passenger seat, transmission shifting, speedometer inaccurate, and problems with the body paint. *mr the ride height was low in the front, there was stiff suspension, there was a loose strip rubber above the left door, the suspension bar may have been cracked, there was abnormal scalloping on the front tire outside tread, there was an exhaust pipe leak, the exhaust system components showed signs of overheating. the lower portion of the right side steering knuckle showed a visible line that could possibly crack. the engine idling was harsh when moving the shift into reverse. *sc *jb

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K85J

SUSPENSION

2005 dodge ram 1500 experiencing problems with premature tire wear, rusted components underneath the vehicle, loose front passenger seat, transmission shifting, speedometer inaccurate, and problems with the body paint. *mr the ride height was low in the front, there was stiff suspension, there was a loose strip rubber above the left door, the suspension bar may have been cracked, there was abnormal scalloping on the front tire outside tread, there was an exhaust pipe leak, the exhaust system components showed signs of overheating. the lower portion of the right side steering knuckle showed a visible line that could possibly crack. the engine idling was harsh when moving the shift into reverse. *sc *jb

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K85J

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 dodge ram 1500 experiencing problems with premature tire wear, rusted components underneath the vehicle, loose front passenger seat, transmission shifting, speedometer inaccurate, and problems with the body paint. *mr the ride height was low in the front, there was stiff suspension, there was a loose strip rubber above the left door, the suspension bar may have been cracked, there was abnormal scalloping on the front tire outside tread, there was an exhaust pipe leak, the exhaust system components showed signs of overheating. the lower portion of the right side steering knuckle showed a visible line that could possibly crack. the engine idling was harsh when moving the shift into reverse. *sc *jb

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K85J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

(1) anything, anywhere, anytime, any speed. (2) engine stall. brakes and stearing in-operable, total control failure of vehicle. (3) flash update of the trucks computer chip, many trips into the dealer, latest advice from the dealer is they will not do anything about this issue except to note my complaint in the service file...

Reported in: KENT WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D74J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

(1) anything, anywhere, anytime, any speed. (2) engine stall. brakes and stearing in-operable, total control failure of vehicle. (3) flash update of the trucks computer chip, many trips into the dealer, latest advice from the dealer is they will not do anything about this issue except to note my complaint in the service file...

Reported in: KENT WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D74J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

dt: consumer stated that vehicle died approximately five times. took vehicle to dealer ,and they said since there are no codes on the diagnostic machine they could not do anything about it.*ak

Reported in: OROFINO ID || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D25S

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

dt: vehicle runs fine when it's cold. but when it's warm it runs differently. it fuels itself. when coasting above 25 mph it will hold 1500 rpms, and when not having foot on the gas it has no engine braking, it will actually speed up if going down hill. vehicle was taken to 3 different dealers 4 times, and they refused to do anything. *ak

Reported in: NEW STANTON PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16N15J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

dt: consumer states that on two different occasions while doing a three point turn and a u-turn, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle is currently at the dealership being looked at.*ak

Reported in: NAPA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D95S

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my 2004 dodge ram was in the driveway and had not been used for at least 24 hours. an electrical fire started under the hood on the drivers side and totaled the truck. the fire also damaged the driveway and surounding area.

Reported in: FORT MYERS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N84J

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2005 dodge ram 1500 developed a problem with the sensor in the driver's seat belt. *mr the consumer was in the process of mounting a radio, and was bolting it down to the floor on the transmission hump in the front of the front seat. the next day, consumer drove the vehicle and the air bag light illuminated. the problem was that the sensor was in the front driver's seat belt. the consumer had inadvertently drove a sheet metal screw through the wire running to the driver's seat. *sc *jb

Reported in: SPRING TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D25S

SUSPENSION:REAR

we purchased the car on 6/30/05.on 7/4/05, my dayghters friend was driving on the freeway, when he heard a loud bang.thinking that there was a flat tire, he proceeded to move into the breakdown lane. no sooner had he done this, the vehicle began bucking, went airborne, and flipped a minimum of 3 times.none of the airbags deployed.thankfully he wasnt injured, but his passenger was. he had a small gash in his head which required 2 staples.

Reported in: AIEA HI || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT

my transmission suddenly failed (42k) without any warning whatsoever (present or past) while driving along a very busy highway. the vehicle started to suddenly & rapidly slow down and began to surge (rapidly speed up and slow down). the vehicles behind me were forced to suddenly brake; many quickly changed lanes to avoid a collision. i requested assistance with the cost of the repair from dodge via the service manager. the service manager contacted the district representative, dan lewendowski, who refused to assist me with the expense. i had the vehicle towed to a notable transmission shop for repair. upon inspecting the transmission, the transmission shop owner insisted that the transmission failed for some other reason than non-maintenance. he told me that the fluid does not lose it's lubrication at 42,000 miles. this was not the first dodge ram he has serviced with a transmission problem. in fact, he had another dodge ram in the shop the same day with the same problem (the "soft parts" in the transmission had failed). the tranmission shop owner told me that dodge has had a tremendous amount of transmission problems and recommended that i take this matter further. i have been researching this matter on the internet and have located several websites related to the failure of dodge transmissions. i am requesting a reimbursement of $1,900 from dodge for the repair of my transmission. i would also like nhsta to look into this matter further to see if a recall is warranted since this appears to be a known and wide spread problem. i have the damaged/replaced parts in my possession should you wish to inspect them.

Reported in: LANSING MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1B7HF13Z91J

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

dt: the consumer's son was driving when vehicle swerved to miss a deer and it tipped over into a ditch while driving 30 mph. upon impact, the air bag did not deploy. the vehicle would not shut off until it was put into park. the consumer drove the vehicle back home. later it was taken to a body shop, which did not have diagnostic equipment. they said that there was hardly any transmission fluid. oil leaked through transmission tube under the hood. the manufacturer stated that air bags will deploy when driving forward. he told them that according to the vehicles computers it did not show it had been in an accident. the frame was dented, and there was an injury. *ak

Reported in: HALLETTSVILLE TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HA16N35J

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

2005 dodge ram srt left rear wheel broke away from the axle resulting in a rollover and the air bags did not deploy. *mr *nm

Reported in: HONOLULU HI || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3D3HA18H75G

AIR BAGS

2005 dodge ram srt left rear wheel broke away from the axle resulting in a rollover and the air bags did not deploy. *mr *nm

Reported in: HONOLULU HI || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3D3HA18H75G

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab 4x4, 5.7 liter hemi engine, auto trans. 3,000 miles on truck. engine is loud during idle, almost as if there is lifters sticking and or inproper engine tolerances. fuel mileage is very poor, 10-12 miles per gallon in city or highway. window sticker on truck stated 14-city/16-highway when purchased, way off. *jb

Reported in: PFLUGERVILLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab 4x4, 5.7 liter hemi engine, auto trans. 3,000 miles on truck. engine is loud during idle, almost as if there is lifters sticking and or inproper engine tolerances. fuel mileage is very poor, 10-12 miles per gallon in city or highway. window sticker on truck stated 14-city/16-highway when purchased, way off. *jb

Reported in: PFLUGERVILLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45J

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 dodge truck started having a vibration in it at 300 miles. have had it in 5 times in 4 month to be fix. dodge says there is nothing they can do. told dealer i wanted to put it under wyo lemon law. dealer say it is between my and dodge. dodge says it is between me and my dealer i just want a new truck. *nm

Reported in: CODY WY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D25S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

dt: the contact owns a 2005 dodge ran 1500 slt. while coming to a stop at a stop light or stop sign, or while putting the vehicle into reverse, the vehicle stalled without any warning indications. the vehicle restarted directly after this happened . the driving distance of the vehicle has no impact on when vehicle will stall. the vehicle has been to the dealership approximately seven times since the purchasing date. the dealership could not duplicate the problem and could not repair the vehicle. the manufacturer stated that the contact would have to call the dealership to tow the vehicle directly after it stalled, and directed her to not restart the vehicle. due to the mileage on the vehicle the dealership will not trade the vehicle. the dealership has the vehicle and was trying to determine the problem at this time. she told the dealer that she would not take the vehicle back until the problem was fixed. *ak updated 11/16/2005. *nm

Reported in: TANEYTOWN MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D65J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

2005 ram 1500 quad cab 4x4 / 5.7l hemi 1) intermittently stalls at low rpm. after multiple times reporting the issue. no intervention has been taken to correct the issue. 2) drivers seat shimmies back and forth when braking or starting out. also reported multiple times. one time part of the seat frame was replaced but had no effect on correcting the problem. also reported directly to chrysler under their case number kmm3191569v95411l0km. *jb

Reported in: HURDLE MILLS NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15S

SEATS

2005 ram 1500 quad cab 4x4 / 5.7l hemi 1) intermittently stalls at low rpm. after multiple times reporting the issue. no intervention has been taken to correct the issue. 2) drivers seat shimmies back and forth when braking or starting out. also reported multiple times. one time part of the seat frame was replaced but had no effect on correcting the problem. also reported directly to chrysler under their case number kmm3191569v95411l0km. *jb

Reported in: HURDLE MILLS NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15S

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

dt: when the contact's vehicle crashed with another vehicle both frontal airbags failed to deploy. the vehicle was totaled. the vehicle has not been inspected. therefore, the reason for the airbag deployment failure was unknown. *ak

Reported in: GOLDEN VALLEY AZ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HA16D35J

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i just bought a new 2005 dodge magnum 1500 ram long bed from the dealer in november 2005. after the second day of driving on the highway i noticed the truck vibrated a lot at around 65 mph. i returned the truck to get the tires balanced at the dealer and they said that tires needed no balancing and the shaking was fixed. the next day going to work the shaking started at around 63 mph and i returned to the dealer and test drove with mechanic and they balanced the tires. this time one tire was found unbalanced and was told that these truck shake at those speeds and when there is less than 300 pounds on the bed. i made another appointment so that they could do more tests and test drive. same thing was said. they said everything was normal and nothing could be done and that i need to put 300 plus pounds on the bed to fix the problem. i called the 1-800 customer service for the manufacturer and they called the dealer and told me to go and make another appointment. i went to the dealer the next business day and the service department said that there was no need for any further appointment and there was nothing to be done as those long beds and model shake that way with less than 300 pound on the bed. i could not get another appointment or go on a test drive. at this point i think that is a safety issue because if you were to go on a long trip, and most highways and interstate have speeds of 60 and above, you would not be able to look through the mirrors to merge into lanes or see other cars if the truck is shaking. if you are driving to work and the passenger puts a drink in the cup holder, and you are on the highway, and if the drink spills because of the shaking would that cause a shortage and /or distraction. it would be a safety issue to have to load and unload the 300 plus pounds of whatever from the bed when you have to load plywood or anything that require the dimension of the bed. *jb

Reported in: SPARKS NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75J

TIRES

i just bought a new 2005 dodge magnum 1500 ram long bed from the dealer in november 2005. after the second day of driving on the highway i noticed the truck vibrated a lot at around 65 mph. i returned the truck to get the tires balanced at the dealer and they said that tires needed no balancing and the shaking was fixed. the next day going to work the shaking started at around 63 mph and i returned to the dealer and test drove with mechanic and they balanced the tires. this time one tire was found unbalanced and was told that these truck shake at those speeds and when there is less than 300 pounds on the bed. i made another appointment so that they could do more tests and test drive. same thing was said. they said everything was normal and nothing could be done and that i need to put 300 plus pounds on the bed to fix the problem. i called the 1-800 customer service for the manufacturer and they called the dealer and told me to go and make another appointment. i went to the dealer the next business day and the service department said that there was no need for any further appointment and there was nothing to be done as those long beds and model shake that way with less than 300 pound on the bed. i could not get another appointment or go on a test drive. at this point i think that is a safety issue because if you were to go on a long trip, and most highways and interstate have speeds of 60 and above, you would not be able to look through the mirrors to merge into lanes or see other cars if the truck is shaking. if you are driving to work and the passenger puts a drink in the cup holder, and you are on the highway, and if the drink spills because of the shaking would that cause a shortage and /or distraction. it would be a safety issue to have to load and unload the 300 plus pounds of whatever from the bed when you have to load plywood or anything that require the dimension of the bed. *jb

Reported in: SPARKS NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75J

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

dt: the contact states after parking vehicle she got out of the vehicle and it popped out of gear and hit another vehicle. at a later time the contact's husband put the vehicle in park and it popped out of gear. the vehicle was taken to dealer to be inspected. he drove the vehicle and the same thing happened, it popped out of gear. however, no repairs have been made. *ak

Reported in: SULPHUR KY || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D05S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

stalling issue with 2005 dodge ram 1500 ext cab. approx 2500 miles. truck stalls intermitently while in reverse or shifting from reverse to forward. the issue has occured several times since purchasing the vehicle. the dealer has investigated two or three times. initial investigation determined possible cause as contact issues with ignitiion swith module and it was replaced. since then the truck has stalled two additional times and is again at the dealership for investigation into root cause. the dealer is having a difficult time determining the issue since the stalling is intermittent and cannot be easily repeated. overall the dealer has been responsive to the issue but has not yet implemented a permanent fix. *nm

Reported in: DYERSVILLE IA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15S

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

stalling issue with 2005 dodge ram 1500 ext cab. approx 2500 miles. truck stalls intermitently while in reverse or shifting from reverse to forward. the issue has occured several times since purchasing the vehicle. the dealer has investigated two or three times. initial investigation determined possible cause as contact issues with ignitiion swith module and it was replaced. since then the truck has stalled two additional times and is again at the dealership for investigation into root cause. the dealer is having a difficult time determining the issue since the stalling is intermittent and cannot be easily repeated. overall the dealer has been responsive to the issue but has not yet implemented a permanent fix. *nm

Reported in: DYERSVILLE IA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15S

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

dt: the contact stated while making a right turn in 2005 dodge ram the rear driver's side tire came off and went under the vehicle. he had the vehicle towed to a dealership , and they would not look at the vehicle because he did not buy it there. the contact paid to have it towed to the dealership where he purchased it. the manufacturer sent a field representative to inspect the vehicle. he found a broken axle, which caused the tire separation. the manufacturer refused to fix the vehicle under warranty. therefore, there have been no repairs made to the vehicle . the contact stated the vehicle had never been off road, and there were no pot holes where the incident occurred. he has pictures of the location where the tire came off. *ak

Reported in: LEBANON TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D75S

SUSPENSION:REAR

dt: the contact stated while making a right turn in 2005 dodge ram the rear driver's side tire came off and went under the vehicle. he had the vehicle towed to a dealership , and they would not look at the vehicle because he did not buy it there. the contact paid to have it towed to the dealership where he purchased it. the manufacturer sent a field representative to inspect the vehicle. he found a broken axle, which caused the tire separation. the manufacturer refused to fix the vehicle under warranty. therefore, there have been no repairs made to the vehicle . the contact stated the vehicle had never been off road, and there were no pot holes where the incident occurred. he has pictures of the location where the tire came off. *ak

Reported in: LEBANON TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D75S

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL

05/dodge truck ram 1500/quad 140wb 4x2 transmission shifts all the time in over drive . it doesn't shift in tow/ haul like that. after four times in shop they say this normal to do this. 1,400 miles later the rear axle pinion seal was leaking. seal#52070340-ab. they just change the seal and add lubricant#4874469. in passing a car it will run up too 5800 rpms,then go to 2500 rpms then 1800 rpms. *nm

Reported in: QUARRYVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N85S

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

offset accident at approx 30 mph. hit parked car. damage to fender. passenger wheel broke off. also brake lines severed. result is loss of control and ability to stop. truck is at dealer for repairs. should a wheel break off so easily. what are the standards. i have seen at least one other truck with the same damage. *jb

Reported in: RIVERSIDE CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HA18NX5S

WHEELS

offset accident at approx 30 mph. hit parked car. damage to fender. passenger wheel broke off. also brake lines severed. result is loss of control and ability to stop. truck is at dealer for repairs. should a wheel break off so easily. what are the standards. i have seen at least one other truck with the same damage. *jb

Reported in: RIVERSIDE CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HA18NX5S

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

during cold weather, you can put the vehicle in reverse and it will not move at all, to get it to move you have to put the vehicle back in park and then in reverse and sort of wiggle the shifting lever. also during in cold weather the vehicle when in drive wants to take off by itself and you have to press the brake pedal down hard to keep it from taking off into traffic. *jb

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N55S

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

dt*: the contact stated while idling in the driveway the vehicle jumped into reverse and went backward into a garage. the vehicle and garage were damaged. the vehicle was seen by the dealership and repaired under warranty. *nm

Reported in: SPOKANE WA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3D7KS28C45G

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

brake rotor warping, front and rear-front replaced at approx 15000 miles and both front and rear replaced at 29000 miles. *nm

Reported in: HERMON ME || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D25J

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

transmission in my 2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab pick-up truck with only 3656 miles on it is making a whining sound when it is warmed up, the vehicle was brought back to the dealership where it was purchased and looked at by one of the service technicians, the technician stated that the transmission would need a torque converter and a front pump. the manufacturer of the vehicle was contacted and the parts which were requested by the dealership under warranty were denied by the manufacturer, so at this time i was told by the service director that i would have to live with it and was sent home with the transmission still whining as it was when i brought it in, this condition to me is completely unacceptable and it is unsafe.*jb

Reported in: RONKONKOMA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18DX5S

SUSPENSION

dt*: the contact stated while driving at 30mph, the vehicle was involved in a crash. the brake pedal was depressed; however the vehicle did not stop and hit another vehicle. the contact was wearing a safety restraint and received no injuries. there was considerable amount of damage to both vehicles involved. the vehicle was taken to the local dealership prior to the incident concerning brake problems. the dealer had previously replaced the rear axle, rear brakes, rear brake drum, rear brake pads, brake shoes, linings and also the rear spring. the dealer stated no additional repairs could be completed until the manufacturer released other tsb's. the police filed a report at the scene.

Reported in: CEDAR PARK TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HE28K05S

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

dt*: the contact stated while driving at 30mph, the vehicle was involved in a crash. the brake pedal was depressed; however the vehicle did not stop and hit another vehicle. the contact was wearing a safety restraint and received no injuries. there was considerable amount of damage to both vehicles involved. the vehicle was taken to the local dealership prior to the incident concerning brake problems. the dealer had previously replaced the rear axle, rear brakes, rear brake drum, rear brake pads, brake shoes, linings and also the rear spring. the dealer stated no additional repairs could be completed until the manufacturer released other tsb's. the police filed a report at the scene.

Reported in: CEDAR PARK TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HE28K05S

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

involved in low speed crash. airbag did not deploy. lap/shoulder harness didn't restrain me. suffered fracture nose..hematoma of eye...truck suffered a lot of front end damage. *jb

Reported in: COXSACKIE NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU16NX5J

SEAT BELTS

involved in low speed crash. airbag did not deploy. lap/shoulder harness didn't restrain me. suffered fracture nose..hematoma of eye...truck suffered a lot of front end damage. *jb

Reported in: COXSACKIE NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU16NX5J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

when headlights are on--usually at night--dash lights will dim and intensify intermittently while driving. dome light has come on occasionally. i appreciated the service department's efforts to educate me on my vehicle the last time i brought it in for this problem, but i am fully aware of how the dome light switch works. 2. turn signal does not function safely. intermittently, while driving, right turn signal does not work when engaged. after trying a multitude of times to engage, signal comes on, but does not stay on constantly. signal will blink, stop and start randomly. sometimes, the opposite signal will blink. 3. when headlights and fog lights were on, fog lights and/or headlights have cut out. this was not a result of switching to high beam. *nm

Reported in: KUNA ID || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

my 2005 dodge ram 1500 regular cab truck was involved in an accident. air bags never deployed on this vehicle. the truck was hit in the right front area, the bumper was knocked up into the engine compartment. i was slammed against the steering wheel and the drivers door in this collision. the vehicle was a total loss, so no repairs were done. this vehicle is not listed in your description. *nm

Reported in: ANDERSON SC || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HA16D45J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

my 2005 dodge ram 1500 daytona edition quadcab swb, vin [xxx], is equipped with the 5.7 liter hemi engine and stalls unexpectedly when at idle and/or low speed. the check engine light does not come on and the vehicle restarts as if no problem occurred. nhtsa choices for model do not include quadcab swb dodge rams. *nm updated 07/16/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Reported in: FAYETTEVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D95J

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

dt*: the contact stated after the vehicle was driven, parked, and then restarted, the transmission felt as though it was dragging. the problem was intermittent and occurred every month and a half. the dealership was unable to determine a problem, but replaced the solenoid in an attempt to repair. the problem persists.

Reported in: MURRIETA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D65J

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

when refueling the vehicle, the automatic shut-off on the pump works correctly but the tank will bubble up fuel causing a spill. i never top-off the tank! the dealer has worked on this twice and is scheduling a third appointment. i am concerned that they have no idea why this is happening. *jb

Reported in: LAS CRUCES NM || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16NX5J

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds, while letting go of the steering wheel, the vehicle drifted quickly from side to side. additionally, there was a noise coming from the right front wheel well and the noise was more pronounced while driving across rough road conditions. also, while placing the vehicle in reverse, there was a loud vibration from the driveshaft. the vehicle was seen by a dealer for the steering and driveshaft. the dealer performed a wheel alignment to correct the steering problem, but was unable to determine the cause of the vibration. the vehicle is currently at the dealership for further inspection. *ak

Reported in: WILLOW SPRING NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18NX5S

SUSPENSION:AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC)

dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds, while letting go of the steering wheel, the vehicle drifted quickly from side to side. additionally, there was a noise coming from the right front wheel well and the noise was more pronounced while driving across rough road conditions. also, while placing the vehicle in reverse, there was a loud vibration from the driveshaft. the vehicle was seen by a dealer for the steering and driveshaft. the dealer performed a wheel alignment to correct the steering problem, but was unable to determine the cause of the vibration. the vehicle is currently at the dealership for further inspection. *ak

Reported in: WILLOW SPRING NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18NX5S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

2005 dodge ram 1500 slt dies when slowing to 10 - 20 mph. problem is intermittent. no steering or power. must stop then restart vehicle. dealer unable to identify problem, so far. *nm

Reported in: KANSAS CITY KS || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

dt*: the contact stated while driving 55 mph the vehicle hit another vehicle from behind and the frontal air bags did not deploy. the vehicle sustained frontal damage and a police report was filed at the scene. the passengers were wearing seatbelts and two passengers sustained minor injuries. the vehicle was driven home. the dealership and manufacturer were not alerted.

Reported in: PLAINFIELD IN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while driving 2005 dodge ram 1500 4x4,i went to pass a slower moving vehicle,the truck went into passing gear, and the accelerator stuck all the way to the floor. i tried to lift it with my foot and only the plastic portion of the pedal came up, the truck was still going at full foot pedal. i looked at speedometer and was going over 100 + miles and hour, the only thing i could think to do was to put it in neutral, but at that rpm the motor would surely blow. i stood on the brakes, until i was slowing a bit and then put in neutral,at which time the motor was free revving at redline. i was able to stop, all the while the motor was red lining, and then shut the key off. thank goodness the brakes held, i don't know how much longer they would have though , there was smoke rolling off the entire front end of the truck. i notified the dealer, who recommended that i call roadside assistance and have it towed in ,he gave me the number , and was sorry for this happening, and unfortunately he had no porter to come and pick me up, could i stay with the truck until tow truck arrived. i called the tow truck assistance and waited for them to arrive , the man informed me that when the key is shut off, it resets itself, he started the truck and drove it up on the flat bed. i arrived at the dealership and they are going to look at it sometime. last week my 17 year old daughter was driving the same vehicle and had a minor incident while pulling into a parking lot, witnesses stated that the truck was going fast. last week i like any mother thought it was her driving skills,after today , it's really made me think about her incident. and what would have happened if it was her driving? i saw my life pass by me today literally. i don't want to drive it again. what should i do. i have only had this truck 10 months!!!!!!!!!! *nm

Reported in: ASHTABULA OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

truck was bought new with 42 miles and at 9k the brake rotors were replaced because of excessive wear. again at 14k miles the brakes needed to be replaced, but this time the dealer refused to pay. the rotors only had 5k miles and 3 months. i spoke with chrylser, the general manager of the dealership, and the service manager and they are telling me this is normal wear and tear. i told them this was unacceptable that rotors were wearing out so quickly. i have made 3 attempts to fix the problem and it is still not fixed. i am comtemplating the next step in the repair process. hopefully, the nhtsa can be of some assistance. *jb

Reported in: WEXFORD PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55S

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

front rotors requiring refacing at 17,000 miles. rotors requiring refacing at 22,000 miles. rotors requiring refacing/replacement at 33,000 miles. *nm

Reported in: WOODBRIDGE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N15J

SUSPENSION:FRONT

right front wheel assembly separated from the vehicle causing extensive damage to the front suspension, bumper quarter panel. usaa insurance company paid for repair. have filed a claim with daimler/chrysler to reimburse for repair. have no response. *nm

Reported in: WOODBRIDGE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N15J

WHEELS:RIM

right front wheel assembly separated from the vehicle causing extensive damage to the front suspension, bumper quarter panel. usaa insurance company paid for repair. have filed a claim with daimler/chrysler to reimburse for repair. have no response. *nm

Reported in: WOODBRIDGE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N15J

STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

truck swerved to miss a dear in the road, when turning back, left front wheel came off truck, spindle shaft broke at bearing, causing truck to roll over, truck was totaled and driver injured, a couple small contusions, hit head and bruised elbow. truck had 12000 miles on it. no correction taken, truck is totaled. when wheel came off truck, truck was starting to skid, wheel did not come into contact with anything but the paved surface, was not struck by anything. i believe the spindle shaft failed, witch should not fail under such conditions, i am a certified ford technician. it should take a very hard impact for the spindle to fail if at all. *nm

Reported in: ROSHARON TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HA18D35J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

my vehicle is a swb quad cab 4x4 1500 6 ft bed. i was traveling at 30 -35- mph going through a slight right curve when the engine shut off and i lost all power in the vehicle (in traffic) i put the vehicle in neutral and restarted the truck at about 20 - 25 mph and continued on. the trucked had been running for about 20 min before it happened. the second time i was leaving work and pulled up to the automatic gate and stopped to wait for it to open and the truck just died. it had only been running for about 2-3 min. *jb

Reported in: CINCINNATI OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N45S

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my vehicle is a swb quad cab 4x4 1500 6 ft bed. i was traveling at 30 -35- mph going through a slight right curve when the engine shut off and i lost all power in the vehicle (in traffic) i put the vehicle in neutral and restarted the truck at about 20 - 25 mph and continued on. the trucked had been running for about 20 min before it happened. the second time i was leaving work and pulled up to the automatic gate and stopped to wait for it to open and the truck just died. it had only been running for about 2-3 min. *jb

Reported in: CINCINNATI OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N45S

VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

about 1:00 pm on september 26th i opened the front drivers side door on my 2005 dodge ram 1500 5.7 hemi, swb quadcab laramie to look fro some papers. the outside temperature that day was abut 80 degrees. i then pressed the unlock door button to release the lock on the rear drivers side door. i closed the drivers side front door and then opened to drivers side rear door. after looking for some papers i closed the rear drivers side door. at the exact instance the door closed i heard a moderate popping noise. i looked into the truck bed and saw tinted glass and realized that the rear window had popped out. the passenger side of the rear window had shattered into many pieces. i contacted the dealer where i had purchased the vehicle and they had me to bring the vehicle in so that they could take pictures and to send to chrysler for determination if the window would be covered under mfr's vehicle warranty. i took the vehicle in on september 27th. awaiting an answer. *nm

Reported in: PASS CHRISTIAN MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D65S

AIR BAGS

dt*: the contact stated while driving 45 mph on a city street, a vehicle pulled out in front of the contact causing a collision. occupants of both vehicles sustained minor injuries, and the air bags did not deploy. a police report was taken. the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop who determined it was totaled. the dealer was notified. the manufacturer informed the consumer it was not a center collision, it was more of an angular collision. updated 12/28/06. *jb

Reported in: CORDOVA TN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35S

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

dt*: the contact stated there was a warning light on the dashboard stating "lamp out" which illuminated intermittently. this was always accompanied by one or both of the headlights ceasing to function. the headlight switch was shut off, then turned back on. this temporarily fixed the problem. the vehicle was not seen by a service dealer.

Reported in: STROUDSBURG PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D35S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

(1) coming to a stop light/sign has stalled 10 times (2) stalls in the intersection - could cause an accident (3) replaced oxygen sensor under warranty(dealer should have) has not fixed the problem. *nm

Reported in: EDGEWOOD MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D05S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab 4.7l v8. 3-4 times / week the engine stalls while driving less than 10 mph, usually while slowing down to stop and sometimes while accelerating slowly. check engine light is on with engine codes p0404 & p0406 set (egr valve) talked to service department at dodge dealership. they said that this is a common problem with this model and that dodge isn't doing anything to correct it unless i pay to have them fix it. the egr valve apparently has a design flaw and prone to fail. *jb

Reported in: WINSTON SALEM NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

i lease a 2005 dodge ram 1500 4x4 with the 5.7l hemi. my vehicle has roughly 17,800 miles on it. i am having stalling problems with it. in early november i went outside to turn my truck on to warm it up. i moved it forward about 5 feet and put it in park. when i did this, the engine shut off on it's own. i took me about three minutes to restart the vehicle. once it restarted, it ran fine and showed no other symptoms of a problem. on december 3, 2006, i was driving home and exiting from the freeway. when i reached the red light, i stopped and the truck stalled out. i restarted it and it ran for about five seconds and stalled again. i put the car into neutral and started it and kept my foot on the gas to keep it running. at the next light it died again and continued to do it everytime i stopped. i took it into the dealership on december 5, 2006. they looked at it and said that they could not find anything wrong with it. the computer did not show any codes and they could not duplicate the problem. it only happens periodically and it did run okay as i drove it to the dealership. on december 6, 2006 i was driving the vehicle and it stalled again at a stop. i am scheduled to take it into the dealership again on december 12 to have them "flash the pcm". the dealer has informed me that their special tech has seen this problem on a few other vehicles and does not quite know how to fix the problem. i have done some research and found that the nhtsa is conducting an investigation for this problem in dodge rams and dodge durangos. i have two small children and do not feel safe to drive them in this vehicle. my wife and i make conscious decisions regarding our childrens safety. placing them into a vehicle that stalls at will is not smart. if you have any guidance or information that would assist in this matter, it would be greatly appreciated. *nm

Reported in: GRAND BLANC MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D65S

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

since day one of purchasing the vehicle in sept. 2005, i have had a problem with it stalling or lunging forward when shifting (automatic) into drive. it has been to the dealership on at least 3 occasions, 1 with me duplicating the problem. they are unable to fix the problem and do not seem concerned with getting it fixed. *jb

Reported in: GLEN ALLEN VI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

this complaint is a continuance of a previous complaint number 10175625 filed 12/08/2006. i have an ongoing problem with my 2005 dodge ram 1500 4x4 with the 5.7l hemi. the vehicle will at times stall when driving down the road. it seems to happen more often when the vehicle is cold and it is cold out side (near freezing). since i filed my first complaint, i have had additional stalling occurrences with the vehicle. it was picked up from the service department on december 15, 2006. it was driven about 60 miles without incident. on the 16th, i went to the store. as i exited my neighborhood, the vehicle reached about 30 mph and hesitated where it would not accelerate any further for about three seconds and then stalled. i restarted it and continued down the road. when i left the store to come home about five minutes later, the same thing happened but only with a one second hesitation and stalled. i called the service department right away and dropped it off to them the following monday morning. i have been working with the dealership where i originally purchased the vehicle. their customer service has been excellent. the service department has not yet been able to duplicate the problem. they have replaced both transmission filters and a crank sensor. this has not fixed the problem. the dealership currently has possession of my vehicle for the third time in two weeks. i have expressed to both the dealership and chrysler, both verbally and in writing, my sincere concern for the safety of myself and my family. i do not feel that this vehicle is safe to drive until it is fixed. i have asked that if it is not able to be properly diagnosed and fixed, to release me form my lease obligations with chrysler financial. *nm

Reported in: GRAND BLANC MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D65S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

engine stalling, engine stalls in all driving conditions. pcm has been updated with new code and still occurs. several components replaced and still engine stalls. dodge service department recommended higher octane fuel and the engine still stalls. we have made a total of ten repair attempts and the engine still stalls on average one to two times per week. one occurrence of stalling left the pickup in intersection which caused a near-miss traffic accident. *nm

Reported in: NAPA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D95S

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2005 ram 1500 decelerated while in cruise control on an upgrade. after several seconds the vehicle kicked down and raced the hemi engine. this was with enough power to push me into my seat. it exceeded the set speed by 7 mph and then returned to normal cruise behavior. upon exiting the highway i stopped for a light at the end of the exit ramp. while waiting for the light to change the engine attempted at stall and then raced the engine up to 2500 rpms, then back to stall. this occurred three times before returning to normal idle. wilson dodge in torrington ct is finding no codes in the computer to explain the erratic behavior of the vehicle. *jb

Reported in: TORRINGTON CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55S

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

2005 ram 1500 decelerated while in cruise control on an upgrade. after several seconds the vehicle kicked down and raced the hemi engine. this was with enough power to push me into my seat. it exceeded the set speed by 7 mph and then returned to normal cruise behavior. upon exiting the highway i stopped for a light at the end of the exit ramp. while waiting for the light to change the engine attempted at stall and then raced the engine up to 2500 rpms, then back to stall. this occurred three times before returning to normal idle. wilson dodge in torrington ct is finding no codes in the computer to explain the erratic behavior of the vehicle. *jb

Reported in: TORRINGTON CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

since buying my 2005 dodge crewcab 1500 pickup i have been experiencing bad headaches. i went to a number of doctors and underwent a number of tests. no cause for my ongoing headaches could be found. last weekend my oldest son and i went on a several hour trip in the truck and we both became sick. on a hunch i stopped and purchased a carbon monoxide tester and when placed in the cab of the truck it sounded an alarm. in the next few days i tried the alarm many times and on all occasions it sounded an alarm. i feel that there is some fault with this truck that is allowing, or causing, carbon monoxide into the cab of the truck. *nm

Reported in: MATTHEWS NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

on my 2005 dodge ram with the 5.7 hemi at times will stall at lights i have taken the vehicle to the dealer and they were not able to recreate the concern in 2 days. i went to the dealer and duplicated the concern within 10 miles. the technician told me the transmission fluid was low and added fluid. i drove the vehicle for a day and was stopped at a stop sign, the vehicle lunged forward and stalled. i have requested assistance from dcx and they wanted to flash the pcm. i let them know the pcm was replaced a week earlier for a charging system concern i had. i believe the pcm should have come with the latest software. *jb

Reported in: EASTPOINTE MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15S

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns the 2005 dodge ram pickup 1500 series. the vehicle stalled when approaching a traffic lights and stop sign. the vehicle stalled while driving 10 mph. the engine shut down and the vehicle lost power. occasionally was able to restart the vehicle immediately. otherwise, it took 3-5 minutes to restart the vehicle. there were no warning indicator lights present when the vehicle stalled . the road conditions were not a factor. the dealer was uable to diagnose the failure. the current and failure mileage was 17,800. *ak

Reported in: SOUTH CHARLESTON OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18DX5S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quadcab lwb. while merging into traffic at 55 mph the contact accelerated and the gauges on the dashboard began fluctuating out of control. the vehicle then shut off and the gauges remained stagnant. the engine locked up and the vehicle was towed to a mechanic. the mechanic stated that the failure was caused by sludge build-up. the warranty will not cover the repair because the dealer stated that the vehicle did not receive routine oil changes. the contact insisted that the vehicle has had regular oil changes. currently, he must pay $10,000 for a new engine. the current and failure mileages were 44,200.*ak

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N25S

TIRES

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab lwb. while driving 50 mph or greater, the vehicle vibrates roughly. the dealer and manufacturer were notified and stated that the failure stems from the vehicle's tires. the tire manufacturer rebalanced the tires, but the failure persisted. the dealer sent the vehicle to a different tire shop who was also unable to repair the vehicle. the vehicle manufacturer stated that the tires are at fault, however the tire manufacturer stated that their is failure within the vehicle. when the original tires and rims were tested separately, they did not exhibit any failures. the tire information was unavailable, however all but one of the tires share the same dot number. the contact has the repair orders. the current and failure mileages were 20,000.

Reported in: PARIDISE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D65S

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

shortly after purchasing the vehicle i was backing up in driveway and the vehicle hesitated, began moving, and then stalled. that same afternoon i was leaving work and the same identical thing happened. i contacted the dealer, and they stated there was a technical service bulletin and to bring it in. i took it to dealer, and they did an update or something. recently it started hesitating when put in gear and has stalled on several occasions either when being placed in gear or when coming to a stop. it acted like it didn't want to go, then like the transmission was binding, and just before stalling it lunged forward or backwards, depending on direction of travel, before stalling.*ak

Reported in: LEESVILLE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D85S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

vehicle engine stalls when slowing to make turn or just slowing to speeds below 25mph.

Reported in: WENATCHEE WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N65S

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

while driving at a speed of 30 mph the outside sidewall and tread completely separated on the tire. these were cooper discoverer s/t lt265/70 r17 made in utah 02/05. the side wall remained on the rim as well as the remaining parts of the tire, it was wide open between the tread and the sidewall all the way around the tire. not a "blowout" the tire came apart. if this would have been at highway speed i wouldn't be writing this.

Reported in: MELBOURNE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D35S

TIRES:SIDEWALL

while driving at a speed of 30 mph the outside sidewall and tread completely separated on the tire. these were cooper discoverer s/t lt265/70 r17 made in utah 02/05. the side wall remained on the rim as well as the remaining parts of the tire, it was wide open between the tread and the sidewall all the way around the tire. not a "blowout" the tire came apart. if this would have been at highway speed i wouldn't be writing this.

Reported in: MELBOURNE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D35S

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quadcab lwb. the vehicle accelerated automatically to 20 mph when the contact placed it in drive. the vehicle traveled six feet and crashed into the garage door. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they were unable to diagnose the cause of failure. the current and failure mileages were 13,194.

Reported in: CHANDLER AZ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D65S

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

have 2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab with factory installed 20" chrome wheels. brakes have gone out twice in 23,000 miles, at 13,000 and now again at 23,000. dealer refuses to accept any manufacturer defect.

Reported in: DES PERES MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D35S

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quadcab lwb. while driving 50 mph, one of the ball joints fell from the vehicle. the contact was able to pull to the side of the road. the vehicle was then pulled by another vehicle to a repair shop and eventually taken to the dealer. the dealer stated that all of the ball joints were dry rotted and needed to be replaced, however, the repair parts were unavailable. the contact is currently waiting for the parts to arrive. the current mileage was 66,427 and failure mileage was 48,000.

Reported in: LUCEDALE MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18DX5S

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quadcab lwb. while driving 50 mph, one of the ball joints fell from the vehicle. the contact was able to pull to the side of the road. the vehicle was then pulled by another vehicle to a repair shop and eventually taken to the dealer. the dealer stated that all of the ball joints were dry rotted and needed to be replaced, however, the repair parts were unavailable. the contact is currently waiting for the parts to arrive. the current mileage was 66,427 and failure mileage was 48,000.

Reported in: LUCEDALE MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18DX5S

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quadcab lwb. while driving less than 10 mph, the vehicle stalled, the steering wheel and brake pedal locked, and the vehicle came to a complete stop. the vehicle restarted immediately. the contact stated that he was in a near head on crash on october 14, 2007 due to the stalling. the vehicle has stalled on 30 occasions. he took the vehicle to the dealer and it stalled when it was test driven. the dealer stated that nothing could be done because the engine light did not illuminate. the contact stated that nhtsa performed investigation number ea05018 for vehicle stalling. the current mileage was 59,594 and failure mileage was 57,000.

Reported in: BROUSSARD LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N25J

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

after my truck was sitting without starting for a couple of days, it would not go into reverse. i would hit the accelerator and the truck would not move. after a while, it would start to sift into gear with a very loud noise. i also noticed, that when i was coming to a stop, but didn't completely stop, the transmission would hit very hard upon acceleration. i have taken it to the shop three times. the first time i was told that since there was no code, that it was fine. i stated that if it was a mechanical issue, that you may not get a code. for instance, if you lose a tire on the road. the second time, they adjusted the electronic shifter, but it didn't help. the third time, they changed the filter, but only put silicone on the pan with no gasket. i was told that the tranny had a problem with the filter allowing the torque converter to back bleed and that they put in a filter with a check valve to fix the problem. i now have more power, but i am still getting some hard shifting when i slow down and then speed up. the problem started at 20,000 miles.

Reported in: COPPERAS COVE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N75J

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

engine stalling even after having computer updated on sept 2007 engine stalling multiple times at traffic lights & when stopping , no check engine light dealer said if no check engine light they don't know what to do.

Reported in: BEAR CREEK TWP PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quadcab lwb. while coming to a complete stop, placing the vehicle into reverse, or stopping to make a turn, the vehicle stalls without warning. the dealer performed an upgrade to the engine system to remedy the failure; however, the failure persists. the contact returned to the dealer and they stated that no further action could be done. they further stated that if the check engine light has not illuminated, there was no cause for concern. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 20,000 and current mileage was 30,000.

Reported in: BEAR CREEK TOWNSHIP PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

i have a complaint just as the gentleman below me. i have came extremely close to having accidents so many times that it worries me to drive this truck any where any more. 5-8 times per week the engine stalls. usually when slowing down to a stop or turning. sometimes while accelerating at traffic lights. check engine light is on with the codes po404 & po406 set (egr valve) serviceman at dealership said if not replaced, it can cause other damages to the engine. ***2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab 4.7l v8. 3-4 times / week the engine stalls while driving less than 10 mph, usually while slowing down to stop and sometimes while accelerating slowly. check engine light is on with engine codes p0404 & p0406 set (egr valve) talked to service department at dodge dealership. they said that this is a common problem with this model and that dodge isn't doing anything to correct it unless i pay to have them fix it. the egr valve apparently has a design flaw and prone to fail. *jb ***

Reported in: PIERRE PART LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N25J

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quadcab lwb. while driving 45 mph, the contact struck a moose. the most damage to the vehicle was on the driver's side. none of the air bags deployed. a police report was filed. the contact scheduled an appointment to take the vehicle to the dealer. the purchase date was unknown. the current mileage was 42,473 and failure mileage was 42,448.

Reported in: FAIRBANKS AK || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

engine stalls or dies at slow speeds, stoplights or turning.

Reported in: MOORE OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 107HA18D6SJ

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quadcab lwb. while driving 65 mph in below zero temperatures, the pvc return system causes the vehicle to squirt oil into the engine. as a result, the defrost system becomes clogged and fails. the windows were unable to defrost and left oil residue on the windshield. the failure has caused severe eye burnings, stomach pains, and choking of the occupants. the manufacturer stated that there was no mechanical failure and no parts available. they were unable to determine and correct the failure. when the parts arrive, the repair will cost $400. the manufacturer also advised the contact to drive in temperatures above zero degrees. the failure and current mileages were 70,050.

Reported in: MILAWAUKEE WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18K35J

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quadcab lwb. while driving 65 mph in below zero temperatures, the pvc return system causes the vehicle to squirt oil into the engine. as a result, the defrost system becomes clogged and fails. the windows were unable to defrost and left oil residue on the windshield. the failure has caused severe eye burnings, stomach pains, and choking of the occupants. the manufacturer stated that there was no mechanical failure and no parts available. they were unable to determine and correct the failure. when the parts arrive, the repair will cost $400. the manufacturer also advised the contact to drive in temperatures above zero degrees. the failure and current mileages were 70,050.

Reported in: MILAWAUKEE WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18K35J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quadcab lwb. while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalls and the service engine light illuminates. the failure occurs intermittently and sparks come out of the exhaust. the contact has taken the vehicle to the dealer thirteen previous times, but they could not duplicate the failure. the failure mileage was 9,178 and current mileage was 44,520.

Reported in: HACKDTTSTOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D35S

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

at 37,000 miles i lost control of my 2005 dodge ram 1500 truck and went off the road. i could not readily explain the reason but i assumed i had dropped off onto a low shoulder. after getting the body repaired i was told that the tie rods on my 2005 dodge truck were "severely" warn and needed to be replaced. it was a condition that was not noticed by the dealers at the 30k or 34k service. there is a service notice on a improperly tightened nut but i am not sure if it is related. steering is a safety system on a car. the change to permanently lubricated linkages is creating premature wear resulting in unexpected unsafe situations. dodge should be required to cover steering in their warranty and extended warranty and/or return to a serviceable party. i believe these tie rods are inappropriately designed for this application and pose a serious safety risk to the occupants.

Reported in: DARNESTOWN MD || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

i started noticing my truck wanting to lose power when getting to a low cruising speed; approximately 25 - 30mph's. the truck would start to rev up and down, bouncing the rpm's from 900 to about 1600 as if you were tapping the gas pedal. then the next occasion while it was happening, i came to a stop light and the truck completely died/shut off. now its been happening for about a week or so and now when i go to take off from a dead stop, i have to really get on the pedal to make it take off. i took the truck in to see what was wrong with it when the check engine light came on, they reported a 406 error reading: the egr value was not functioning correctly. i went to my local dodge dealership and they told me that they have been having this problem alot with the vehicles coming back...come to find out, that is not covered under any type of warranty.

Reported in: SALIDA CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2005 dodge ram frequently stalls at slower speeds and rpm's. the engine shuts off without warning often after letting off the gas pedal at lower rpms. it has happened at speeds of 20 mph and lower, while taking turns, approaching stop signs and at the crest of hills when i let off the gas. very dangerous and resulted in running off the road into a ditch in one case. the dealer was not helpful on both occasions when they kept the truck for repair purposes. in both cases they said they could not do anything since the computer did not register a specific failure. i told them that it was related to the low rpm's and that it was not a "sensor" issue. they refused to investigate further as they felt this would be chasing the problem "blind".

Reported in: COOKEVILLE TN || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

2005 dodge ram 1500 (4.7). my vehicle will stop running and an indicator light on the dash comes on. after evaluating the problem at a local parts store it was determined the egr valve is bad. the vehicle has 43,500 miles on irt.

Reported in: BONAIRE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N95S

STRUCTURE:BODY

kept hearing a noise in the dash of my truck after investigating the noise i found that the windshield had become unglued and was completely loose.

Reported in: SEAFORD DE || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N05S

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

engine stalls when braking. happens frequently when turning corners, due to slowing. has been happening for several months. now transmission does not always respond or shifts hard. i have even had to shift on the column.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35S

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

dodge ram 1500 (2005) involved in a front end accident with a 2006 volkswagen jetta (hit side of jetta). traveling approximately 45 mph and hit brakes late as jetta turned in front of truck. neither front airbags on the truck deployed. six airbags in jetta deployed.

Reported in: LAS VEGAS NV || Crash: Y || VIN #:

SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING

wheel bearing hub assembly failed causing right front wheel to lock up and fall inward as vehicle was being driven. wheel bearing hub was found to have fallen apart and showed lack of grease.

Reported in: OCEAN SPRINGS MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N65J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

check engine light has come on. code shows problem to be catalytic converter.

Reported in: OCEAN SPRINGS MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N65J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

bolt on exhaust manifold broke causing exhaust leak. bolt had to be drilled out and replaced along with the exhaust manifold. repair shop said this is common on dodge vehicles. bolt receives too much vibration and heat.

Reported in: OCEAN SPRINGS MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N65J

STRUCTURE

i have had (2)two close calls from a 2005 dodge ram 1500 due to equipment failures. (1) the power steering pump failed during a snowstorm and skidded me off the road. (2) recently with just 44,000 miles on the ram the wheelbearings seized and the driverside tire blowout sending me again to the side of the road into a small culvert. even though under warranty dodge is delaying fixing it because i have been complaining about these equipment failures. i've noticed many complaints and even limited recalls regarding dodge wheelbearings being defective. if you are involved with either of these equipment failures you'd know how catastrophic it could be.

Reported in: THERESA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D25S

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

i have had (2)two close calls from a 2005 dodge ram 1500 due to equipment failures. (1) the power steering pump failed during a snowstorm and skidded me off the road. (2) recently with just 44,000 miles on the ram the wheelbearings seized and the driverside tire blowout sending me again to the side of the road into a small culvert. even though under warranty dodge is delaying fixing it because i have been complaining about these equipment failures. i've noticed many complaints and even limited recalls regarding dodge wheelbearings being defective. if you are involved with either of these equipment failures you'd know how catastrophic it could be.

Reported in: THERESA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D25S

SUSPENSION

i have had (2)two close calls from a 2005 dodge ram 1500 due to equipment failures. (1) the power steering pump failed during a snowstorm and skidded me off the road. (2) recently with just 44,000 miles on the ram the wheelbearings seized and the driverside tire blowout sending me again to the side of the road into a small culvert. even though under warranty dodge is delaying fixing it because i have been complaining about these equipment failures. i've noticed many complaints and even limited recalls regarding dodge wheelbearings being defective. if you are involved with either of these equipment failures you'd know how catastrophic it could be.

Reported in: THERESA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D25S

STEERING

i have a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab. this truck was bought new of the lot and has a steering issue. the steering wheel vibrates while turning at slow speeds like parking and whatnot. i have had the truck to the dealer twice for this and am told that it is common on the 2005 trucks. i was told that the dealer could not do anything to fix it and they could not get authorization from chrysler to do anything. this truck is under full warranty and with this issue i can't sell it or anything. this is a $35,000 lemon as far as i'm concerned, i also own a 2003 ram and have no issues with it. one more thing the dealer told me that this issue is due to the size of the tires that are factory installed. i have tried to call there customer service and all i get is some one in india that just can not do anything for me. and will not let me talk to some one here in america. can you help me before the warranty runs out?

Reported in: EL CAJON CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N83S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i own a 2005 dodge ram 1500 slt 4x4 5.7l v-8 hemi. this truck and stalling out have become synonymous. within the first six months of owning the truck i notice that whenever i would cold start the truck and put it into gear the rpms would drop and the truck would stall. similarly it would stall out whenever i was coming out of reverse and into drive (after backing up). i took it to the dealer and they diagnosed the problem as a faulty crimp in the spin up transmission filter. they replaced the filter and everything was fine for about a year. the truck started dying on me again only this time the check engine light would come on and off at random intervals (not seemingly related to the truck dying). i took it in and this time they diagnosed a faulty egr valve. apparently is was sticking open and causing the truck to run lean and stall out. they replaced it and what do you know...about a year later (yesterday) i was coming home from work and the truck started shuddering and dying and had no power under acceleration...the check engine light came on and now here it sits in the shop...again for the same problem. three times this truck has actually put my safety in jeopardy by dying in the middle of the road (the second time was in the middle of the highway during rush hour and i nearly avoided a collision). i've done some research and apparently this is a common problem. i have found hundreds of complaints online for this very same problem and have even found people who claim to have gotten into accidents because of this vehicle stalling. dodge cannot determine the cause of this problem and because they cant/wont investigate hard enough they will not issue a recall. how many people have to get into accidents or die because of this problem before it gets elevated to higher attention levels?

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D05S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i am having a few problems with my truck for the past year. 1) my truck will stall out or have a dip in the rpm's when stopping at a stop sign or stop light. 2) the big problem i have happens once every 1-2 months. i will be driving my truck and all of a sudden the check engine light will flash and the truck has no power at all. the gas pedal will be on the floor and the truck will have no response. the thing that i am worried about is if this problem happens on the freeway and i get into a big car accident. i brought the truck into 2 different dodge dealerships and they both said the same thing. "whatever is happening isn't being copied to the computer and while our mechanics took it out for a test drive the problem didn't happen." they said the only way they would be able to diagnose the problem is if it happened while they drove it. so they couldn't do anything fix the problem.

Reported in: WALNUT CREEK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K55J

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

on sept. 4, 2008 at a bout 2:30 am. on my way home from work, i was run off of the road. my 2005 ram 1500 made a front end contact at about 40 mph an d pushed the bumper about a foot and a half back and under the truck. the airbag did not deploy. as a result i have a broken nose, a broken finger and very bruised ribs. i love my truck but don't feel safe in it after this wreck. sincerely, eric s. mcgee

Reported in: CLARKSBURG WV || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18N55J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

the truck just stalls out occasionally when you're going around a corner in city traffic (around 15mph). the truck loses power steering and brakes. its really hard to steer a vehicle that big without when it stalls out and my wife was lucky to not get hit from behind or crash into another vehicle. the dealer has replaced the egr valve twice and replaced the ecm, once in 2007 and then this year. hopefully, this will fix the issue permanently, but i have my doubts.

Reported in: URBANDALE IA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N35S

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE

rear axle locked up broke output shaft of transfer case, twisted the pinion gear in half while driving, in town this could have caused a wreck, and possible death.

Reported in: ATCHISON KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D85S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

my trucks engine stalls out on a weekly basis. this occurred yesterday and nearly caused me to crash. i've taken it to the dealer twice and both times they were not able to figure out why this is happening.

Reported in: REDDING CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N85S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

engine stalling: initially it started off as a shutter when the vehicle turned. this was reported but consequently no action was taken because the mechanic could not feel it for himself. several complaints later, the mechanic finally felt it and ordered a part(throttle body). that was done but the problem still remained. a little after the part was replaced, the engine started to stall when we would turn. reported that to the dealer but again, nothing was done because the mechanic said the vehicle was fine. now, they ordered a power steering pump that was finally replaced after going in several times and it coming in defective (time ended up being several months). the power steering pump has now been replaced but the engine is having trouble starting (takes about 5-6 attempts) and is stalling now more than ever. it stalls after we turn while driving at a speed no more than 20mph. now our warranty is over as a consequence and dodge is not wanting to fix the problem even though we reported this prior to our warranty expiring.

Reported in: ANDERSEN AFB GU || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D25J

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

driving south on icy and snowpack highway. oncoming car spun into my lane. braked hard, moved right, oncoming car spun back towards their lane, continued past car. watched the car and it didn't hit anything. i accelerated but had no throttle response. engine had died. the engine has never done this. put in neutral, started engine, put in drive, accelerated and drove fine. i was going 55 to 60 mph. in drive and 4 wheel drive engaged. the pickup has an automatic transmission. i think it was in lockup and when i slammed on the brakes the lock up converter did not have time to disengage when the tires stopped when i braked. the pickup does not have all wheel anti lock brakes. it does have rear wheel anti-lock brakes. the tires are studded snow tires. i think the roads were slick enough to stop the wheels when braking hard. with all 4 wheels stopped, the torque converter in lock up it would act like a standard transmission and kill the engine. the only way that would have been a problem is if i had to go in the ditch to avoid the oncoming car. in that situation, deep snow in the ditch plus the plow berm, i would have had to accelerate to get through it and keep the pickup from going side ways and possibly rolling. have you had any other complaints like this. if you have any questions please call. thanks,

Reported in: MISSOLA MT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D95J

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

bought a 2005 dodge ram 1500 4x4 laramie quad cab used with 38000 mi. with new brakes & tires. at 42000mi a heavy vibration occurred, which turned out to be warped rotors. since it was just out of warranty, i replaced all rotors & brakes (i am maintenance in the army). then, at 51500mi the rotors warped again. i have read of many, many other owners with the same problem. i live a block from my job and don't drive very much. i also don't tow either, nor do i "slam" the brakes. i drive very slow & cautious, so there is no reason this should happen. this needs to be recalled & dodge needs to make good on their "tough truck".

Reported in: NORTH CANTON OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D95S

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

2005 dodge ram air bags failed to deploy in an accident. consumer states that the impact of the collision was on the left passenger compartment. *kb insurance company on behalf of consumer. *jb

Reported in: FREEHOLD NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18N35J

STEERING

the rack and pinion went out on my 2005 dodge ram 1500 on the highway almost causing me to crash. everywhere i look online and the dealer said they almost all go out. this is very dangerous i pull a trailer all the time and it is always in the back of my mind. i just cannot figure out why they haven't recalled it with so many complaints.

Reported in: FRANKLIN OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15S

STEERING

steering rack.

Reported in: MARTINSBURG WV || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

vehicle steering shudders/shakes when making slow turns as well when maneuvering forward/reverse when parking unit. feel the shudder on drvr. side primarily. steering wheel & vehicle itself shudder. does this continually when driving every time vehicle is used. does it when you turn from a complete stop.

Reported in: CRANDALL TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16KX5J

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

turn signals!!!!!!, turn on left the right one flashes!! bright lights stick on, and sometimes my wipers work when turning brights off. the turn signal ordeal while trying to turn in downtown colorado springs, was not a good deal.... i got many middle fingers.

Reported in: WHITE CLOUD KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D35J

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

vehicle was involved in 2 separate accidents. air bags did not deploy in either. vehicle was repaired at dealership after first accident. driver sustained injuries which has disabled him since 11/2007.

Reported in: SNOW HILL MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3D3HA18H85G

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

vehicle was involved in 2 separate accidents. air bags did not deploy in either. vehicle was repaired at dealership after first accident. driver sustained injuries which has disabled him since 11/2007.

Reported in: SNOW HILL MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3D3HA18H85G

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

vehicle was involved in accident. vehicle struck "jersey wall" at appx 50 mph. neither frontal or side curtain airbags deployed. vehicle was in accident 12 months prior and was repaired at dodge dealership. owner questioned dealership as to why. minor injuries to driver in this second accident with the same vehicle. owner contacted chrysler corp and received a form letter response.

Reported in: SNOW HILL MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3D3HA18H85G

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

vehicle was involved in accident. vehicle struck "jersey wall" at appx 50 mph. neither frontal or side curtain airbags deployed. vehicle was in accident 12 months prior and was repaired at dodge dealership. owner questioned dealership as to why. minor injuries to driver in this second accident with the same vehicle. owner contacted chrysler corp and received a form letter response.

Reported in: SNOW HILL MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3D3HA18H85G

POWER TRAIN

engine shuts off randomly. during low speeds, up hills, down hills, around corners, it doesn't matter. took it to the dealer and they replaced the "harmonic balancer" but it still didn't fix it.

Reported in: HENDERSON NV || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

rubber door seal on front doors tearing from opening and closing the door. vehicle is 2005 model ram 1500 with less than 32,000 miles.

Reported in: ASTOR FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N85S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

my 2005 dodge ram 1500 has a stalling problem. it seems to happen at low speeds, while turning, and while having the brake applied. i have taken it to the dealer too many times to note. they have made one repair attempt. i was told that there was going to be an update on the software, but never received a call back. every time i take it in the dealer tells me there are no codes on the computer - and therefore they cannot diagnose the problem. and am told that they cannot duplicate the problem (might be because they drive it for 1 mile). i guess when the truck stalls and fatally kills a bunch of people is when they will make an effort to address and repair this problem!!!! it is very scary to have your vehicle stall leaving you with no power steering and no power brakes and virtually no control over your truck!!!

Reported in: MILWAUKIE OR || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

in my truck as well as many other owners of this same truck have faulty oil cooler lines installed on them from dodge. the specific truck is the 2004-2006 dodge ram srt-10. one member of the auto forum even had his truck and house completely lost due to fire, and his incident was not isolated.

Reported in: HOLLYWOOD FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

when making a turn at slower speed <35mph, the engine may stall. extremely dangerous when turning left in front of normal oncoming traffic and engine stalls, power steering goes out and you are left powerless in front of oncoming traffic.

Reported in: GILBERT AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

when heading to work, was going approximately 70 mph on the interstate when i looked in sideview mirror and saw smoke coming from my vehicle. at that same time, i heard a loud roaring noise for a few seconds, then my driver's side wheel came off. the wheel crossed over into the east-bound lane of the interstate (i was heading west), and the brake calipers broke off. even though my brakes and tire were gone, i was able to get my vehicle to the side of the interstate without causing injury to myself or others. all this also caused body damage to the front quarter panel of my truck, making it difficult to open and close the driver's side door. i retrieved my tire and had a tow truck take my vehicle to the local dodge dealership where i purchased the truck. they advised me they had never heard of this happening before. i've now been informed the repairs consist of replacing the hub, spindle, brake caliper, rotor, brake line, brake pads, and a new tire (the other tire blew out) at a cost of $2000. i have requested the old parts be given to me in case this issue needs to proceed with an investigation. i have done research that revealed the 2006 dodge ram trucks were recalled for this exact same problem (wheel bearing assemblies not receiving enough lubrication at the factory causing them to lock up and cause crashes). but since my vehicle is a 2005, dodge refuses to acknowledge responsibility.

Reported in: TALLAHASSEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D75S

WHEELS

the front passenger wheel broke off at low speed. seems that the lower control arm (axle) just snapped in two. no other vehicles where involved, pot holes or curb. the wheel broke off pulling everything apart inside the wheel well except for the brake line. the truck landed on top of the wheel preventing it from flipping over. i spoke with chrysler dodge and all though admitting that the lower control arm should never break said that it wasn't a defected part because i hadn't had my vehicle serviced through the dealership . this was a very serious and dangerous problem. if it wouldn't have been for only doing 15mph when it happened it would have caused serious injury and possible death. dodge has a known problem with faulty ball joints but don't seem to care all though this may have been a preliminary problem leading up to the axle breaking in two.

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75J

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

the front passenger wheel broke off at low speed. seems that the lower control arm (axle) just snapped in two. no other vehicles where involved, pot holes or curb. the wheel broke off pulling everything apart inside the wheel well except for the brake line. the truck landed on top of the wheel preventing it from flipping over. i spoke with chrysler dodge and all though admitting that the lower control arm should never break said that it wasn't a defected part because i hadn't had my vehicle serviced through the dealership . this was a very serious and dangerous problem. if it wouldn't have been for only doing 15mph when it happened it would have caused serious injury and possible death. dodge has a known problem with faulty ball joints but don't seem to care all though this may have been a preliminary problem leading up to the axle breaking in two.

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75J

SUSPENSION:FRONT

the front passenger wheel broke off at low speed. seems that the lower control arm (axle) just snapped in two. no other vehicles where involved, pot holes or curb. the wheel broke off pulling everything apart inside the wheel well except for the brake line. the truck landed on top of the wheel preventing it from flipping over. i spoke with chrysler dodge and all though admitting that the lower control arm should never break said that it wasn't a defected part because i hadn't had my vehicle serviced through the dealership . this was a very serious and dangerous problem. if it wouldn't have been for only doing 15mph when it happened it would have caused serious injury and possible death. dodge has a known problem with faulty ball joints but don't seem to care all though this may have been a preliminary problem leading up to the axle breaking in two.

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75J

SUSPENSION:FRONT

turning a corner when the right front tire collapsed resulting in the truck making impact with a curb at approx. 20 mph. there were no physical signs of any failure leading up to this point. reported incident to the insurance company and they reported is was an upper ball joint failure. truck is currently being repaired and old parts are available.

Reported in: COLLEGEVILLE PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18P75J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

on going problem with dodge ram 1500 trucks. they contain a faulty exhaust gas recirculation (egr) valve. the sensor causes trucks to stall out when driving at slower speeds under 40 mph. with loss of power loose power steering and power brakes. i would also imagine affects exhaust emissions as gas mileage severely drops when egr valve is going out. trucks engine malfunction indicator light usually comes on. if you go to dealership will charge you $175 to tell you why indicator light came on. if you turn the key on-accessory, on-accessory, on-accessory and finally on rapidly, will show you error code on odometer for free. usually will get a p0404, p0405 or p0406 code which is the egr valve out or on its way out. if you search the internet you will see hundreds of postings with ones regarding vehicles stalling out. something needs to be done before some unlucky person is involved in a collision due to loss of power.

Reported in: GALT CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N95J

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact noticed that the engine warning light consistently illuminated on the instrument panel. in addition, when fuel is placed in the vehicle, the gas tank overflows before it has been completely filled. she took the vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the fuel tank. immediately after the repair, the failure resurfaced. the failure mileage was 37,620 and current mileage was 41,919.

Reported in: ROCHELLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

continuing issue with egr valve, after about 5 minutes of research i can see this is a wide spread issue. also, after discussing with several mechanics this is a not a valve that should go out in the first four years. truck idles rough and stalls at slow speeds, valve is evidently faulty or other piece of system, whether that's solenoid, fuse, electrical connection, sensor is faulty. cannot believe after reviewing that there is not a recall on this valve. also, very difficult to find particular part in-stock at any parts stores.

Reported in: BENTON AR || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. while attempting to park the vehicle at 10 mph, it stalled without warning. the contact was able to restart the vehicle shortly after the failure. he is in the process of having the vehicle inspected to determine the cause of the failure. the failure and current mileages were 63,000.

Reported in: LA VERGNE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N35J

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel outside the vehicle. he also observed severe corrosion of the fuel tank. the failures occurred without warning. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they recommended that the fuel tank be replaced. the vehicle has not been repaired. the vin was unable to be entered into the system. the failure mileage was 67,000 and current mileage was 67,489. updated 08/14/09. *lj updated 08/17/09. *jb

Reported in: RALEIGH NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D65S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2005 dodge ram 1500 pickup. stalls when stopping and turning. engine revs. truck will stall in traffic without notice. this has happened on at least 10 seperate dates.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N85S

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE

1)slight burning smell. 2)right rear wheel fell off, almost leading to a severe crash. axle sheared at bearing hub. 3)dodge replaced axle shaft, bearings, and housing under warranty, took parts back.

Reported in: THERESA WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N35J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

truck stalls or completely shuts off while driving.the dash and window area rattles. dealer said that there is nothing wrong with truck. the truck had only a week and it was shutting off by itself. the situation of the truck made my wife scared to drive. the dealer lithia played it off like it's nothing maybe its the fuel blahh,blahh.

Reported in: VACAVILLE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D3HU18D45J

VISIBILITY

truck stalls or completely shuts off while driving.the dash and window area rattles. dealer said that there is nothing wrong with truck. the truck had only a week and it was shutting off by itself. the situation of the truck made my wife scared to drive. the dealer lithia played it off like it's nothing maybe its the fuel blahh,blahh.

Reported in: VACAVILLE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D3HU18D45J

SEATS

the driver's seat track failed in my 2005 dodge ram. my truck had just over 12,000 miles and was still in new condition and has never been abused. the i have the upgraded fully adjustable seat in my new truck. once the seat track failed the seat had around six inches of free-play forward and back. i would apply the brakes and the seat would lunge forward toward the dash. as i would accelerate the seat would lunge backward. i refused to drive the vehicle until it was repaired as i didn't feel safe driving it. the dealer replaced the seat track for me since it was under warranty. the technicians working on my truck said that they were concerned for my safety with this seat track. they suggested that i would surely break at least my legs in an accident. i would think that this type of thing would void any crash test data. my new seat still had some play but the dealer assured me that it would be fine. i am still worried.

Reported in: ROY UT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N55J

SEATS

the driver's seat track in my 2005 dodge ram failed. this time my truck had just over 30,000 miles on it and the seat track failed again. it previously failed at about 12,000 miles. since all of the dodge dealers that were close to me were closed i had to drive my unsafe vehicle a little over an hour away to get it looked at. once again the seat was lunging forward and back with acceleration and deceleration. the dealer determined that the adjustment screw on the seat track had fatigued, stretched and failed. though my truck is in immaculate condition, incredibly low miles and the fact that the dealer admitted that the part was faulty i was still informed that the bill would be around $680 to make my truck safe once again. after having the new seat track installed i noticed nearly 1/4" of free-play in the new seat assembly. i notified the dealer and he informed me that i was just being stupid. he told me that all of these seats have a good amount of play and that i should just make sure to bring it in when it fails again. he was sure that it would fail again but was unsympathetic to my desire for safety for me and my family. i contacted dodge directly about the issue and they basically blew me off. i now have a few thousand more miles on my new seat track and the seat is beginning to really loosen up again. i am very concerned that my seat could be thrown through my windshield with me still seat-belted into it. i have similar seats in other vehicles of other makes and they have never given me any problems in over 200,000 miles. i am very concerned for my families safety and am feeling very impotent. i asked a manager at dodge if they thought that my being paralyzed was acceptable and i was informed that there has to be some type of injury before they will consider doing anything. i do not think that this is acceptable. i would feel terrible selling the truck to someone else who could be injured in it. i don't know what else to do. please help me.

Reported in: ROY UT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N55J

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

my 2005 dodge ram quad cab hydroplaned on the interstate and struck a retaining wall almost head on. the entire left side front bumper from the very middle to the far left struck the wall flush. the truck bounced off and did a 540 and the engine died and i was stuck blocking three lanes of interstate traffic. i impacted the wall around 55 mph. the problem is that my airbags never deployed. neither the driver or passenger side air bags. i was lucky that i wasn't injured, but i feel there was a defect with the air bags not deploying. the impact was so hard on the bumper that it buckled the frame of my truck.

Reported in: COLLIERVILLE TN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HA18D75S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

vehicle stalls suddenly while traveling, with no warning, the engine light doesn't come on or anything. you have to stop and put it in park to restart (tried to restart in neutral-doesn't work). when it shuts off, there is no power steering or brakes, but luckily it usually starts up fairly quickly because it is very scary when you are on the highway. have taken it to the dodge dealership twice and they said "they have no idea what it is".

Reported in: AUBURN CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D85S

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

lights go off while driving and the only way to fix it while driving is to flip it back to parking mode, this only works until the lights go off again than just flip it back to regular headlights. this can be dangerous while driving at night with all the deer that runs around my neck of the woods, not to mention the 50' to 100' drop offs to the left and right sides of the main road.

Reported in: HAMILTON GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

i'm having problems with the airbag system in my 2005 dodge ram 1500. my airbag light started going off any time i turned my steering wheel to the left. now, the light comes/stays on at any given moment. i had a mechanic run the test and was told that it's the driver's squibb circuit board. i started researching the issue and noticed the 2005 dodge ram 2500 & 3500 had a factory recall for the same issue, yet this same safety issue for the 1500 is not covered.

Reported in: EDMOND OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15S

SEAT BELTS

in a 2005 dodge ram quad cab pickup the rear over-the-shoulder seatbelts are defective. the right rear buckle broke and i had it replaced under warranty thinking nothing of it. it was replaced in april or may this year. i have a child seat in the center rear seat, using the seatbelt as the restraint. upon braking to avoid colliding with another driver who cuts me off, i heard the sounds of cracking and breaking of plastic. i didn't notice anything until later when i noticed the child seat a little loose. after further examination, the plastic on the lap belt buckle was shattered. i tried tightening it up but it will not completely tighten like it should. this happened later last month for the third time, this time to the left rear when a passenger just went to re-position herself. she was only 80 some pounds!! the consequences are as follows: the brittle hard plastic piece on the buckle prevents the lap section to tighten correctly. unless the whole seat belt assembly is replaced, just to fix a broken piece of brittle plastic, the seatbelt is useless. a passenger could easily slide out from under the belt in a frontal impact collision. what was done: i attempted to contact the chrysler corporation in detroit. a customer rep stated he would contact my local dealership to recommend not charging labor fees just to "diagnose" the problem when it is obviously broken, and the dealer was to contact me in return with an appointment. that never happened. i needed the documents from the dealership to fax to chrysler to request for reimbursement of the replacement costs. i am looking out for everyone else out there with the same problem. i still have the 2 remainder broken belts installed. it is evident that chrysler obviously realized the problem. i purchased a brand new jeep wrangler 4-door. all six seatbelts are made of the same durable rubbery substance that the ones in the front seat of my dodge ram are made of. this is the way they all should be.

Reported in: NORFOLK VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N75S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab 4.7ll engine stalls randomly dealership refuses to acknowledge a problem because they cant replicate the issue. the engine also has poor oil circulation and an extreme sludging issue to my understanding this causes the truck to shut off as well and should be investigated.

Reported in: MURPHY NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

it feels like the brakes are applied automatically, without drivers intervention and truck stalls out in the road. abs light comes on for a short time then goes out. this happened three times in a row and then all was fine. 2005 dodge ram 1500. two wheel drive truck.

Reported in: ZION IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D95S

SUSPENSION:FRONT

2005 dodge ram developed severe front end wobble at all speeds known as death wobble. truck was purchased as certified pre-owned and bought extended warranty but they will not fix it. they told me shocks were bad and i replaced them at my own cost and it still continues to get worse every mile more.

Reported in: WOODSTOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D45J

STEERING

2005 dodge ram developed severe front end wobble at all speeds known as death wobble. truck was purchased as certified pre-owned and bought extended warranty but they will not fix it. they told me shocks were bad and i replaced them at my own cost and it still continues to get worse every mile more.

Reported in: WOODSTOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D45J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

2005 dodge ram 1500 pick up truck. rough engine noise and stall. engine under 70,000 miles and engine replacement necessary. talked to several mechanics, including dodge, and the hemi 7 engine has leakage issues. it ruins the engine. dodge refuses to cover the damage. it has cost me over $6,000 including towing.

Reported in: WOODBRIDGE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16D05J

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

i closed the door on 2005 dodge ram 1500 to go around the truck to get me grand daughter out of the other side rear door. while walking around the truck the doors locked on there own and kept locking as i tried to open the door with a key. all while my grand daughter was locked in the truck. i finally timed the key turn and was able to unlock and get my grand daughter. i didn't happen for about 2 weeks, but it just happened again. this is not safe and didn't know if it has happened to anyone else.

Reported in: HATBORO PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D05S

SUSPENSION:FRONT

the catalytic converter was replaced in 2007 under warranty. dodge states it is bad again. truck now has 64000 miles on it. also the drivers side front bearing and spindle had to be replaced in 2009 because of a the same problem in the 2006 model due to insufficient lubrication at factory.

Reported in: DENNIS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D15S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

the catalytic converter was replaced in 2007 under warranty. dodge states it is bad again. truck now has 64000 miles on it. also the drivers side front bearing and spindle had to be replaced in 2009 because of a the same problem in the 2006 model due to insufficient lubrication at factory.

Reported in: DENNIS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D15S

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i was nearly killed by sudden acceleration in my ram 1500. chrysler refused to take the incident seriously. here is the story with graphics: http://imimpulsive.blogspot.com/2010/01/stuck-throttle-accelerator-that-almost.html and here's the aftermath: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxbj6p4nama it makes me nervous knowing there are these time bombs out there, not just for the drivers like me, but other drivers too and pedestrians (i ended up on the sidewalk).

Reported in: ROBERTS CREEK, BC CANADA 00 || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45S

STEERING

i have two 2005 dodge ram trucks and both have started leaking power steering fluid in cold weather. looked on line at different forums and found this is very common problem or defect. want to know if this is a widespread defect, then why has not dodge been required to fix?

Reported in: VILLA HILLS KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K95J

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

occasional use of vehicle. nothing has changed about how or when the vehicle is used. when filling truck with fuel, the pump will shut off after very little time and fuel sprays out of the filler neck and onto the ground and/or person filling the tank. if the fuel is pumped extremely slow, the pump will still shut off every few seconds and fuel will still spray out of the filler neck. the problem occurs every time i put fuel in the truck, no matter what gas station i use. my internet research has shown a recall for dodge durangos of the same era. there have been several complaints on internet message boards with the exact same problem i am having. fuel spillage is extremely dangerous as well as bad for the environment.

Reported in: GOREVILLE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated the fuel overflows from the filler neck when the vehicle is being filled up with fuel. the contact called the dealer and he was inform that there is no recalls or warranties on this failure, and the repair would be at the contact's expense. the failure mileage was 70,000.

Reported in: BUCKEYE AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D55J

SUSPENSION:FRONT

rack and pinion leaking which is connected to the power steering pump, which uses the same fluid as the rack and pinion--both have to be repaired and replaced. the tie rods are broken and connected to the rack and pinion fluid, which ultimately led to the tierods breaking due to fluid leakage. we are also having problems with the transmission, not shifting into 4 wheel drive--our prior vehicle was also a dodge ram 1500, in which we had tie rod issues and major automatic power transmission and power steering fluid issues. truck just purchased and currently in the shop pending replacement tie rods, power steering pump replacement and any other fluid issues they find to get the components working in synergy.

Reported in: ELLICOTT CITY MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55S

STEERING

rack and pinion leaking which is connected to the power steering pump, which uses the same fluid as the rack and pinion--both have to be repaired and replaced. the tie rods are broken and connected to the rack and pinion fluid, which ultimately led to the tierods breaking due to fluid leakage. we are also having problems with the transmission, not shifting into 4 wheel drive--our prior vehicle was also a dodge ram 1500, in which we had tie rod issues and major automatic power transmission and power steering fluid issues. truck just purchased and currently in the shop pending replacement tie rods, power steering pump replacement and any other fluid issues they find to get the components working in synergy.

Reported in: ELLICOTT CITY MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55S

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

rack and pinion leaking which is connected to the power steering pump, which uses the same fluid as the rack and pinion--both have to be repaired and replaced. the tie rods are broken and connected to the rack and pinion fluid, which ultimately led to the tierods breaking due to fluid leakage. we are also having problems with the transmission, not shifting into 4 wheel drive--our prior vehicle was also a dodge ram 1500, in which we had tie rod issues and major automatic power transmission and power steering fluid issues. truck just purchased and currently in the shop pending replacement tie rods, power steering pump replacement and any other fluid issues they find to get the components working in synergy.

Reported in: ELLICOTT CITY MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55S

VISIBILITY

information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) i was driving my 2005 dodge 1500 truck in rain,wipers just stop working,then after a few minutes would start working again. it did not cause accident ,but could have if raining harder. now i don't want my spouse driving the truck with my little girl. the dealer says no recall on 2005,but there is a wiper recall on 2009. the dealer also said they have seen the problem many, many times, and have parts in stock to repair, but i will have to pay for repair. i've contacted chrysler and have a complaint [xxx] , all they told me was to have it repaired and keep invoice in case a recall is issued so i can be reimbursed. this is not acceptable to me. seems like someone has to die to get something done. thank you

Reported in: LEBANON TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D55S

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

my 2005 dodge ram has been stalling on and off for the last three years. it seams that it will stall while i am slowing making a turn or attempting to park. i feel this is just an accident waiting to happen. i have read soo many cases of people with the exact same problems. i know there has been an investigation to this matter in the past but in light of what is going on with toyota now i feel it is a matter that should be reopened.

Reported in: MIDDLE VILLAGE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N95S

WHEELS

i purchased a 2005 dodge ram 1500 4x4 2 years ago with 19,000 miles on odometer. i noticed roaring noise and attributed the noise to tires or fact it was 4x4. soon truck began to shudder violently while braking. i made appointment to have the truck inspected at a reputable repair shop. the shop called and said that the wheel bearings on the front of truck had failed due to lack of grease and had to replaced along with rotors that were warped due to intense heat. total bill was almost $800 which i paid. i contacted dodge and informed them of the situation. i also informed them that i felt that 2005 trucks should be included on recall list along with 2006 models with same problem. i was told there is no recall on 2005s and dodge was not responsible for repairs due to expired warranty. wheel bearing failure is dangerous because entire wheels have been known to separate from vehicle and brake locking or complete failure can result from intense heat caused by the defective wheel bearings.

Reported in: CANTON IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N65S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

my dodge ram 1500 truck with a 4.7 engine has stalled a couple of time right after i start for the first time in a day and drive to a stop sometime very soon after i start it. the engine has a dip in rpms, and then tries to lurch forward when i'm on the brake, and then stalls. i start it back up and it's fine. it's happened about 5-10 times since i bought it back in april 05. the dealer had no clue what was wrong, they tried keeping it for a week and weren't able to reproduce the problem.

Reported in: DEL RIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

my dodge ram 1500 with a hemi engine has stalled numerous times while slowing down to make a turn at an intersection. when the engine drops down to about 1200 rpm, it just quits without warning, killing the power brakes and power steering mechanism in manual. this truck is over 6000 pounds, adrift, half way through an intersection. twice i have nearly run over a small vehicle stopped at the intersection. yesterday i went off the road. someone will be hurt in one of these instances. i have read numerous posts on this engine problem. dodge needs to recall this truck and fix this problem.

Reported in: ZANESVILLE OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i have a 05 dodge ram 1500 with hemi eng. about 6 months ago it starting stalling from time to time. usely when i slow down to stop the eng shut off. it will restart but not normal, i have to push the gas pedal down, its starts up and is ok for days. if i am above 60 mph when it malfuction it will start surging and i shift to nutural and riv the eng up and put it back in drive and its ok again . i am below 60 mph when malfuction occures the eng quits. the tem is always below 50 degrees. took to dodge dealer they charge me 66 dallors to tell me they could not determ the problem . and they would not let me talk to their machanics . if i could talk to them we might could figure out the problem, i suspect it has something to do with the electronic throttle control.

Reported in: ANDALUSIA AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16D25J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

i have a 2005 dodge ram 1500 with a 4.7 liter v-8. the problem like many others have had is that the truck will rev up and down at idle and slow speed. after the truck stalled, almost getting me in a sever crash at an intersection while towing my boat, i took it to the dealer. they said the egr valve was bad and replaced it. this worked for about a year now the problem is back.

Reported in: GILBERT SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i have a 2005 dodge ram 1500 with a 4.7 liter v-8. the problem like many others have had is that the truck will rev up and down at idle and slow speed. after the truck stalled, almost getting me in a sever crash at an intersection while towing my boat, i took it to the dealer. they said the egr valve was bad and replaced it. this worked for about a year now the problem is back.

Reported in: GILBERT SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35J

VISIBILITY

i have a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the windshield wipers work incorrectly. they may work fine or they may stop half way and quit, or not even work at all! i had the same issue with my old 1997 chevy s-10 truck, and it was fixed under a recall. my dodge has the exact same issue.

Reported in: GILBERT SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35J

VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER

i have a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the windshield wipers work incorrectly. they may work fine or they may stop half way and quit, or not even work at all! i had the same issue with my old 1997 chevy s-10 truck, and it was fixed under a recall. my dodge has the exact same issue.

Reported in: GILBERT SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

upon starting my vehicle it doesn't immediately respond to pressing the gas pedal. when it does get going the vehicle stalls and shuts off at the first slow down i make. this happens every morning. i have done nothing to fix the problem yet because no one can tell me what is causing it.

Reported in: ROWLETT TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D75S

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

upon starting my vehicle it doesn't immediately respond to pressing the gas pedal. when it does get going the vehicle stalls and shuts off at the first slow down i make. this happens every morning. i have done nothing to fix the problem yet because no one can tell me what is causing it.

Reported in: ROWLETT TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D75S

STEERING

steering failed, truck was having a thumping on right front area, but it was not the tire, it cause me to lose control while steering, the truck was totaled, it rolled over three times, the front driver airbag did not deploy, was saved by my seatbelt, the truck rolled to the right hitting on the passenger side, it had only 44,000 miles, i noticed this problem and took it to be inspected but nothing showed up as it was blamed by the person who drove it as my tires being rough, i already owned them for over a year with about 5000 miles on them and it was not the tire, it was faulty linkage for steering, caused loss of control and this truck was highly maintained, and before i could get a second opinion it was wrecked, as other drivers and other dodge trucks have faulty steering linkage problems, this will cause more accidents for other owners, after the wreck i could see that the linkage was damaged but since it rolled three times the insurance company can not say what exactly cause the sudden loss of steering, the linkage components are not right dodge needs to recall these trucks.

Reported in: BALMORHEA TX || Crash: Y || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

steering failed, truck was having a thumping on right front area, but it was not the tire, it cause me to lose control while steering, the truck was totaled, it rolled over three times, the front driver airbag did not deploy, was saved by my seatbelt, the truck rolled to the right hitting on the passenger side, it had only 44,000 miles, i noticed this problem and took it to be inspected but nothing showed up as it was blamed by the person who drove it as my tires being rough, i already owned them for over a year with about 5000 miles on them and it was not the tire, it was faulty linkage for steering, caused loss of control and this truck was highly maintained, and before i could get a second opinion it was wrecked, as other drivers and other dodge trucks have faulty steering linkage problems, this will cause more accidents for other owners, after the wreck i could see that the linkage was damaged but since it rolled three times the insurance company can not say what exactly cause the sudden loss of steering, the linkage components are not right dodge needs to recall these trucks.

Reported in: BALMORHEA TX || Crash: Y || VIN #:

STEERING

my 2005 dodge ram 1500 2wd short bed standard cab with 3.7l engine power steering is leaking fluid. truck has 53,000 miles. it was leaking a little when i purchased the truck used in september 2007 at 43,000 miles. i have seen other reports from individuals having the same issue. dodge should recall and correct this issue prior to power steering going out and causing saftey issue.

Reported in: MEDINA OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

engine quit at low speed. applied brakes,went to neutral and was able to start car.i use tis truck to pull a fifth wheel,since this happened don't trust if this happened with the trailer there will be three dead bodies. will get rid of this truck don't trust it. dealer siad there is nothing they can do about sincs it it intermitten.

Reported in: KANSAS CITY KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D65S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

engine quit at low speed. applied brakes,went to neutral and was able to start car.i use tis truck to pull a fifth wheel,since this happened don't trust if this happened with the trailer there will be three dead bodies. will get rid of this truck don't trust it. dealer siad there is nothing they can do about sincs it it intermitten.

Reported in: KANSAS CITY KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D65S

POWER TRAIN

i have a 2005 dodge ram 1500 with a 4.7 liter v-8. the problem like many others have had is that the truck will rev up and down at idle and slow speed. after the truck stalled, almost getting me in a sever crash at an intersection while towing my boat, i took it to the dealer. they said the egr valve was bad and replaced it. this worked for about a year. then about 2 weeks ago it started again and i took it to the dealer where they replaced some part on the computer and reprogrammed it, but this only worked for about 2 weeks and its back.

Reported in: GILBERT SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

vehicle is stalling and losing complete loss of power, very hard to steer vehicle. occurs usually at low speeds, while turning or just driving straight. i have to place my vehicle in park & restart my engine. this has happened twice while i was turning in traffic & nearly collided with other vehicles with 3 small children in the car. i have requested for this to be diagnosed and researched several times by mechanics, but the defect has never been duplicated, resulted in a diagnosis, or resolved by a mechanic. it randomly occurs and just occurred again today in traffic, while turning left on an inside lane. i had cars behind and next to me. i had to come to a slow stop, but was unable to turn the wheel enough to remain in my lane, almost causing an accident. i feel this can result in a potentially fatal accident and want to report this immediately. i don't know what to do aside from seeking legal counsel at this point.

Reported in: MESA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18DX5J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

this incident has now happened more than once and i am quite concerned. as i drive my 2005 dodge ram 1500 v8 hemi, it stalls on me without warning. prior to this the svc engine light would come on. i took it in to autozone w/a registered egr sensor, valve, etc. i replaced the valve, cleaned out the throttle. the light went away after this fix. but as i stated, as i drive the vehicle it continues to shut off w/no notice at all. i thought to prompt an investigation as all of my online findings would indicate the exact same problem.

Reported in: BRANDON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D75S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

the truck will idle then rev up, idle then rev up upon a cold start. engine loses power during low speed turns and sometimes upon slowing to a stop. when engine power is lost, there is no power steering or brakes and can very easily cause a crash.

Reported in: SHELBY NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

son was driving dads 2005 1500 dodge ram slt hemi engine pick up truck and it caught on fire today from the engine. fire depart was called in yucaipa ca and now our truck is at the redlands auto center in redlands ca. the front tire was burned, hood, and all the electrical wiring was melted. the battery totally melted. truck only had 55,000 miles on it.

Reported in: REDLANDS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16D75J

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM

i just bought a 2005 dodge ram 1500 the air control box door broke so the air only blows out the vents no defrost it gets hard 2 see when it rains and is humid.

Reported in: BELLEVILLE IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated when placing the vehicle in drive or reverse from a cold start, the vehicle would stall and there was an unusual increase in engine rpms. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or inspection of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not contacted. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 59,000 and the current was unknown.

Reported in: LUDLOW MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2005 dodge ram 1500 pickup slt turn signals malfunction intermittently. right signal will blink when left signal is activated and vice versa. have had problem for approximately (1) month. dealer indicates no recall or service bulletins issued. i ordered used replacement multifunction switch from e-bay. still deciding if it is something i want to attempt on my own. others on internet have had similar problems and found that replacing this part resolves the problem.

Reported in: MERIDIAN ID || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45J

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2005 dodge ram 1500 pickup slt turn signals malfunction intermittently. right signal will blink when left signal is activated and vice versa. have had problem for approximately (1) month. dealer indicates no recall or service bulletins issued. i ordered used replacement multifunction switch from e-bay. still deciding if it is something i want to attempt on my own. others on internet have had similar problems and found that replacing this part resolves the problem.

Reported in: MERIDIAN ID || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45J

STRUCTURE:BODY

noticed water leaking into my truck, from the top part of the rear window. it makes its way around the window, then down to the cab floor.

Reported in: COLORADO SPRINGS CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N35S

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 st/slt. the contact stated when starting the vehicle she discovered that gasoline fuel was pouring onto the engine. the vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where she was informed that the fuel tube assembly was defective. the dealer also stated that the replacement part was also defective. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer would not provide any assistance. the current and failure mileages were approximately 60,000.

Reported in: SOMERSET MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N25S

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

the truck will start surging between 30 -65 mph and the engine will fail causing loss of brakes and power steering. while idling the engine will rev up to 3000 rpm up and down and will also do this while in drive. while idling at a stop light the truck will surge forward like the gas pedal was pushed to the floor and i have almost hit numerous cars in front of me many different times. i have had the throttle body cleaned and replaced, egr valve replaced, and the electronic throttle control replaced by a dodge dealership. on average, this problem occurs 5-8 times a week. to this day the problem still exists (7/29/2010).

Reported in: WAXAHACHIE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D15J

EQUIPMENT

the truck will start surging between 30 -65 mph and the engine will fail causing loss of brakes and power steering. while idling the engine will rev up to 3000 rpm up and down and will also do this while in drive. while idling at a stop light the truck will surge forward like the gas pedal was pushed to the floor and i have almost hit numerous cars in front of me many different times. i have had the throttle body cleaned and replaced, egr valve replaced, and the electronic throttle control replaced by a dodge dealership. on average, this problem occurs 5-8 times a week. to this day the problem still exists (7/29/2010).

Reported in: WAXAHACHIE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D15J

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

the truck will start surging between 30 -65 mph and the engine will fail causing loss of brakes and power steering. while idling the engine will rev up to 3000 rpm up and down and will also do this while in drive. while idling at a stop light the truck will surge forward like the gas pedal was pushed to the floor and i have almost hit numerous cars in front of me many different times. i have had the throttle body cleaned and replaced, egr valve replaced, and the electronic throttle control replaced by a dodge dealership. on average, this problem occurs 5-8 times a week. to this day the problem still exists (7/29/2010).

Reported in: WAXAHACHIE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D15J

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated the right turn signal failed. in addition, the windshield wipers would also fail intermittently and when operating the wipers, the hazard lights would not engage. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed either the multifunction switch had failed or the wiring within the steering column was fractured. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 36,500.

Reported in: MALVERN OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D35J

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated the right turn signal failed. in addition, the windshield wipers would also fail intermittently and when operating the wipers, the hazard lights would not engage. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed either the multifunction switch had failed or the wiring within the steering column was fractured. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 36,500.

Reported in: MALVERN OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D35J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact started the vehicle and there was an unusual clicking from the engine. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where he was informed that the exhaust manifold was warped and leaking fumes. the dealer also advised that the failure was common in his year, make and model. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 63,502.

Reported in: RAWLINGS MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16N55J

SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph the front driver side hub wheel bearing failed and the wheel came off. the vehicle slid 120 feet before it stopped. the vehicle was towed to a dealer and an investigation was done. the dealer stated that there was no manufacturers defect found and the failure was caused by normal wear and tear. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 93,000. updated 11/22/10 *bf the consumer learned a recall had been issued for the problem he experienced. recall # 07v038000. updated 11/23/10*jb

Reported in: LOUISVILLE KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16D65J

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 30 mph she turned on the air conditioner and noticed that there was a minimal amount of air coming out of the vents. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where she was informed that a flap within the air vents was blocking the air flow. the vehicle was not repaired and the failure continued to occur. the failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.

Reported in: PLEASANTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N85J

PARKING BRAKE

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that the plastic emergency brake lever broke off. the vehicle was previously replaced by the dealer in october 2009 for the identical failure. the failure recurred again in october 2010. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact called the manufacturer who stated that they would repair the vehicle under warranty. the vin was unavailable. the current mileage was approximately 38,000. the failure mileage was approximately 25,000.

Reported in: MEDFORD OR || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

2005 dodge ram 1500 with 5.7 hemi. as vehicle is slowed down for stop or turn engine shutters harshly and then stalls. restart is possible, but each time a stop is completed engine stalls.

Reported in: VESTAVIA AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2005 dodge ram 1500 with 5.7 hemi. as vehicle is slowed down for stop or turn engine shutters harshly and then stalls. restart is possible, but each time a stop is completed engine stalls.

Reported in: VESTAVIA AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

my 2005 dodge ram has an air duct flapper that broke and fell into the fan. know my defrost does not work.

Reported in: PEOSTA IA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i like many others have a problem with my dodge 1500 stalling after accelerating or while turning. i bought the truck 2 1/2 years ago with 34000 miles on it and it started doing it right away...probably why the previous owner got rid of it :) yesterday, it left me alongside the road in a terrible rain storm on my way to pick my son up from school. i have taken this 2005 dodge 1500 out on the air force base for hunting and when we came back to the check station (very rough roads-washboards, potholes, deepsand, etc) my engine was revving up and down. when i got onto the interstate to come home the cruise would not engage, i opened the hood and pressed on all the injector and plug wires and the truck ran smooth and the cruise started working again. things were fine for a few weeks but then it started stalling/cutting out again. i pressed on the wires and things were fine again. now yesterday, it stalled coming into a turn. i put it in neutral and it started back up. i went through two stop signs with no problems but when i got up to speed and went about 1 ½ miles, the check gauges light came on. i looked and it says i was running hot. so i pulled over and turned on the heater?the heater blew cold because i haven?t gone far enough for it to heat up yet so i turned the engine off. i sat there for about 5 mins and turn the key until the gauges came on but did not start the engine. it said my engine was just off the cold mark and the check gauges light was gone. i drove the truck home without any further problems. the stalling problem is dangerous since i never know when it will happen and it has happened several times while taking a sharp corner on my street. dodge, please fix this problem. it could be as simple as a connector wiggling loose.

Reported in: DEFUNIAK SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D3HA18NX5J

VISIBILITY

my air condition won't switch to defrost creating a safety hazard. dodge is aware of the problem but acted like they never heard of it before. i brought it there 3 times to fix and the problem was never fixed. 2005 dodge ram 1500.

Reported in: JEFFERSON LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

while driving in city rush hour traffic, i experienced sudden unintended acceleration (wide open throttle) after taking my foot off the throttle pedal to slow down for a turn. the throttle remained stuck in full acceleration mode until i crashed into a traffic light pole. full details are available online here: http://imimpulsive.blogspot.com/2010/01/stuck-throttle-accelerator-that-almost.html

Reported in: ROBERTS CREEK, BC, V0N2W6 CAN CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45S

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while driving in city rush hour traffic, i experienced sudden unintended acceleration (wide open throttle) after taking my foot off the throttle pedal to slow down for a turn. the throttle remained stuck in full acceleration mode until i crashed into a traffic light pole. full details are available online here: http://imimpulsive.blogspot.com/2010/01/stuck-throttle-accelerator-that-almost.html

Reported in: ROBERTS CREEK, BC, V0N2W6 CAN CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45S

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

started hearing a roaring noise from front end of truck, vibration in steering wheel and jerking when making right turns. replaced hub bearing assy and noise quit. dodge recalled the 2006 model but not the 2005 which uses the same part. called dodge and all they told me was there was not recall on that vehicle. i said i know, that is the problem. fixed at my own expense...feel part was defective.

Reported in: DEFUNIAK SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

driving during inclement weather event, heard a pop in the area of the right front wheel. assumed it was ice or snow. within the next 20 miles, slight vibration began and grinding noise heard. parked vehicle for week while out of town. returned drove to work, approx 22 miles, problem persisted and got worse, this was during another snow event. decided to seek assistance from local dealership, refused immediate attention, set up appointment for jan. 4, 2010. called local repair shop near home. could get me in immediately. attempted to drive to repair shop. right from wheel bearing failed, causing damage to hub and axle. had to be hauled in because the wheel separated from axle. caused tire to ride up into upper control arm and destroyed tire. searched internet and found that 2006 dodge rams had been recalled for similar problems and that 2002 thru 2008 dodge rams that had replacements with specific brands had been recalled. my vehicle had only 53,412 miles on it when the bearing assembly failed. it has cost me over $600 in repairs that were not covered by the "70,000 mile limited drivetrain warranty." the replaced parts are available and in my possession. it seems to me this is a fairly common occurrence in dodge pickups of many model years including 2005 both 2 and 4 wheel drive.

Reported in: PENNINGTON GAP VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45S

WHEELS

driving during inclement weather event, heard a pop in the area of the right front wheel. assumed it was ice or snow. within the next 20 miles, slight vibration began and grinding noise heard. parked vehicle for week while out of town. returned drove to work, approx 22 miles, problem persisted and got worse, this was during another snow event. decided to seek assistance from local dealership, refused immediate attention, set up appointment for jan. 4, 2010. called local repair shop near home. could get me in immediately. attempted to drive to repair shop. right from wheel bearing failed, causing damage to hub and axle. had to be hauled in because the wheel separated from axle. caused tire to ride up into upper control arm and destroyed tire. searched internet and found that 2006 dodge rams had been recalled for similar problems and that 2002 thru 2008 dodge rams that had replacements with specific brands had been recalled. my vehicle had only 53,412 miles on it when the bearing assembly failed. it has cost me over $600 in repairs that were not covered by the "70,000 mile limited drivetrain warranty." the replaced parts are available and in my possession. it seems to me this is a fairly common occurrence in dodge pickups of many model years including 2005 both 2 and 4 wheel drive.

Reported in: PENNINGTON GAP VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45S

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab. the blinkers don't operate properly, they blink on both sides whenever they want and now the wiper blades work inconsistently. this has been going on since september, 2010, approximately 4 months. need to replace the blinker handle on steering column.

Reported in: NORTH OAKS MN || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab. the blinkers don't operate properly, they blink on both sides whenever they want and now the wiper blades work inconsistently. this has been going on since september, 2010, approximately 4 months. need to replace the blinker handle on steering column.

Reported in: NORTH OAKS MN || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

my windshield wipers do not work properly - i only turn them on in the rain, in western washington state. i turn wipers on, and have to pull over because they will not work, and i cannot see. this happens daily because of the amount of rain.

Reported in: OLYMPIA WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18DX5J

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that the windshield wipers would not function. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised that water was leaking into the wiper motor causing it to freeze and become inoperable. the mechanic informed the contact there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 09e009000 (visibility: windshield wiper/washer) but the contact was advised by the manufacturer that her vehicle was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 32,000.

Reported in: COWDEN IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N65J

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

my 2005 dodge ram 1500 slt truck has around 52,000 miles on it as of now. i am starting to experience turn signal problems. when i turn my turn signal on for the left the right comes on and when i turn my signal on for the right nothing comes on. this has happen to me twice so far. i believe this is a safety issue that needs to be fixed by the dealer.

Reported in: GAINESVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2005 dodge ram hemi pickup truck. slowing from 35 mph to take a significant corner when i discover there is no steering to speak of (strongman steering only). i barely make the corner almost hitting a newly renovated church. my next inclination is to pull the truck over and stop and i experience minimal to no brakes with maximum effort. no sensation that it had stalled and no indication on the panel indicator lights. i had the radio of and the fan on low with only road noise and i had no idea the engine had stalled. i've been driving safely for 33 years and this tops the list of freaky incidents and sensations (tops losing a wheel). turned the ignition off and then back on and the truck started like nothing had happened. drove the truck straight to the local garage. i'm concerned about the incident (very dangerous) and the fact that there are so many similar complaints about this situation online that relate to the hemi pickups. this could easily cause major accidents to innocent, unknowing people and families.

Reported in: CAPE ELIZABETH ME || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

my 2005 dodge ram 5.7 hemi engine stalls at random times when slowing for a stop. i see tons of people on car forums with the same problem. this is very dangerous.

Reported in: FALLON NV || Crash: N || VIN #:

WHEELS

complete failure of the right front wheel bearing causing the wheel assembly to collapse.

Reported in: CONCORD TWP OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16NX5J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

was turning onto freeway onramp at approximately 5 mph and engine stalled. i have had intermittent rpm fluctuations the last month but have not experienced a stall until now. with a automatic transmission vehicle this seems rare and dangerous.

Reported in: GALT CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

was turning onto freeway onramp at approximately 5 mph and engine stalled. i have had intermittent rpm fluctuations the last month but have not experienced a stall until now. with a automatic transmission vehicle this seems rare and dangerous.

Reported in: GALT CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle would not accelerate. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician replaced the front and rear brake kit, rotors, brake lines, hoses, fluids and the master cylinder cover. the contact stated that the failure recurred approximately three years later while driving approximately 55 mph. shortly thereafter, the vehicle had become responsive to acceleration and was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the approximate failure mileage was 14,000.

Reported in: SHELTON CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D05J

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle would not accelerate. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician replaced the front and rear brake kit, rotors, brake lines, hoses, fluids and the master cylinder cover. the contact stated that the failure recurred approximately three years later while driving approximately 55 mph. shortly thereafter, the vehicle had become responsive to acceleration and was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the approximate failure mileage was 14,000.

Reported in: SHELTON CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D05J

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS

2005 dodge ram 1500, unit 1 was traveling eastbound on the ohio turnpike in the center lane at the 104 mile post. unit 1 heard a bang, and his right front tire came off. unit 1 got the vehicle off the road and came to rest on the right berm. bf the fender was damaged as a result of the tire coming completely. the driver stated the tire was replaced the day before. (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0217-90)*jb updated 05/11/11* bf

Reported in: PARKLAND FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

when the truck is at a lower idle speed like 5 or 10 mph such as at a stoplight or stop sign, it will stall. this happens about once or twice a week pretty regularly. another way it will stall is getting onto the freeway at about 30 to 40 mph the truck will stall and just shut off. the power steering shuts off along with the interior lights and radio. this forces the driver to have to pull over on the freeway and can really cause an accident. this has happened to me three times in the last 3 years. i changed the egr valve and that was supposed to fix the problem but even with no codes or engine light on, it is still stalling at stoplights and low rpm situations. the local dodge dealership cannot find anything wrong since there is no codes coming up. also reading the problem on websites such as carcompaints.com, it seems this problem is alot more common than i ever thought and surprised it has not been a recall yet.

Reported in: VICTORVILLE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D05J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact noticed a problem with the windshield wipers which stopped functioning on delay. they would stop in the middle of the windshield when he deactivated them. he later noticed that the left turn signal and the left headlight failed to function. a warning code illuminated on the instrument panel; however, he was unable to identify the code. the contact called an automotive parts store who stated that the problem could have been caused by the multi-function switch. the vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the current mileage was approximately 150,000. the failure mileage was approximately 147,000.

Reported in: EAST OTTO NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16DX5J

VISIBILITY

when i turn on my left turn signal my right turn signal blinks. some times my wipers won't come on or stop running. i am told that the multifunction switch needs to be replaced. this is definitely a safety issue.

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS, IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D85J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

when i turn on my left turn signal my right turn signal blinks. some times my wipers won't come on or stop running. i am told that the multifunction switch needs to be replaced. this is definitely a safety issue.

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS, IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D85J

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

when i turn on my left turn signal my right turn signal blinks. some times my wipers won't come on or stop running. i am told that the multifunction switch needs to be replaced. this is definitely a safety issue.

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS, IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D85J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i have a 2005 dodge ram 1500 truck, and have had an issue that started as just a starting problem, it would take a few tries to start the truck; and no dealer or private mechanic could tell me what was the problem, even though there was an engine light on. the problem recently got more severe, and dangerous, i was driving to work and after finally starting and driving for a few miles, the engine just turned off; right in the middle of the road, no brakes, no engine, no steering....the key was turned in the on position and the air and radio was still working but the engine was off; upon searching for a solution to this problem online, i came upon a link that the nhtsa was looking into the matter, because this problem seems to be fairly widespread based on an internet search, so i thought i would send this in to see if there was any new info, or if there could be a solution to this dangerous issue. thanks.

Reported in: MIDLAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that the lifters or valves within the engine failed. as a result, a loud knocking noise would come from the engine. the contact also stated that the engine control module was previously replaced. an authorized dealer informed the contact that failures of the engine valves, lifters and control module were a common occurrence. the failure mileage was 73,000 and the current mileage was 101,000.

Reported in: WILLIAMSBURG VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact was hit head on by a driver who was texting while driving 40 mph. the contacts vehicle was not moving when the crash occurred. the air bags did not deploy. the contact stated the vehicle was to towed to a local mechanic. the insurance company confirmed that the vehicle was destroyed. the vehicle was inspected, but the insurance company was unable to determine why the air bags did not deploy. the vin was unknown. the failure and current mileage was 71,000.

Reported in: SAINT PETERSBURGH FL || Crash: Y || VIN #:

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that she would hear a rumbling noise coming from the front driver side tire when driving at various speeds. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the contact was informed that the front driver side tie rod needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the failure recurred approximately three months later. the vehicle was taken back to the independent repair shop where the front driver's side tie rod was again replaced. the failure recurred approximately two years later. the vehicle was not yet taken to be repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but offered no assistance. the contact was also informed of a recall but the recall only pertained to later model year vehicles. the failure mileage was 40,883 and the current mileage was 80,000.

Reported in: OSWEGO NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18226S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i have a 05 dodge ram 1500 that stalls when slowing down to stop or take corners. when it stalls you loss power steering which has cuased me to almost be in mulitple accidents going around corners. this is a major issue and muliple people and model years have had the same issue. *tt

Reported in: PANAMA CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 35 mph, the contact noticed that the defroster was not functioning. the contact stated there was no air flowing through the vents on the dashboard to defrost the windshield. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician was unable to diagnose the failure and suggested removing the dashboard to locate the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Reported in: MIDDLETOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

when applying left turn signal, often the vehicles right signal activates, very dangerous as other drivers may make adjustments based upon your signaled direction. often applying the right signal, will not produce any activation at all. *kb

Reported in: NAMPA ID || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N25J

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH

when applying left turn signal, often the vehicles right signal activates, very dangerous as other drivers may make adjustments based upon your signaled direction. often applying the right signal, will not produce any activation at all. *kb

Reported in: NAMPA ID || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N25J

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL

when applying left turn signal, often the vehicles right signal activates, very dangerous as other drivers may make adjustments based upon your signaled direction. often applying the right signal, will not produce any activation at all. *kb

Reported in: NAMPA ID || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N25J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

when i slow down, and specifically turn the wheel in either direction, my dodge will randomly stall. the radio will stay on and the only way i know the truck has stalled is because i am not going anywhere. once i put it in neutral it starts right up and takes off. this is extremely dangerous and has almost caused accidents. took it to my local dodge dealership and they have no clue what it could be as they were "unable to duplicate" the problem. *kb

Reported in: CLARE MI || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

when i slow down, and specifically turn the wheel in either direction, my dodge will randomly stall. the radio will stay on and the only way i know the truck has stalled is because i am not going anywhere. once i put it in neutral it starts right up and takes off. this is extremely dangerous and has almost caused accidents. took it to my local dodge dealership and they have no clue what it could be as they were "unable to duplicate" the problem. *kb

Reported in: CLARE MI || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

for some reason my truck just stalls out when making a right hand turn or left hand turn or if you slow below 5 mph and try to turn the engine just shuts down and dodge acts like its just me. i feel this is a accident waiting to happen lets take care of the issue before someone dies. i paid 35,000 dollars for this truck and it shouldn't be a lemon even if the tranny has been rebuilt 3 times already. but there is something going on and dodge needs to fix it at there cost not ours.

Reported in: HARBOR OR || Crash: N || VIN #:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

the turn signal/wiper/lights assembly appears to have failed. when attempting to make a right turn signal, nothing happens. when making a left turn signal, the right signal happens instead. now, everything has failed. no brights, no turn signals, no wipers. researching on the internet, especially on the dodge truck forums, it seems to e quite a common problem. in fact that is where i got the link to this form to fill out. *kb

Reported in: CANTON GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N95S

VISIBILITY

the turn signal/wiper/lights assembly appears to have failed. when attempting to make a right turn signal, nothing happens. when making a left turn signal, the right signal happens instead. now, everything has failed. no brights, no turn signals, no wipers. researching on the internet, especially on the dodge truck forums, it seems to e quite a common problem. in fact that is where i got the link to this form to fill out. *kb

Reported in: CANTON GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N95S

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the turn signal/wiper/lights assembly appears to have failed. when attempting to make a right turn signal, nothing happens. when making a left turn signal, the right signal happens instead. now, everything has failed. no brights, no turn signals, no wipers. researching on the internet, especially on the dodge truck forums, it seems to e quite a common problem. in fact that is where i got the link to this form to fill out. *kb

Reported in: CANTON GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N95S

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

when trying to signal a turn (either way) the signal either goes the opposite of what you want or doesn't work at all. have been stopped due to non signal on a turn, explained the issue and showed them how it didn't work, then all of sudden works, but is the opposite turn signal....got off without anything but a verbal warning to fix. also the wipers act up, turn on intermittent and the wipers go fast and then will suddenly stop in mid wipe and won't return to its normal position. they also will not go on intermittent or slow at all, but will go on the fast wiper speed. the instrument panel only lights up on certain clusters since the issues started with the wipers and turn signals. i believe this truly is a safety issue and should be addressed by daimler chrysler!!!

Reported in: PEQUOT LAKES MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D95J

POWER TRAIN

truck stalls daily. only stalls when coming to a stop. once completely stopped the tachometer jolts up and down, making the truck lurch forward, and will sometimes stall completely. does not happen while driving, or at low speeds, only at complete stop and in drive. if in neutral this does not happen. this is unsafe to lose control of your truck and at times it lurches forward trying to get the correct rpm. i have seen all over the internet how widespread this problem is and dodge has done nothing about it. many times i have seen where this has occurred to people while driving! this is an automatic transmission, everything checks out fine except this, it has to be a computer problem and needs replaced. i see often where people change many parts, sometimes helping but usually not.

Reported in: PLAINFIELD IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D25J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

truck stalls daily. only stalls when coming to a stop. once completely stopped the tachometer jolts up and down, making the truck lurch forward, and will sometimes stall completely. does not happen while driving, or at low speeds, only at complete stop and in drive. if in neutral this does not happen. this is unsafe to lose control of your truck and at times it lurches forward trying to get the correct rpm. i have seen all over the internet how widespread this problem is and dodge has done nothing about it. many times i have seen where this has occurred to people while driving! this is an automatic transmission, everything checks out fine except this, it has to be a computer problem and needs replaced. i see often where people change many parts, sometimes helping but usually not.

Reported in: PLAINFIELD IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D25J

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

truck stalls daily. only stalls when coming to a stop. once completely stopped the tachometer jolts up and down, making the truck lurch forward, and will sometimes stall completely. does not happen while driving, or at low speeds, only at complete stop and in drive. if in neutral this does not happen. this is unsafe to lose control of your truck and at times it lurches forward trying to get the correct rpm. i have seen all over the internet how widespread this problem is and dodge has done nothing about it. many times i have seen where this has occurred to people while driving! this is an automatic transmission, everything checks out fine except this, it has to be a computer problem and needs replaced. i see often where people change many parts, sometimes helping but usually not.

Reported in: PLAINFIELD IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D25J

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

intermittent windshield wiper function, also intermittent blinker and lighting function.

Reported in: GREAT MILLS MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

intermittent windshield wiper function, also intermittent blinker and lighting function.

Reported in: GREAT MILLS MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

broken blend door in heating plenum causing loss of defroster use. a major safety hazard in cold weather. in searching the web it appears to be a common problem.

Reported in: KUNA ID || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

a very dangerous problem with my 2005 dodge ram 1500 pick-up is occurring on a daily basis when i use the turn signal - windshield wiper - high beam " multi-switch". when trying to signal a left turn by pushing down on the "multi-switch" lever(left turn signal flashes two or three times then right turn signal activates uncommanded) if i try to engage the right turn signal some times it won't signal / flash at all. my truck only has 46,000 miles on it, not a good testimate for dodge. i read in a dodge repair website / forum that a lot of the same problems are occurring with the dodge ram pick-ups and mini vans. (all years) is there a recall or will a recall be considered in the near future?

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D35J

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

a very dangerous problem with my 2005 dodge ram 1500 pick-up is occurring on a daily basis when i use the turn signal - windshield wiper - high beam " multi-switch". when trying to signal a left turn by pushing down on the "multi-switch" lever(left turn signal flashes two or three times then right turn signal activates uncommanded) if i try to engage the right turn signal some times it won't signal / flash at all. my truck only has 46,000 miles on it, not a good testimate for dodge. i read in a dodge repair website / forum that a lot of the same problems are occurring with the dodge ram pick-ups and mini vans. (all years) is there a recall or will a recall be considered in the near future?

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D35J

VISIBILITY

a very dangerous problem with my 2005 dodge ram 1500 pick-up is occurring on a daily basis when i use the turn signal - windshield wiper - high beam " multi-switch". when trying to signal a left turn by pushing down on the "multi-switch" lever(left turn signal flashes two or three times then right turn signal activates uncommanded) if i try to engage the right turn signal some times it won't signal / flash at all. my truck only has 46,000 miles on it, not a good testimate for dodge. i read in a dodge repair website / forum that a lot of the same problems are occurring with the dodge ram pick-ups and mini vans. (all years) is there a recall or will a recall be considered in the near future?

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D35J

PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:HYDRAULIC

while backing out my driveway i went to turn the wheel and there was a shudder ,i went to put the brakes on ,no brakes then the engine died. making me hit a parked vehicle .this happens on and off and should be addressed ,before there is an injury or death .come on dodge fix this!!!!! *kb

Reported in: SHIRLEY MA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

STEERING

while backing out my driveway i went to turn the wheel and there was a shudder ,i went to put the brakes on ,no brakes then the engine died. making me hit a parked vehicle .this happens on and off and should be addressed ,before there is an injury or death .come on dodge fix this!!!!! *kb

Reported in: SHIRLEY MA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

while backing out my driveway i went to turn the wheel and there was a shudder ,i went to put the brakes on ,no brakes then the engine died. making me hit a parked vehicle .this happens on and off and should be addressed ,before there is an injury or death .come on dodge fix this!!!!! *kb

Reported in: SHIRLEY MA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

during a front end collision, followed by a vehicle rollover, both the driver side and passenger side airbags failed to deploy. the vehicle struck a utility pole on the driver side directly at the headlight. it appears the vehicle then flipped up and hit the roof on the pole before rolling over and coming to rest on the roof.

Reported in: LITITZ PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D35J

VISIBILITY

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while driving 4 mph, the windshield wipers malfunctioned. the contact also stated that the windshield wiper motor was no longer working. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09e009000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer). the failure mileage was 101,000.

Reported in: SEATTLE WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D25J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

driver door lock stuck in locked position no matter what, can open only from inside, all other door locks work fine, driver side rear window will not roll down from any power control stuck permanently up.

Reported in: OVERTON NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N55S

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

driver door lock stuck in locked position no matter what, can open only from inside, all other door locks work fine, driver side rear window will not roll down from any power control stuck permanently up.

Reported in: OVERTON NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N55S

POWER TRAIN

i was driving down the road and the lsd rear differential of my 2005 dodge ram 1500 completely locked up and the drive line separated from the rear differential. the shop that fixed it said that a retaining clip must have come loose and destroyed the entire rear differential. good thing i was only going about 25 mph in a residential neighborhood and not 75mph on the freeway, or the outcome could have been life threatening. *tt

Reported in: HERRIMAN UT || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i was driving down the road and the lsd rear differential of my 2005 dodge ram 1500 completely locked up and the drive line separated from the rear differential. the shop that fixed it said that a retaining clip must have come loose and destroyed the entire rear differential. good thing i was only going about 25 mph in a residential neighborhood and not 75mph on the freeway, or the outcome could have been life threatening. *tt

Reported in: HERRIMAN UT || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i drive a ram 1500 4wd with the following rear differential: dmds 3.55 axle ratio, drbs corporate 9.25 ld rear axle. while driving on a dry, bare road at 40 mph, i started to hear a low pitched growling noise from the rear end of my truck. i was trying to locate a place to pull over to, but within about 30-60 seconds i heard a single loud booming type noise from the rear end of my truck and the i wasn't able to accelerate after that (power loss to the wheels). the booming noise was my drive shaft that had just fallen off due to the pinion nut coming undone. once the pinion nut/driveshaft came off the truck, something started flying around inside of the rear end differential case and cracked the bottom of my rear diff case (plus the rear diff was totally locked up). i recovered the driveshaft and found the pinion nut floating around inside of the driveshaft yoke flange assembly which was still attached to the drive shaft (pinion nut was not broken). there haven't been any repairs needed to that side of the rear differential (e.g. like a pinion seal or the like), that would account for the pinion nut coming loose, only the standard fluid changes at the specified times using the proper fluids (per the tsb released by dodge: 03-003-06). during the fluid changes, there was no evidence of metal pieces or issues in the rear differential. luckily i was on a side road during the incident in the early morning hours, but had just been on the freeway 10 minutes earlier. i can't imagine the safety issues that would have occured if that driveshaft came off on the freeway. *tt

Reported in: MUKILTEO WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D25J

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the volume of air coming from my defroster is inadequate to keep the windshield clear from fog and frost. i have read several on line articles about this problem and it seems quite a few people are having the same issue. i live in california and could only imagine how someone living in a colder climate is dealing with this problem. this definitely can cause an unsafe condition by hampering your vision while driving.

Reported in: FAIR OAKS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N75S

VISIBILITY

the volume of air coming from my defroster is inadequate to keep the windshield clear from fog and frost. i have read several on line articles about this problem and it seems quite a few people are having the same issue. i live in california and could only imagine how someone living in a colder climate is dealing with this problem. this definitely can cause an unsafe condition by hampering your vision while driving.

Reported in: FAIR OAKS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N75S

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that the left rear turn signal was defective and stopped working. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 25,000 and the current mileage was 70,000.

Reported in: YORK PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18226J

TIRES

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 with cooper jetzon revenger (n/a) (245/70r17) tires, dot number: tnhreu0807. while driving approximately 70 mph, the contact heard a flopping sound coming from the front driver's side tire. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the tire was replaced with the spare. the mechanic stated the tread had separated from the tire. the front and rear passenger side and the rear driver side tires also experienced tread separation. the tires were replaced. the approximate failure was 136,197. the tire failure mileage was 42,798.

Reported in: ARAPAHO OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D05S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

my 05 ram 1500 has now stalled out twice in the 2 months i have had it. the first time i was stuck in rush hour traffic so i was at a stand still but now this time i was turning into a school and the truck stalled and steering wheel locked...i almost hit 2 teachers because of this...the lights and radio was still on though..this is a major problem that needs attention before someone gets seriously hurt..

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

my 05 ram 1500 has now stalled out twice in the 2 months i have had it. the first time i was stuck in rush hour traffic so i was at a stand still but now this time i was turning into a school and the truck stalled and steering wheel locked...i almost hit 2 teachers because of this...the lights and radio was still on though..this is a major problem that needs attention before someone gets seriously hurt..

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while making a turn at a low speed the vehicle stalled with out any warning. the contact mentioned that the failure recurred several times and he was able to restart the vehicle after waiting a few minutes. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 78,000. updated 07/05/12*lj the consumer stated sometimes while the vehicle was running, but not in motion, it would simply cut off. updated 07/10/12

Reported in: BATON ROUGE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N25S

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while making a turn at a low speed the vehicle stalled with out any warning. the contact mentioned that the failure recurred several times and he was able to restart the vehicle after waiting a few minutes. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 78,000. updated 07/05/12*lj the consumer stated sometimes while the vehicle was running, but not in motion, it would simply cut off. updated 07/10/12

Reported in: BATON ROUGE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N25S

POWER TRAIN

vehicle stalled once after reversing approximately 20 feet then going back into drive, immediate restart was possible (6/18/2012). the following day (6/19/2012) this truck stalled at a red light, again, immediate restart was possible. no other problems have been determined in the vehicle that would be responsible for stalling. *js

Reported in: WAIALUA HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

STEERING

the front brake will lock up on one side causing the rotor , caliper hub and wheel to become so hot it starts smoking . after it cools of it will release the locked up caliper and become drivable again. this will be fine for a while and then the other side will do the same thing.. this has to be very dangerous overheating all the front end components to these very high temperatures . there have been others with this problem on a forum ( vtcoa.com ) i am a member of . there needs to be a dodge recall on all the effected overheating parts before it causes a major accident if it hasn't already. the other problem is the power steering hoses keep leaking or blowing out . this is another real hazard to safety . have you ever tried to steer a 3 ton truck with no power assist , not easy by any means . these two things are an accident waiting to happen and should be corrected by dodge before someone gets killed.

Reported in: NEW PORT RICHEY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3D3HA18H55G

SERVICE BRAKES

the front brake will lock up on one side causing the rotor , caliper hub and wheel to become so hot it starts smoking . after it cools of it will release the locked up caliper and become drivable again. this will be fine for a while and then the other side will do the same thing.. this has to be very dangerous overheating all the front end components to these very high temperatures . there have been others with this problem on a forum ( vtcoa.com ) i am a member of . there needs to be a dodge recall on all the effected overheating parts before it causes a major accident if it hasn't already. the other problem is the power steering hoses keep leaking or blowing out . this is another real hazard to safety . have you ever tried to steer a 3 ton truck with no power assist , not easy by any means . these two things are an accident waiting to happen and should be corrected by dodge before someone gets killed.

Reported in: NEW PORT RICHEY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3D3HA18H55G

STEERING

engine stalled without warning while traveling at slow speeds causing loss of brakes and steering control. this has happened numerous times while both traveling straight and turning. it has been a very dangerous issue to deal with.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D95J

ENGINE

engine stalled without warning while traveling at slow speeds causing loss of brakes and steering control. this has happened numerous times while both traveling straight and turning. it has been a very dangerous issue to deal with.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D95J

SERVICE BRAKES

engine stalled without warning while traveling at slow speeds causing loss of brakes and steering control. this has happened numerous times while both traveling straight and turning. it has been a very dangerous issue to deal with.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D95J

TIRES

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500 equipped with bf goodrich radial t tires, size: p265-70-r17. the contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the vehicle exhibited a loud, abnormal noise. the contact coasted onto the shoulder, inspected the vehicle and discovered that one side of the rear passenger tire was separated from the rim. the failure was caused by thread failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 132,196.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16K75J

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM

driving at approximately 35 mph one of the defroster vents broke and fell into the ductwork. later that day noticed the dash had cracked. as this problem has just started on my truck i have seen from other dodge rams where this will progress and the dash will fall in, damaging wires and circuits. this is a potential fire hazard as well as possibly causing systems such as headlights, etc. to stop working when needed most. dodge informed me that if they looked at the dash, and i decided not to pay to fix the dash, they would charge me $85 for their time. that is not acceptable on so many levels. dodge should be forced to do something about this.

Reported in: LAMAR SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D75S

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 15 mph, the contact approached a turn when the engine stalled without warning. the engine was restated after shifting into neutral. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis however, the dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 2,500......updated 10/19/12 *bf the consumer stated the issued occurred on a semi-regular basis; usually twice a week.

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18NX5J

POWER TRAIN

driving on route 3 south in tyngsboro, ma. 55 mpg at 7:00am rear differential pinion bearing seized. locked up pinion and yoke. snapped off driveshaft, breaking front driveshaft and yoke. also shattered transfer case.

Reported in: CHELMSFORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N05S

SUSPENSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while traveling 60 mph the pinion nut came loose from the pinion shaft. as a result, the rear wheels locked up. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that he never seen that type of failure before. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. the failure and current mileage was 105,000.

Reported in: WILLIAMSPORT PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N75S

SUSPENSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer for inspection where they stated that the axle pin back and the axle needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 157,000.

Reported in: LA PLACE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N55S

SERVICE BRAKES

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that when releasing the emergency brakes he noticed that the plastic cover fracture. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the plastic was very weak and the break lever release cover needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they repaired the vehicle under warranty the first 3 times. the failure mileage was approximately 12,186 and the current mileage was approximately 49,779.

Reported in: METFORD OR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18NX5J

POWER TRAIN

well i was about 2 to 5 miles from home the truck lost power and then about half way up the drive way the oil pressure dropped to zero and never came back up i started it back after it died and it started to knock so i turned it off and it has not been started since.

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N65S

ENGINE

well i was about 2 to 5 miles from home the truck lost power and then about half way up the drive way the oil pressure dropped to zero and never came back up i started it back after it died and it started to knock so i turned it off and it has not been started since.

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N65S

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while driving in a snow storm at speeds of approximately 5 mph, the defrost system suddenly became inoperable. the vehicle was moved off the roadway and left at the site because the defrost system would not clear the windows. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. the manufacturer was contacted and a report was filed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were approximately 87,000. the vin was unavailable. ..updated 01/16/2013 *bf the consumer repaired the vehicle. the plastic hinge on the defroster. updated 1/28/2013 *js

Reported in: JACKSON WY || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

while taking low speed, tight turns with my 2005 dodge ram 1500 truck the engine stalls out. i'm pretty sure this issue is the same as the nhtsa action number:ea05018. this has happen several times within the last two month. the local dodge dealer "cleaned" the intake manifold, (charged me $89.00) but it is still happening.

Reported in: WINONA MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16N35J

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

while taking low speed, tight turns with my 2005 dodge ram 1500 truck the engine stalls out. i'm pretty sure this issue is the same as the nhtsa action number:ea05018. this has happen several times within the last two month. the local dodge dealer "cleaned" the intake manifold, (charged me $89.00) but it is still happening.

Reported in: WINONA MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16N35J

POWER TRAIN

my rear differential completely locked up. both tire locked sending me and my kids into the dash and back seat. bought truck new had only 50k miles but was 2 weeks out of the 7 year warranty. spoke w dodge rep towed to nearest dealer they had truck for 1 month, was then told not covered. originally was told i would pay $1000 & dodge would cover rest. 11th hr was told no coverage.

Reported in: MASSAPEQUA PARK NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

over the last few days the vehicle idle has been extremely erratic. today pulling up to a stop sign at a slight curve, the vehicle/engine just shut off. i was able to restart it but it was a very dangerous situation as my power brakes and power steering both shut off unexpectedly and could have caused a major accident if there had been other cars coming.

Reported in: RACINE WI || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the blend door on the 2005 dodge ram goes bad easily. when this happens the ac/ and heater re-circulation is damaged. this causes visibility issues. this is a very common issue. i'm surprised this has not been recalled yet or even looked into.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D05S

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM

the blend door on the 2005 dodge ram goes bad easily. when this happens the ac/ and heater re-circulation is damaged. this causes visibility issues. this is a very common issue. i'm surprised this has not been recalled yet or even looked into.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D05S

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the wiper delays don't work and shut off on their own. they will turn on when the switch is turned off. they will sometimes work on the delay and other times go full speed only. i live in bellevue washington where it rains frequently so i rely on my wipers to work properly so i don't get into an accident. i have tried to replace the relay switch (no luck). i have read may posts in forums for dodge ram 1500 owners and there are thousands of owners with the same issue but no fixes have been found. many owners have brought their trucks to the dealership to repair with no luck. this is a safety issue and it needs to be investigated. it is obviously not a simple fix and dodge should be looking into a solution for all the owners of dodge ram 1500 trucks.

Reported in: BELLEVUE WA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated while driving at unknown speeds and parking, the brakes failed causing the vehicle to hit a curb. the failure recurred numerous times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis where the contact was informed that the non serviceable hydraulic pump in the anti lock braking system had failed. the vehicle was repaired. two years later, the failure recurred. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage is 95,000. updated 03/12/13*lj updated 3/13/13 updated 3/27/13 updated 04/18/2013*js

Reported in: ARVADA CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45S

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated while driving at unknown speeds and parking, the brakes failed causing the vehicle to hit a curb. the failure recurred numerous times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis where the contact was informed that the non serviceable hydraulic pump in the anti lock braking system had failed. the vehicle was repaired. two years later, the failure recurred. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage is 95,000. updated 03/12/13*lj updated 3/13/13 updated 3/27/13 updated 04/18/2013*js

Reported in: ARVADA CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45S

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle stalled without warning. the failure recurred numerous times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis but the failure could not be replicated however, thirteen electrical updates were made to the vehicle in an attempt to remedy the failure. the failure recurred. the vehicle was not further repaired. the failure and current mileage was 56,000.

Reported in: FOLSOM CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D85S

POWER TRAIN

tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated while driving 65 mph, a loud noise sounded outside of the vehicle as the drive shaft disengaged and the rear wheels seized. the vehicle violently turned a full 180 degrees. the vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road and towed to an independent auto mechanic. the mechanic advised that one of the nuts had dislodged from the rear differential. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 178,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: WILLIAMSTOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

driving heard noise from rear of truck. sounded like a very harsh grind, then a loud bang. rear wheels locked up and truck went into a hopping skid. drive shaft and yoke still together was on the ground and pinion nut, in tact, trapped between universal joint and yoke. towed to shop, found extensive damage to ring and pinion gears, pinion bearing, carrier (gear housing) and cracked outer housing. gear oil in great condition, no signs of overheating.

Reported in: HAVERTOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45J

ENGINE

truck stalled as i was turning into a driveway. this resulted in loss of steering control. there were no indicators on the dash that the engine had stalled. in doing an internet search, this seems like a common problem with dodge pickups of this vintage.

Reported in: CHASKA MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N55S

POWER TRAIN

while driving on interstate 195 i entered exit lane 28a and without warning at 60mph my rear tires locked up, the driveshaft disconnected from rear and my truck went into an uncontrolled spin. it was 5 seconds of terror that i thought would surely end in disaster. i stopped dangerously blocking the exit ramp and had to risk my life to pull the shaft out of the front switch to four wheel drive and drag my truck onto the shoulder as cars sped around me. i have a 9.25" rear with a 3.92 ratio and the pinion nut came off lodged in the shaft as the pinion gear jammed up the rear axles. sound familiar? help!! i was told by chrysler there are no issues with my model year truck but i see a number of complaints like this one. i was lucky that i wasn't killed. hopefully chrysler fixes this fault before someone isn't so lucky.

Reported in: WILLIAMSTOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

while driving at approx 30mph, i heard a growling sound coming from underneath the vehicle, which stopped. a few seconds later, another, louder, growling sound was heard. as i started to pull off the road, there was a loud boom, followed by the real wheels locking up. upon inspecting, found the driveshaft had come off the differential.

Reported in: KEMPNER TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D35S

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the driver's side door lock actuator failed causing it to be stuck in the "locked" position. using the key fob and manually turning the key in the door lock had no effect on the mechanism. the only way to open the door was by entering through the passenger side. upon opening the door from the inside by use of the door handle the handle became stuck in the open position and had to be pushed back to its default setting. the lock makes a very loud "pang" noise now when locking as if metal on metal contact is being made.

Reported in: LEAGUE CITY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D45J

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

the driver's side door lock actuator failed causing it to be stuck in the "locked" position. using the key fob and manually turning the key in the door lock had no effect on the mechanism. the only way to open the door was by entering through the passenger side. upon opening the door from the inside by use of the door handle the handle became stuck in the open position and had to be pushed back to its default setting. the lock makes a very loud "pang" noise now when locking as if metal on metal contact is being made.

Reported in: LEAGUE CITY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D45J

POWER TRAIN

1st incident 2/21/13: driving on a 4 lane highway w/center left turn lanes at 40 when a car cut across from the right to make a left turn. hit the brakes causing the front to lock up (rear abs only). truck started stopping, but continued moving forward against the front brakes and into the car. truck left unusually long skid marks. police and insurance reports made. damaged to front bumper. 2nd incident 3/5/13: driving at 40 on curved section of highway with 2 lanes in direction i was going and 1 lane on opposite side separated by large grass medium when a car pulled out from the left hand u-turn in the medium. hit the brakes causing the truck to slide straight through curve onto grass shoulder. truck came to complete stop and heard the right rear spinning in the dirt. put my left foot on the brake to hold truck from moving. i checked to make sure i was not on the gas. it spun for several seconds before stopping. truck left normal length of skid marks. did not smell burnt brakes in rear; possibly not engaged at all. i am currently looking to see if i can test the braking at a local dirt track to verify this issue, and to have outside observation of the occurrence. i have replaced all four disk brakes with high performance brake rotors and brake pads to assist with better braking in the last week. i will post the results here once i can arrange the test. have not had any problems with normal or heavy braking; only emergency braking. first incident resulted in an accident, luckily no injuries. the drive wheel was in the dirt for second incident; there was not an accident. this is a very serious safety issue, and may be the cause of other accidents and not reported because driver could not realize it happened. it appears to be the problem where the abs system causes excessive heat build up resulting in computer malfunction.

Reported in: TOMS RIVER NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18N15S

SERVICE BRAKES

1st incident 2/21/13: driving on a 4 lane highway w/center left turn lanes at 40 when a car cut across from the right to make a left turn. hit the brakes causing the front to lock up (rear abs only). truck started stopping, but continued moving forward against the front brakes and into the car. truck left unusually long skid marks. police and insurance reports made. damaged to front bumper. 2nd incident 3/5/13: driving at 40 on curved section of highway with 2 lanes in direction i was going and 1 lane on opposite side separated by large grass medium when a car pulled out from the left hand u-turn in the medium. hit the brakes causing the truck to slide straight through curve onto grass shoulder. truck came to complete stop and heard the right rear spinning in the dirt. put my left foot on the brake to hold truck from moving. i checked to make sure i was not on the gas. it spun for several seconds before stopping. truck left normal length of skid marks. did not smell burnt brakes in rear; possibly not engaged at all. i am currently looking to see if i can test the braking at a local dirt track to verify this issue, and to have outside observation of the occurrence. i have replaced all four disk brakes with high performance brake rotors and brake pads to assist with better braking in the last week. i will post the results here once i can arrange the test. have not had any problems with normal or heavy braking; only emergency braking. first incident resulted in an accident, luckily no injuries. the drive wheel was in the dirt for second incident; there was not an accident. this is a very serious safety issue, and may be the cause of other accidents and not reported because driver could not realize it happened. it appears to be the problem where the abs system causes excessive heat build up resulting in computer malfunction.

Reported in: TOMS RIVER NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18N15S

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1st incident 2/21/13: driving on a 4 lane highway w/center left turn lanes at 40 when a car cut across from the right to make a left turn. hit the brakes causing the front to lock up (rear abs only). truck started stopping, but continued moving forward against the front brakes and into the car. truck left unusually long skid marks. police and insurance reports made. damaged to front bumper. 2nd incident 3/5/13: driving at 40 on curved section of highway with 2 lanes in direction i was going and 1 lane on opposite side separated by large grass medium when a car pulled out from the left hand u-turn in the medium. hit the brakes causing the truck to slide straight through curve onto grass shoulder. truck came to complete stop and heard the right rear spinning in the dirt. put my left foot on the brake to hold truck from moving. i checked to make sure i was not on the gas. it spun for several seconds before stopping. truck left normal length of skid marks. did not smell burnt brakes in rear; possibly not engaged at all. i am currently looking to see if i can test the braking at a local dirt track to verify this issue, and to have outside observation of the occurrence. i have replaced all four disk brakes with high performance brake rotors and brake pads to assist with better braking in the last week. i will post the results here once i can arrange the test. have not had any problems with normal or heavy braking; only emergency braking. first incident resulted in an accident, luckily no injuries. the drive wheel was in the dirt for second incident; there was not an accident. this is a very serious safety issue, and may be the cause of other accidents and not reported because driver could not realize it happened. it appears to be the problem where the abs system causes excessive heat build up resulting in computer malfunction.

Reported in: TOMS RIVER NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18N15S

POWER TRAIN

i was driving (speed 35 mph) (mileage 92,201) when the pinion nut came off and the drive shaft detached from the rear-end allowing the pinion to move freely into the rear-end causing damage. i was still rolling forward and was able to exit the 4 lane road i was on without causing an incident. my vehicle required a tow back to my home and then had to be towed to my mechanic after being told my vehicle was out of warranty. this seems to be a common occurrence and i would like to see the 2005 year 1500 ram added to the current recall. have repair bill on file.

Reported in: WHITEHOUSE OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D45S

POWER TRAIN

while driving down the highway the drive shaft fell off the truck at the differential side. the pinion gear fell into the housing locking the rear end up. i hit my head on the side window, and my back has been hurting ever since. the pinion gear was not broken, the only thing missing was the nut. it cost over $2500 out of my pocket to fix and a rental car. my truck is a 2005 dodge ram 1500 slt 4x4.

Reported in: PORT ARTHUR TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18N25J

POWER TRAIN

i was driving approximately 35 mph (mileage 172,500) when i heard a noise coming from the rear end. i started slowing down immediately. then i heard the drive shaft hit and drag on the pavement and the rear end locked up causing the truck to start skidding. i came to a stop in the road and unable to move the vehicle until a tow truck could come. i was towed to a local shop for repair. the mechanic told me the pinion nut came off and the drive shaft disconnected. the rear differential gears were damaged. full replacement required. i see many cases listed here and would like to see the 2005 model year 1500 ram added to the current recall.

Reported in: CHAMBERSBURG PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16D05J

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while traveling 55 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact also stated that the failure recurred intermittently. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the pcm needed to be updated but the throttle body would have to be cleaned before any other repairs could be completed. the vehicle had not yet been repaired. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure mileage was 88,658.

Reported in: KELLER TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D65J

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the engine stalled without warning. upon restarting, the vehicle resumed normally. the failure recurred fifteen times. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

Reported in: FORT BENNING GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N95S

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

the fuel tank on this truck leaks, the tank and the parts on it seem to be faulty, there are cracks were the fill tube is and tank is cracked, i believe the tanks on these trucks are a fire and loss of life issue,, it looks as the materials the tanks are made with aren't meant to be used for a gas tank, to me its poor material and design of a gas tank, when i took it to the dealer to trouble shoot my problem, they wouldn't even put what the problem was on the service ticket, they told me i need a new gas tank, as a retired nj state certified fire fighter, i see this a real life safety issue,

Reported in: NAPLES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N35J

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

the fuel tank on this truck leaks, the tank and the parts on it seem to be faulty, there are cracks were the fill tube is and tank is cracked, i believe the tanks on these trucks are a fire and loss of life issue,, it looks as the materials the tanks are made with aren't meant to be used for a gas tank, to me its poor material and design of a gas tank, when i took it to the dealer to trouble shoot my problem, they wouldn't even put what the problem was on the service ticket, they told me i need a new gas tank, as a retired nj state certified fire fighter, i see this a real life safety issue,

Reported in: NAPLES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N35J

STRUCTURE

drive side lock got stuck in lock position, and it can only be opened by using the inside handle on the driver's door.

Reported in: SANTA CLARA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D55S

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

drive side lock got stuck in lock position, and it can only be opened by using the inside handle on the driver's door.

Reported in: SANTA CLARA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D55S

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

drive side lock got stuck in lock position, and it can only be opened by using the inside handle on the driver's door.

Reported in: SANTA CLARA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D55S

POWER TRAIN

i was on kingston pike hwy sitting at a red light in front of a gas station waiting for the light to turn red. when all of a sudden it felt as though someone hit me from the rear end, the motor shut off. the truck was in gear still, so i put in park and looked behind me. i noticed that nobody hit me. i then started the truck up an put in gear at first it did nothing then it moved so turned into the parking lot of the gas station. the truck came to a stop itself, but the motor was still running so i immediately shut it off. when i got out i looked under the truck seeing the drive shaft hanging down. i called progressive insurance for a tow. i had it towed to a mechanic shop, who looked at it the next day telling me that the pinion nut had came off and went back into the case. there was damage but that he put another nut on with some locktite, but he did not brake the differential down. i was told that it would need to be done to insure how much damage was done. so i took it to a 4x4 specialist who said he had heard of this before. that i am looking at about $1000 in repairs. i came back home and researched this problem notice several people with the same problem. along with a recall on 2009 to 2012 year models for the same thing.

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D05J

SERVICE BRAKES

i was driving my 05 dodge ram 1500 4x4 traveling on the interstate doing 55 mph when i heard a whining noise that grew real loud. as i attempted to pull over to the median the truck locked up and skidded to a stop just missing the guard rail. i got out and looked under my truck and saw the drive shaft had broken off from the rear end/differential and oil was pouring out the differential casing from the exposed hole where the drive shaft had been attached. if this had happened on the drive lanes i think there would have been a collision with other vehicles that may have been behind me. i had it towed to the repair shop that had repaired the rear end in 2010 at a cost of $906.93. the truck would not roll forward on to the tow truck but would roll backward making it difficult to load on the tow truck. i went online and read many complaints about the same problem i am having. these complaints are not year specific and covered vehicles ranging from the late 90s and practically all 2000 model years. some of the divers nearly had accidents. apparently dodge is well aware of this on going problem but refuses to make a recall. i think someone is eventually going to get hurt or killed. i for one am getting rid of it as soon as it is fixed. i don't feel safe driving it anymore. some people have had repairs for this problem only to have it reoccur shortly after the repair. thank you for your time and assistance.

Reported in: PALMYRA IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N45J

POWER TRAIN

i was driving my 05 dodge ram 1500 4x4 traveling on the interstate doing 55 mph when i heard a whining noise that grew real loud. as i attempted to pull over to the median the truck locked up and skidded to a stop just missing the guard rail. i got out and looked under my truck and saw the drive shaft had broken off from the rear end/differential and oil was pouring out the differential casing from the exposed hole where the drive shaft had been attached. if this had happened on the drive lanes i think there would have been a collision with other vehicles that may have been behind me. i had it towed to the repair shop that had repaired the rear end in 2010 at a cost of $906.93. the truck would not roll forward on to the tow truck but would roll backward making it difficult to load on the tow truck. i went online and read many complaints about the same problem i am having. these complaints are not year specific and covered vehicles ranging from the late 90s and practically all 2000 model years. some of the divers nearly had accidents. apparently dodge is well aware of this on going problem but refuses to make a recall. i think someone is eventually going to get hurt or killed. i for one am getting rid of it as soon as it is fixed. i don't feel safe driving it anymore. some people have had repairs for this problem only to have it reoccur shortly after the repair. thank you for your time and assistance.

Reported in: PALMYRA IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N45J

STEERING

i was pulling away from a drive up window and the truck died. lost power steering and brakes. this is not the first time this has happened and luckily i have not been driving fast when it has happened.

Reported in: BOISE ID || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N05S

SERVICE BRAKES

i was pulling away from a drive up window and the truck died. lost power steering and brakes. this is not the first time this has happened and luckily i have not been driving fast when it has happened.

Reported in: BOISE ID || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N05S

ENGINE

i was pulling away from a drive up window and the truck died. lost power steering and brakes. this is not the first time this has happened and luckily i have not been driving fast when it has happened.

Reported in: BOISE ID || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N05S

POWER TRAIN

i started to get a rough idle condition on my dodge ram 1500 quad cab with the 5.7 hemi motor and auto trans. now intermittently over the past several month the truck stalls when going from reverse to drive...though not that dangerous an inconvenience. the dangerous part is when i sometimes pull into traffic the truck will start forward as it should then the motor will just die causing loss of brake and steering functions. i am getting no engine codes or check engine light. i have even hooked the truck up to a computer with no codes detected. recently i went to pull into traffic onto a road that was 35mph and the motor again died. luckily the driver heading toward my driver side door slammed on their brakes and allowed me to put the truck in neutral restart it and get it out of the other vehicle's lane of travel. the throttle body has been cleaned the spark plugs have been changed with no luck and the problem persists. this is a link to just (1) website of many that i found that shows this is clearly not isolated to my vehicle. http://www.carcomplaints.com/dodge/ram_1500/2005/engine/engine_stalls.shtml i cannot even begin to diagnose this problem because it is so sporadic with no engine lights or codes it would probably cost a small fortune for a dealer to diagnose this issue because of the amount of time in between the stall conditions.

Reported in: HAMMONTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i started to get a rough idle condition on my dodge ram 1500 quad cab with the 5.7 hemi motor and auto trans. now intermittently over the past several month the truck stalls when going from reverse to drive...though not that dangerous an inconvenience. the dangerous part is when i sometimes pull into traffic the truck will start forward as it should then the motor will just die causing loss of brake and steering functions. i am getting no engine codes or check engine light. i have even hooked the truck up to a computer with no codes detected. recently i went to pull into traffic onto a road that was 35mph and the motor again died. luckily the driver heading toward my driver side door slammed on their brakes and allowed me to put the truck in neutral restart it and get it out of the other vehicle's lane of travel. the throttle body has been cleaned the spark plugs have been changed with no luck and the problem persists. this is a link to just (1) website of many that i found that shows this is clearly not isolated to my vehicle. http://www.carcomplaints.com/dodge/ram_1500/2005/engine/engine_stalls.shtml i cannot even begin to diagnose this problem because it is so sporadic with no engine lights or codes it would probably cost a small fortune for a dealer to diagnose this issue because of the amount of time in between the stall conditions.

Reported in: HAMMONTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

i started to get a rough idle condition on my dodge ram 1500 quad cab with the 5.7 hemi motor and auto trans. now intermittently over the past several month the truck stalls when going from reverse to drive...though not that dangerous an inconvenience. the dangerous part is when i sometimes pull into traffic the truck will start forward as it should then the motor will just die causing loss of brake and steering functions. i am getting no engine codes or check engine light. i have even hooked the truck up to a computer with no codes detected. recently i went to pull into traffic onto a road that was 35mph and the motor again died. luckily the driver heading toward my driver side door slammed on their brakes and allowed me to put the truck in neutral restart it and get it out of the other vehicle's lane of travel. the throttle body has been cleaned the spark plugs have been changed with no luck and the problem persists. this is a link to just (1) website of many that i found that shows this is clearly not isolated to my vehicle. http://www.carcomplaints.com/dodge/ram_1500/2005/engine/engine_stalls.shtml i cannot even begin to diagnose this problem because it is so sporadic with no engine lights or codes it would probably cost a small fortune for a dealer to diagnose this issue because of the amount of time in between the stall conditions.

Reported in: HAMMONTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning and crashed into the proceeding vehicle. the failure was experienced numerous times. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing but was unable to locate a failure code. the dealer replaced the air conditioning compressor; however, the failure was not corrected. the contact also took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the idle positioning air sensor was replaced twice. the mat sensor, throttle position sensor, and the camshaft sensor was also replaced; however, the failure was not corrected and the vehicle continued to stall. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure and current mileage was 120,000.

Reported in: CLARKSVILLE TN || Crash: Y || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

while driving home from the mayo clinic from a heart dr. appt. i felt a strange motion in the truck and went to pull over on the interstate when the differential locked up causing the truck to skid to a stop. had it towed to a dodge dealer where i could get it repaired. first it was $1700 to put in a junkyard rear,then it was $2350 and $2450 if i wanted a rebuilt .i then received a call it would be another $600 because the brakes locked up with the rear end.the truck was a year past warranty but only had 50000 miles on it. called chrysler and they said there was nothing they would do because the garage used napa parts.

Reported in: BARABOO WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N95S

POWER TRAIN

while driving home from the mayo clinic from a heart dr. appt. i felt a strange motion in the truck and went to pull over on the interstate when the differential locked up causing the truck to skid to a stop. had it towed to a dodge dealer where i could get it repaired. first it was $1700 to put in a junkyard rear,then it was $2350 and $2450 if i wanted a rebuilt .i then received a call it would be another $600 because the brakes locked up with the rear end.the truck was a year past warranty but only had 50000 miles on it. called chrysler and they said there was nothing they would do because the garage used napa parts.

Reported in: BARABOO WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N95S

POWER TRAIN

i was driving along interstate 80/94 in northwest indiana when i started to hear a whirling noise coming from my truck. as i was trying to determine what was going on i heard a loud a pop and clanking noise coming from the rear of the truck. after pulling to the side of the road i noticed that my differential had fallen off the vehicle and rear end was completely locked up. i drive a 2005 dodge ram 1500 4x4 that has never been over worked and properly maintained for as long as i have owned it. after having to have the truck towed to the dealer ship i was informed that the rear differential had "hand granaded inside itself" and had to be replaced for $2400 plus towing, and vehicle rental. for a 2005 with only 74000 miles this should not happen and there are way to many reports of this happening among dodge trucks. i was fortunate that a serious accident didn't not occur when my rear end locked up on the highway, but who to say if the next person will be so lucky. at some point these trucks are no longer safe to have our family's and young children in never knowing when they will locked and cause a break down or accident.

Reported in: LOWELL IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15J

ENGINE

engine has stalled intermittently in the past, usually at low speeds (i.e. when pulling out of driveway or street or shifting from drive to reverse when parking. multiple times, there was no warning and vehicle just cut off in middle of road, with no power steering or brakes. luckily no accident, but this seems like it could be a dangerous situation. i never thought anything of this before because it happened so infrequently and vehicle always restarted. this morning the vehicle stalled while standing in line at gas station (after filling tank), and then multiple times after that. this is new since in the past, it would stall once and be fine. this seems to be a degradation of something, but no engine lights are on, so no codes to check. the crankshaft position sensors was replaced recently after and engine light came on and vehicle would not start. the sensor replacement has fixed that problem and this seems unrelated to the stalling issue.

Reported in: BASKING RIDGE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18DX5J

ENGINE

was at a complete stop waiting to turn onto my road and when i went to step on the gas nothing,no lights or sound indicating that it had stalled. read online of the samething happening to others while driving even at slow speeds etc. and it would stall losing power steering and brakes. this needs to be addressed before someone gets hurt or killed. i refuse to drive my truck until i can get something done about it. dangerous.

Reported in: CANAAN NH || Crash: N || VIN #:

WHEELS

i just replaced the driver side wheel bearing, two years ago it was the passenger side. i have spoken to three other ram owners who have had the same experience.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D35S

STEERING

i just replaced the driver side wheel bearing, two years ago it was the passenger side. i have spoken to three other ram owners who have had the same experience.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D35S

TIRES

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while traveling 30 mph, the rear tires seized. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 118,000.

Reported in: HAVER DE GRACE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15S

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while traveling 30 mph, the rear tires seized. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 118,000.

Reported in: HAVER DE GRACE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15S

SUSPENSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while traveling 30 mph, the rear tires seized. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 118,000.

Reported in: HAVER DE GRACE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15S

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 dodge ram has been stalling on the freeway when slowing down in traffic and when coming to stops at intersections. it has been doing this for years. i have had engine lights come on and had mechanics work on it. this problem continues and is very scary. i can not trust to take it on long trips.after goggling on the internet i found that most dodges have this problem. i will use social media to let my family and friends know that dodge is not the truck to buy. i can not believe they are not recalling this issue in their trucks some thing needs to be done to correct this issue. starter will go out if this continues also putting in neutral will not do the transmission any good,it feels like it is messing up now.

Reported in: JONESTOWN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N35J

ENGINE

my 2005 dodge ram has been stalling on the freeway when slowing down in traffic and when coming to stops at intersections. it has been doing this for years. i have had engine lights come on and had mechanics work on it. this problem continues and is very scary. i can not trust to take it on long trips.after goggling on the internet i found that most dodges have this problem. i will use social media to let my family and friends know that dodge is not the truck to buy. i can not believe they are not recalling this issue in their trucks some thing needs to be done to correct this issue. starter will go out if this continues also putting in neutral will not do the transmission any good,it feels like it is messing up now.

Reported in: JONESTOWN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N35J

SUSPENSION

after i purchase this vehicle during my personal inspection of the suspension i noticed that the rubber boot on both lower ball joints were completely deteriorated. if this is not repaired the ball joints would fail creating an accident and possible personal injury.

Reported in: COAMO PR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N55J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that the vehicle caught on fire while parked. the vehicle was destroyed. after an investigation it was determined that there was faulty wiring under the instrument panel, which caused the fire. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage was 151,000. updated 08/20/13*lj

Reported in: CARNESVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35J

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact was the mechanic working on a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while the vehicle was stationary and in neutral, the vehicle erroneously accelerated. the contact crashed into a hydraulic lift and sustained injuries to the shoulder and leg. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the vehicle was neither diagnosed for the cause of the failure or repaired. the failure mileage was 78,000. the vin was unavailable. updated 9/4/13 *cn

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact was the mechanic working on a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while the vehicle was stationary and in neutral, the vehicle erroneously accelerated. the contact crashed into a hydraulic lift and sustained injuries to the shoulder and leg. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the vehicle was neither diagnosed for the cause of the failure or repaired. the failure mileage was 78,000. the vin was unavailable. updated 9/4/13 *cn

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE

after picking up my truck from my local body shop on the morning of july 28,2013 i drove back to work very pleased how she looked. the truck drove perfectly fine no problems after getting off from work i picked up youngest daughter from dance practice less than a mile away from my job. an hour later i picked my eldest daughter from her job less than three miles from home again the truck drove fine. about one hour later i drove 12 miles to do a plumbing job when outta the blue the oil indicator started acting erratic it would go from the lowest point in the red to a safe level, after several times of this i pulled to a gas station and added two quarts of oil after i added the oil i checked the oil level it was at a safe level. i finished the job checked the oil level before leaving the customer home it was still ok. i got on the turnpike drove about three miles when the indicator dropped to the red line and the engine just died. i started the engine but got an god awful sound from under the hood i shut the engine off and had the truck towed home. i hired a mechanic to check the truck for me and was informed that i would need to replace the engine in my truck. is there a recall on the oil pump or that system?

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N95S

WHEELS

2005 dodge 1500 pickup truck...while driving down highway without any warning other than the wheel started shaking and then broke off the truck and i slide down highway on 3 wheels...dodge sent a third party to the dealership to review...turned down my claim never received a reason...sorry in the parts business wheels don't just break off....need help in this matter...just picked up truck at my expense over 559 miles away...

Reported in: GEORGIA GA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

my request for a complete and thorough re-investigation by nhtsa will follow this complaint. myself and 2 children almost died as a result of the power train failure of my 2005 dodge ram 1500 4x4 hemi pickup. on sat morning 7-20-13 around 10:30 am traveling home from a baseball tournament, we were westbound on 80/90, mile marker 115, traveling around 70-72 mph near elkhart indiana. the rear pinion nut came loose, causing the pinion gear to fall into the rear differential, locking up the rear end, and throwing the drive shaft completely off my vehicle with no warning. we were in heavy traffic, there was a semi pulled over into the shoulder for a down tire, all the vehicles were merging over to give the semi room, when all of a sudden my vehicle made a loud noise (bang), and i lost immediate control of the vehicle. i fought to regain control of my truck, just missing being rear ended and broad- sided by several vehicles as well as wiping out vehicles to my right and behind me. i barely got some control as my vehicle was attempting to go sideways i was in fear we were going to roll at 50 mph right down the highway. i kept the vehicle from rolling somehow and came to a screeching stop barely off the roadway. my truck was smoking from everywhere and i could not see for what seemed like 2 minutes. as traffic lightened up and the 2 cars that also left the roadway to avoid a collision, got back under power and left, i found my drive shaft on the roadway completely off my vehicle. once my mechanic was able to see the vehicle on monday and diagnose the issue. it was found then that the rear pinion nut came loose. it has cost me over 4500.00 so far between towing, rear end, drive shaft, front end, gas tank smashed and were not done. the trans also has issues now. this is the 2nd dodge vehicle my mechanic has seen this happen to. please look at the recalls and complaints on here.

Reported in: OTTAWA IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55S

POWER TRAIN

my complaint # is 10533970, there's not enough characters for this to be said there. please review this info, someone has to get these death traps off the road before people start or keep dying. the following complaints alone for 2005 dodge ram 1500 hemi's 4x4! 10525317,10522824,10522467,10515234, 10512746,10508477,10508200,10507139,10503157,10502707,10502402,10499587,10487800,10478873, 10446068, 10248039, 10446048, 10479516, 10129030. there's another 20 on 04 ram models,18 on 05 rams, dakotas & durangos, 06 models same way. its all on here. the canadian highway dept has a 2007 on lock down and awaiting a full investigation after pinion nut came loose and catapulted the ram on its roof at 60 mph! its on facebook, and many on line forums state the same issues with pinion nuts coming loose. dodge talk, the straight dope, just google it. i am requesting a better investigation be performed into the rear end/pinion nut recalls with dodge ram, dakota, durango and chrysler aspen vans from 2002-current date. after my investigation i found the following recalls on this site associated with the rear end/ pinion nut coming loose. here's the info, recalls #95599, 79940, 793042, 93043, 95601,and lastly 95600 2/6/13. according to this site, almost 1 million vehicles on the recall list , just 2009-12. the recall 95600 states the 2009-2011 dodge dakotas manufactured feb 27, 2007 ect. i have a hard time believing 2009 dakotas were being manufactured n feb of 2007, which means the 2007 and 2008 models were being built then, but they are not in the recall, why not? also according to the chrysler's own admissions (viewable on this site) at your request to provide all info according to your investigation, (quote) that these same parts are "backwards" in earlier model years(meaning they have been using these same parts for years prior) and based on info i have found seems to be since 2002.

Reported in: OTTAWA IL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55S

STRUCTURE:BODY

while truck was parked and secured, a fire started in the wire harness above the gas tank. fire was contained before vehicle became engulfed. fire department and police department reports made. insurance company investigated. determined wire harness overheated and ignited gas vapor leaking from plastic fuel system lines. due to use of plastic materials, fire spread rapidly, including the top of the fuel tank melting. truck has been repaired.

Reported in: TOMS RIVER NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

while truck was parked and secured, a fire started in the wire harness above the gas tank. fire was contained before vehicle became engulfed. fire department and police department reports made. insurance company investigated. determined wire harness overheated and ignited gas vapor leaking from plastic fuel system lines. due to use of plastic materials, fire spread rapidly, including the top of the fuel tank melting. truck has been repaired.

Reported in: TOMS RIVER NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

while truck was parked and secured, a fire started in the wire harness above the gas tank. fire was contained before vehicle became engulfed. fire department and police department reports made. insurance company investigated. determined wire harness overheated and ignited gas vapor leaking from plastic fuel system lines. due to use of plastic materials, fire spread rapidly, including the top of the fuel tank melting. truck has been repaired.

Reported in: TOMS RIVER NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

another vehicle cut in front and braked for red light causing me to "lock up" the brakes. the truck has rear abs which kept the rear wheels from "locking up". vehicle accelerated during heavy braking which caused the collision. about 50 feet of brake marks were left on the road surface from the front tires. in a separate incident, a vehicle suddenly merged from left side of road causing me to swerve to the soft shoulder on the right. truck had come to a complete stop when the right rear wheel started to spin. it spun for about 10 seconds before it stopped. tire dug into the soft shoulder and left a spray of dirt behind the truck.. have been searching for a facility to test the braking system. it appears related to the stalling while stopping problem.

Reported in: TOMS RIVER NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

another vehicle cut in front and braked for red light causing me to "lock up" the brakes. the truck has rear abs which kept the rear wheels from "locking up". vehicle accelerated during heavy braking which caused the collision. about 50 feet of brake marks were left on the road surface from the front tires. in a separate incident, a vehicle suddenly merged from left side of road causing me to swerve to the soft shoulder on the right. truck had come to a complete stop when the right rear wheel started to spin. it spun for about 10 seconds before it stopped. tire dug into the soft shoulder and left a spray of dirt behind the truck.. have been searching for a facility to test the braking system. it appears related to the stalling while stopping problem.

Reported in: TOMS RIVER NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #:

WHEELS

rear axle/wheels: grinding -squeaking - tic/tic - chirping: have all service records. should have been repaired/replaced under warranty, or recalled if the case. maintained at.by dealer on 3000 mile service basis. changed transmission fluid, axle fluid and tires twice.

Reported in: INDIALANTIC FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18K55J

POWER TRAIN

complete failure of automatic transmission while driving after complaining about trans problems to dealer.

Reported in: FLANDERS NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM

ventilation no longer will change from top vent to lower vent.

Reported in: FLANDERS NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ventilation no longer will change from top vent to lower vent.

Reported in: FLANDERS NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

front wheel hub/bearings on both sides completely worn out resulting in play in the front end and destroying the brake rotors and pads. these are not serviceable parts and cannot be greased or lubricated to prevent failure. i would be afraid of losing a wheel so will not be driving till repaired.

Reported in: F NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

driver's side lock stuck in locked position. it can only be opened by using the inside handle on the driver's door. key will not unlock or open door.

Reported in: BRENTWOOD CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

driver's side lock stuck in locked position. it can only be opened by using the inside handle on the driver's door. key will not unlock or open door.

Reported in: BRENTWOOD CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

the pinion nut on the pinion gear in the rear axle backed itself off and caused the rear drive shaft to come off and the pinion gear to fall into the axle housing and destroy all the gears.

Reported in: VIRGINIA BEACH VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

SUSPENSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, a whining noise was heard from outside of the vehicle as the rear tires seized. in addition, the drive shaft became detached from the vehicle. the vehicle traveled out of lane and crashed into another vehicle. there were no injuries. a police report was filed of the incident. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 79,300. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: PINOLE CA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

problems with the electrical harness in 2 dodge ram pick ups the one we have now, no heat blows..... also we have a sun roof and it leaks water. i know 14 people that have this truck and 12 of them have problems with the heat/blower.

Reported in: GLENDORA NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55S

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

2005 dodge ram 1500 quad cab. drivers side door handle stuck in the lock position. will not unlock from the outside. possible defect and very common problem per dodge dealer. safety issue.

Reported in: CHENEY WA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

differential: over the 90000 miles i have on four occasions i have pulled the differential cover, cleaned the receiver, and replaced lubricant. these are defective parts and as stated in several accidents lead to complete failure and accident potential. this would be a $3000+ repair at a dealer - almost the value of my truck. the rest of my truck would go for another 100,000+ miles. this is the second time i have written your agency. differentials were defective. i limit use to local driving only. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: INDIALANTIC FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HAK55J58

POWER TRAIN

differential failure vibration, clicking bearing/gear mesh sound.

Reported in: INDIALANTIC FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18K55J

SUSPENSION

on january 26, 2014, my truck with only 59,000 miles experienced sudden catastrophic failure of the front left wheel bearing hub assembly. the front left wheel bearing hub failure resulted in complete separation of the wheel hub and assembly from the truck. this major failure is similar to two previous nhtsa recalls on dodge ram 1500 trucks as outlined below. from my review of dodge message boards, this appears to be a broader issue than covered by the two previous nhtsa recalls. when i contacted the dodge dealership, they said my truck was not within the two recall classes. i believe this is a broader issue and request the nhtsa to further investigate to save the lives of individuals who have purchased this truck. two previous recall efforts: 1) the nhtsa campaign number is 07v-038 (or 07v038000). daimlerchrysler's dodge division is recalling 86,333 of its popular ram 1500 pickup trucks due to a potential failure of the front wheel bearing hub assembly. the recall, under the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa), involves every ram light-duty 2006 model year truck manufactured between november 7, 2005 and april 27, 2006. three plants' output is involved: saltillo, mexico; fenton, missouri; warren, michigan. 2) nhtsa campaign id number: 10e040000 : 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 ram 1500 pickup trucks. the inboard roll form used to maintain the hub assembly can fatigue resulting in noise and/or wheel separation on the two wheel drive (2wd) applications. the risk of these issues do not occur on the four wheel drive (4wd) applications, and installation on the 4wd applications are not part of this recall.

Reported in: KINGWOOD TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HA18D05S

WHEELS

on january 26, 2014, my truck with only 59,000 miles experienced sudden catastrophic failure of the front left wheel bearing hub assembly. the front left wheel bearing hub failure resulted in complete separation of the wheel hub and assembly from the truck. this major failure is similar to two previous nhtsa recalls on dodge ram 1500 trucks as outlined below. from my review of dodge message boards, this appears to be a broader issue than covered by the two previous nhtsa recalls. when i contacted the dodge dealership, they said my truck was not within the two recall classes. i believe this is a broader issue and request the nhtsa to further investigate to save the lives of individuals who have purchased this truck. two previous recall efforts: 1) the nhtsa campaign number is 07v-038 (or 07v038000). daimlerchrysler's dodge division is recalling 86,333 of its popular ram 1500 pickup trucks due to a potential failure of the front wheel bearing hub assembly. the recall, under the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa), involves every ram light-duty 2006 model year truck manufactured between november 7, 2005 and april 27, 2006. three plants' output is involved: saltillo, mexico; fenton, missouri; warren, michigan. 2) nhtsa campaign id number: 10e040000 : 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 ram 1500 pickup trucks. the inboard roll form used to maintain the hub assembly can fatigue resulting in noise and/or wheel separation on the two wheel drive (2wd) applications. the risk of these issues do not occur on the four wheel drive (4wd) applications, and installation on the 4wd applications are not part of this recall.

Reported in: KINGWOOD TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HA18D05S

POWER TRAIN

pinion nut came loose, and tore out the drive train, rear end, transfer case, drive shaft and transmission.

Reported in: LIVONIA MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N65J

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that there was excessive corrosion under the bed of the vehicle near both rear wheels. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: SIOUX FALLS SD || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

shutter and noise from rear end when turning at slow speed usually from stop or slow turn . have had service done on differential at 15000 mile intervals even though no towing or dusty condition. this does not happen all the time. after reading so many complaints on here about pinion nuts and differential failure thought should i should submit to help start a investigation and recall it seems their is a problem that should be addressed. whither in part failure or service procedure of differential fluid service.

Reported in: SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16N35J

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

four times in two years driving the dodge ram vehicle suddenly died, loosing power steering and breaking. the first time it caused me to run through a stop sign when the vehicle was less than three months old. the second time, i was going slow and straight. the third time i was on a curve and barely maintained control while stopping. the final time in 2007 was on a curve and my vehicle stalled and ran off the road crashing/bumping into a curb. each time was at speeds less than 30 mph. i was concerned it would occur at higher speeds. i had taken it to the dealer twice and they could not identify a problem. they claimed to have downloaded the black box and reported it did not indicate a stall. after fearing for my daughter that was with me, i immediately traded the vehicle in for a ford. the dealer's service technicians treated it as though i was imagining the problem. the dealer i traded the vehicle into is both a dodge and ford dealer with the same repair staff servicing both lines of vehicles. i reported the problem to the dealer's sales staff when i traded the vehicle in. did the dealer warn the buyer of the vehicle when they resold it? this dealer is still in business in branson, missouri.

Reported in: BRANSON MO || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18N95S

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my 2005 dodge ram 1500 black rumble bee truck was stopped at red light as was fixing to make a left turn the truck stumbled as if stalling and then shot off wide open throttle my foot was not on the throttle, in to oncoming traffic i made the turn and avoided hitting any body and slide in to the parking lot where i rolled the truck in the empty lot. the police came up that watched the wreck and said that's what i get for hot rodding the truck i told them i had not and turned the switch back on with truck in park and it went to wide open throttle. they quickly said it was out of my control and called the wreck a mechanical failure. after a two months fight with insurance company i bought the truck back they had totaled the truck it only has 27000 miles on it. i went to hoover and talked with service and the owner finding out that this had happened in several other chrysler 300s and other ram trucks with the 5.7 hemi just at his dealer ships (4). once every thing got settled i started looking at the truck and found the throttle stuck wide open i released the throttle actuator the throttle snapped closed replaced it with a used one truck idles fine scared to move it but idles fine. what can be done about this if anything.

Reported in: SUMMERVILLE SC || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE

my 2005 dodge ram 1500 black rumble bee truck was stopped at red light as was fixing to make a left turn the truck stumbled as if stalling and then shot off wide open throttle my foot was not on the throttle, in to oncoming traffic i made the turn and avoided hitting any body and slide in to the parking lot where i rolled the truck in the empty lot. the police came up that watched the wreck and said that's what i get for hot rodding the truck i told them i had not and turned the switch back on with truck in park and it went to wide open throttle. they quickly said it was out of my control and called the wreck a mechanical failure. after a two months fight with insurance company i bought the truck back they had totaled the truck it only has 27000 miles on it. i went to hoover and talked with service and the owner finding out that this had happened in several other chrysler 300s and other ram trucks with the 5.7 hemi just at his dealer ships (4). once every thing got settled i started looking at the truck and found the throttle stuck wide open i released the throttle actuator the throttle snapped closed replaced it with a used one truck idles fine scared to move it but idles fine. what can be done about this if anything.

Reported in: SUMMERVILLE SC || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE

the engine stating to have a bad miss. got the truck home an it would not stay running. got truck to a shop and they check an found that the number 5 valve is bent.

Reported in: VIVIAN LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA16KX5J

WHEELS

driving down interstate towing lightweight enclosed trailer. saw smoke and oil coming from the rear end. rear differential locked up, causing all 4 wheels to lock up. drive line came completely detached and flew across highway. transfer case cracked in half. truck and trailer skidded to a stop on side of highway, after crossing additional lanes of traffic. no injuries and missed guard rail by a few feet.

Reported in: ISLE OF PALMS SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HUI8D95S

STEERING

driving down interstate towing lightweight enclosed trailer. saw smoke and oil coming from the rear end. rear differential locked up, causing all 4 wheels to lock up. drive line came completely detached and flew across highway. transfer case cracked in half. truck and trailer skidded to a stop on side of highway, after crossing additional lanes of traffic. no injuries and missed guard rail by a few feet.

Reported in: ISLE OF PALMS SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HUI8D95S

POWER TRAIN

driving down interstate towing lightweight enclosed trailer. saw smoke and oil coming from the rear end. rear differential locked up, causing all 4 wheels to lock up. drive line came completely detached and flew across highway. transfer case cracked in half. truck and trailer skidded to a stop on side of highway, after crossing additional lanes of traffic. no injuries and missed guard rail by a few feet.

Reported in: ISLE OF PALMS SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HUI8D95S

POWER TRAIN

i have a 2005 dodge ram 1500 crew cab with the 4.7 and 4x4. today while driving with cruise control set at 75 the accelerator stuck and i had to turn the key off to stop the truck. the truck has less than 54,000 miles on it. i don't have floor mats in the truck and once the truck was stopped i checked under the hood and the cable was tightly connected but lose on the throttle body and the same on the gas pedal.

Reported in: MIDLAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N15S

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i have a 2005 dodge ram 1500 crew cab with the 4.7 and 4x4. today while driving with cruise control set at 75 the accelerator stuck and i had to turn the key off to stop the truck. the truck has less than 54,000 miles on it. i don't have floor mats in the truck and once the truck was stopped i checked under the hood and the cable was tightly connected but lose on the throttle body and the same on the gas pedal.

Reported in: MIDLAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N15S

ENGINE

i have a 2005 dodge ram 1500 crew cab with the 4.7 and 4x4. today while driving with cruise control set at 75 the accelerator stuck and i had to turn the key off to stop the truck. the truck has less than 54,000 miles on it. i don't have floor mats in the truck and once the truck was stopped i checked under the hood and the cable was tightly connected but lose on the throttle body and the same on the gas pedal.

Reported in: MIDLAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N15S

WHEELS

steering almost completely locks up when not accelerating. left wheel does not move as much as right wheel as if it is separate.

Reported in: NAVARRE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55J

STEERING

steering almost completely locks up when not accelerating. left wheel does not move as much as right wheel as if it is separate.

Reported in: NAVARRE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D55J

WHEELS

about two weeks prior i stated to hear a scrapping sound like the brakes were worn down. the sound would come and go. then i parked the truck. i got ready to leave the business i was at. i pull out from the curb and went about 50 feet and the truck stopped. i back up a little then went forward and stopped again. i immediately pull into a parking lot and got out and checked the right front tire. it hung off the hub at a 45 degree angle. the next day i went back to see what was wrong. i jacked the truck up and the wheel came right off. the wheel bearings had melted into the hub. i have not notified any one about this. i bought the truck used 2 years ago from a dealer. so i do not know if i have original or replacement parts. it cost me over $300 to get the truck repaired. the guy that repaired it said this was his second one in a week. now i have to get a front end alignment. my tire are wearing out on the inside.

Reported in: BATTLE CREEK MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D65S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated there was an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. the mechanic stated that the exhaust manifold bolts were fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 90,000.

Reported in: RENO NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D95S

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated there was an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. the mechanic stated that the exhaust manifold bolts were fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 90,000.

Reported in: RENO NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D95S

VISIBILITY/WIPER

i can not see out of my windows on my pick up the tint from the manufacture is horrible for visibility.

Reported in: ROZEL KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D05S

STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, there was a loud abnormal noise from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. the mechanic stated that the pinion nut had fractured causing the drive shaft to fracture as well. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 103,000.

Reported in: CHARLESTON WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D95S

POWER TRAIN

2005 dodge ram 1500 driving approximately 70 mph on an interstate when suddenly, the contact heard a loud noise. immediately following the failure the dodge driver was able to safely coast the vehicle to the emergency lane. the dodge vehicle lost its drive shaft which bounced down the road and made contact with oncoming traffic.

Reported in: ALVARADO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18NX5S

ENGINE

vehicle stalls at low speed acceleration or stopping. vehicle will stall upon forward movement, which caused my vehicle to stall in an intersection and nearly hit by another vehicle. vehicle will also stall while stopping sometimes as well.

Reported in: VALPARAISO IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15S

POWER TRAIN

wife was driving home from work on secondary road, heard a noise, then a thump. she was doing around 40-45 mph, was able to put over to side of road with no incident. i arrived to see what had broke, and i discovered the driveshaft had separated from the rear axel. nothing had broke, but rather the nut that connects the driveshaft to the rear axel had loosened and came off. causing damage to the rear end.

Reported in: CEDAR GROVE NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

the drive shaft locked up. saw your report on this and wanted to add mine to the list. it fell apart while driving without warning and caused a major expense in repairing it and towing.

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

was driving south on sr 19 in wakarusa in at 50mph and started to feel a small vibration. let off of throttle and heard a whining noise. then heard a bang and clanging. pulled off to side of road and coasted to a stop. looked in rear view mirror to see drive shaft laying on ground behind me. it had came loose from the rear axle. the bolt that holds the drive shaft hub to the rear axle had came out of the hub and seperated. after seperation the rear end made terrible noise. removed cover on rear end to see gears and bearings had exploded inside and it ripped a hole in the axle housing inside the gear box.

Reported in: NAPPANEE IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D05J

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. while driving 35 mph, the rear driveshaft became detached from the vehicle without warning. the vehicle was towed to a private mechanic, who stated that the driveshaft and rear end needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 1,020.

Reported in: NORTH APOLLO PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N65S

POWER TRAIN

i am the original owner of a 2005 dodge ram 1500, and have always kept my truck in excellent physical and mechanical condition, and there are no incomplete or unperformed recalls on this vehicle. there were no indications of any kind of mechanical issues with this truck until sunday, 6/22/14, approx. 6pm. i was driving at approx. 35-40 mph along a local street, approaching an intersection, when it sounded like a blowout, but the truck continued to drive into an intersection. this was followed by whining and banging sounds, which as it turns out, was a the drive shaft tearing up the underside of my truck. i made it thru the intersection, and part-way into a parking lot driveway, when the 2 pieces of my driveshaft flew off and the entire back end locked up, with my truck blocking traffic. i am disabled, and was fortunately not injured, and no one was hit by the flying pieces of the drive shaft as they flew out. the truck was inspected by a geico adjuster, who indicated he was well trained with truck parts and mechanical, and that one of the pins had backed out of the 2005 dodge ram 1500 drive shaft into the rear differential, causing spider gears to lock up and the driveshaft to tear away from the rear axle. i have a copy of the geico report. the adjusters assessment was confirmed also by the repair center, who mentioned that they had seen this same issue before. this is an extremely hazardous mechanical failure; the vehicle appears to keep running, but the driver and passengers are in a vehicle that ultimately cannot be controlled, and the drive shaft comes into 2 pieces and flies out, potentially injuring by-standers and other property.

Reported in: DALLAS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18DX5S

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

last saturday on june 28 2014 i was leaving my residence when i observed a small leak dripping out of my rear differential where the pinion gear goes into the differential. i ordered a pinion seal at my local auto parts store. on my way to the parts store i noticed a very faint whine coming from the rear end. about 1 to 2 miles after the whine was first noticed it quickly became a roar for no more than 20 seconds and then the pinion gear snapped at the differential locking both my rear tires up sending my truck sideways. with my son in the back seat it was a very frightening experience for a 2 year old. i couldn't move the truck out of the middle of the street so i sat helplessly and waited for a tow truck. the next day i looked underneath the truck and realized that along with my rear end being toasted so was my drive shaft which had damage from spinning freely. then i observed my gas tank with a dent so big i have no choice but to purchase a new tank. so far i have been quoted for a used rear differential at several salvage yards from 800-1400. it's ridiculous that this problem continues with dodge trucks and nothing is being done about it. is it going to take someone loosing there life because negligence from dodge to get these problems fixed and hold dodge accountable!!!!

Reported in: NEW BEDFORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D85S

POWER TRAIN

last saturday on june 28 2014 i was leaving my residence when i observed a small leak dripping out of my rear differential where the pinion gear goes into the differential. i ordered a pinion seal at my local auto parts store. on my way to the parts store i noticed a very faint whine coming from the rear end. about 1 to 2 miles after the whine was first noticed it quickly became a roar for no more than 20 seconds and then the pinion gear snapped at the differential locking both my rear tires up sending my truck sideways. with my son in the back seat it was a very frightening experience for a 2 year old. i couldn't move the truck out of the middle of the street so i sat helplessly and waited for a tow truck. the next day i looked underneath the truck and realized that along with my rear end being toasted so was my drive shaft which had damage from spinning freely. then i observed my gas tank with a dent so big i have no choice but to purchase a new tank. so far i have been quoted for a used rear differential at several salvage yards from 800-1400. it's ridiculous that this problem continues with dodge trucks and nothing is being done about it. is it going to take someone loosing there life because negligence from dodge to get these problems fixed and hold dodge accountable!!!!

Reported in: NEW BEDFORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D85S

POWER TRAIN

while driving with the air conditioning on when i slowed down to stop behind a stopped vehicle my 05 dodge ram 1500 quad cab with a v8 stalled out. i had to put the truck into neutral to start it back up & continue going. this has happened so many times while slowing down or stopping that i no longer can keep count. it has also happened when making a turn which caused all loss of power steering & power brakes. so far i have not wrecked when this happens but it scares me or my teenage driver to death. i have reported it several times over several years & nothing is being done. i also know this happens with the 2004 model of dodge trucks as my nephew own one that i have drove & it happened the only difference in trucks is his 04 has the hemi. and this only happens when the air conditioning is on. i guess someone is going to have to wreck & die before dodge recalls & fixes the problem. but until then i will keep reporting here & to dodge.

Reported in: LOGANSPORT LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35S

STEERING

while driving with the air conditioning on when i slowed down to stop behind a stopped vehicle my 05 dodge ram 1500 quad cab with a v8 stalled out. i had to put the truck into neutral to start it back up & continue going. this has happened so many times while slowing down or stopping that i no longer can keep count. it has also happened when making a turn which caused all loss of power steering & power brakes. so far i have not wrecked when this happens but it scares me or my teenage driver to death. i have reported it several times over several years & nothing is being done. i also know this happens with the 2004 model of dodge trucks as my nephew own one that i have drove & it happened the only difference in trucks is his 04 has the hemi. and this only happens when the air conditioning is on. i guess someone is going to have to wreck & die before dodge recalls & fixes the problem. but until then i will keep reporting here & to dodge.

Reported in: LOGANSPORT LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35S

ENGINE

while driving with the air conditioning on when i slowed down to stop behind a stopped vehicle my 05 dodge ram 1500 quad cab with a v8 stalled out. i had to put the truck into neutral to start it back up & continue going. this has happened so many times while slowing down or stopping that i no longer can keep count. it has also happened when making a turn which caused all loss of power steering & power brakes. so far i have not wrecked when this happens but it scares me or my teenage driver to death. i have reported it several times over several years & nothing is being done. i also know this happens with the 2004 model of dodge trucks as my nephew own one that i have drove & it happened the only difference in trucks is his 04 has the hemi. and this only happens when the air conditioning is on. i guess someone is going to have to wreck & die before dodge recalls & fixes the problem. but until then i will keep reporting here & to dodge.

Reported in: LOGANSPORT LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N35S

POWER TRAIN

the driveshaft came loose from the rearend. it was preceded by a slight whirring noise which appeared to be coming from the rear of the vehicle. the whirring noise was only present for a short period and was only heard on deceleration. upon acceleration, there was no noise. immediately before the driveshaft let loose, there was a louder whirring noise, some jerking, and then the lack of connection between the transmission and rearend. the differential was locked up and the wheels would not move forward. the speed when this happened was approximately 20 mph. the repair has not been done as of 7/2/2014. if anyone from the nhtsa would like to inspect the vehicle due to the recent investigation into this model and problem, they are welcome to do so.

Reported in: DALLAS PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU16D55J

POWER TRAIN

driving down highway got off the express way started down the road at 50 mph when we heard and felt a loud bang my trucks rear end slid back and forth like i had the rear brakes on. i slid off the road came to a stop got out to see what happened. my rear differential and the drive shaft seperated. not broken u joints. my rear differential locked up and my drive shaft ripped right out of it.

Reported in: LOCKPORT IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

driving down highway got off the express way started down the road at 50 mph when we heard and felt a loud bang my trucks rear end slid back and forth like i had the rear brakes on. i slid off the road came to a stop got out to see what happened. my rear differential and the drive shaft seperated. not broken u joints. my rear differential locked up and my drive shaft ripped right out of it.

Reported in: LOCKPORT IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

driving on the highway and the rear axle locked up which caused us to skid sideways off the road. had to be towed. also caused bald spots on both rear tires due to skidding several feet.

Reported in: NAPOLEON OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

on june 7 2014 we we're driving to a landscape business to buy some landscape stones. about 100 feet before the entrance to the business i heard a noise coming from the rear of my truck and as i was turning into the entrance approach of the business my driveshaft fell off truck completely locking up my rear wheels and completely stopping my vehicle which almost caused a catastrophic head on collision.my truck was blocking part of the road and the northbound vehicle had to at the last minute swerve into the southbound lane to prevent from hitting my truck at approximately 45 mph and just missed hitting a southbound vehicle head on. somebody immediately stopped and threw my driveshaft into the bed of my truck and told me to engage the 4 wheel drive and hit the gas barely moving my truck because the rear wheels didn't turn. i then had to have the truck towed to a nearby auto facility. they called me the next day with a diagnosis of what happened and an estimate. they told me that rear end differential completely locked up preventing my rear tires from not turning at all. it ended up costing me almost $2000. the automotive technician told me to check and see if there are any recalls for this because he thought that he had read something about rear end differential lockups on dodge rams. so i did some research and did find that there were certain years that did have recalls but not for the 2005. i did at that time contact chrysler via email and explained what had happened and their response was that i was out of warranty. my truck has only 66000 miles on it which is an average of about 6500 miles a year which is extremely low for a almost 10 year old vehicle.

Reported in: BRUCE TOWNSHIP MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

POWER TRAIN

rear differential failed.

Reported in: IRVING TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D35S

POWER TRAIN

i was getting off the highway i herd some some loud noises and my drive shaft came apart from rear end and then my rear end locked up on me resulting in me being stranded on side of road we my son. had to call for a tow truck

Reported in: OXFORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N85J

POWER TRAIN

i was driving down the turnpike and i heard a whining sound as i was passing a semi truck. i thought it came from the semi. however i heard it again as i applied the brakes only it was louder. then i heard a loud bang the rear wheels locked up and something was dragging on the ground as i managed to pulled over onto the shoulder of the road. i looked under the truck and the drive shaft had ripped away from the from the rear axle. it was a complete failure from the pinion gear. the yoke was still attached to the drive shaft.

Reported in: HIRAM OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N55J

STEERING

when i slow down it just stalls out on me . its always restart.

Reported in: JEFFERSONVILLE IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15J

ENGINE

when i slow down it just stalls out on me . its always restart.

Reported in: JEFFERSONVILLE IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15J

SERVICE BRAKES

when i slow down it just stalls out on me . its always restart.

Reported in: JEFFERSONVILLE IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15J

POWER TRAIN

while driving on the highway at 60 mph the back wheels suddenly and without warning locked up for an instant. i immediately braked to reduce speed and try to get to the side of the road. in order to avoid being hit in the rear by other vehicles, i needed to accelerate to 60 mph and the wheels locked again. i was able to get to the side of the road. i have called dodge about this issue.

Reported in: LEVITTOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N15J

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while driving on the highway at 60 mph the back wheels suddenly and without warning locked up for an instant. i immediately braked to reduce speed and try to get to the side of the road. in order to avoid being hit in the rear by other vehicles, i needed to accelerate to 60 mph and the wheels locked again. i was able to get to the side of the road. i have called dodge about this issue.

Reported in: LEVITTOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N15J

WHEELS

on june 7 2014 we we're driving to a landscape business to purchase some landscape stones and about 100 feet before the entrance of the business my driveshaft fell off my truck causing my rear wheels to completely lock up and nearly causing a catastrophic head on collision after the northbound vehicle had to swerve to miss my truck and almost hit a southbound vehicle head on. i had the truck towed to a nearby auto facility where it was looked at and confirmed that my complete rear differential was completely destroyed causing my vehicle to a complete stop once the driveshaft fell off. it cost me nearly $2000 to get it repaired. i also contacted chrysler via email and explained to them what had happened and their response was that there was nothing they could do and i was out of warranty. the technician at the auto facility that repaired my truck told me that he remembered something about a recall for that on the dodge trucks. i then did some research and discovered that on the newer models there was a recall but not on mine but exactly what happened to the trucks on recall (rear end differential lockup) is what happened to mine. it could have very easily killed somebody if the southbound vehicle hadn't reacted so quickly. my truck only has 66000 miles on it which is an average of only about 6000 miles a year. thank you norman schuchmann

Reported in: BRUCE TOWNSHIP MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

POWER TRAIN

on june 7 2014 we we're driving to a landscape business to purchase some landscape stones and about 100 feet before the entrance of the business my driveshaft fell off my truck causing my rear wheels to completely lock up and nearly causing a catastrophic head on collision after the northbound vehicle had to swerve to miss my truck and almost hit a southbound vehicle head on. i had the truck towed to a nearby auto facility where it was looked at and confirmed that my complete rear differential was completely destroyed causing my vehicle to a complete stop once the driveshaft fell off. it cost me nearly $2000 to get it repaired. i also contacted chrysler via email and explained to them what had happened and their response was that there was nothing they could do and i was out of warranty. the technician at the auto facility that repaired my truck told me that he remembered something about a recall for that on the dodge trucks. i then did some research and discovered that on the newer models there was a recall but not on mine but exactly what happened to the trucks on recall (rear end differential lockup) is what happened to mine. it could have very easily killed somebody if the southbound vehicle hadn't reacted so quickly. my truck only has 66000 miles on it which is an average of only about 6000 miles a year. thank you norman schuchmann

Reported in: BRUCE TOWNSHIP MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

STEERING

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. the vehicle burst into flames, which were extinguished by the fire department. a police report was filed and indicated that a fractured rear axle caused the failure. the crash caused a fatal injury. the vehicle was towed to a salvage facility. the manufacturer was not notified. the vin and failure mileage were unknown. ..updated 09-09-14 *bf

Reported in: WARNER OK || Crash: Y || VIN #:

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

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. the vehicle burst into flames, which were extinguished by the fire department. a police report was filed and indicated that a fractured rear axle caused the failure. the crash caused a fatal injury. the vehicle was towed to a salvage facility. the manufacturer was not notified. the vin and failure mileage were unknown. ..updated 09-09-14 *bf

Reported in: WARNER OK || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

rear end locked up without any noise or problems and driveshaft came out when that happen. got it stopped before wrecking

Reported in: WAYNESVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D15J

SUSPENSION

while driving down the road the truck just stalls for no reason. i lose all control. i almost hit a car. i went over the curb into someone's yard. i have seen hundreds of complaints from dodge owners with the same exact problem. there is something wrong with that model. the rpm's jump and the truck just dies. its happened to me on the freeway, on rural roads, and city streets. this is going to cause somebody serious injury. i parked my truck and stopped driving it because it is not safe to drive. something needs to be done immediately.

Reported in: HOBBS NM || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

STEERING

while driving down the road the truck just stalls for no reason. i lose all control. i almost hit a car. i went over the curb into someone's yard. i have seen hundreds of complaints from dodge owners with the same exact problem. there is something wrong with that model. the rpm's jump and the truck just dies. its happened to me on the freeway, on rural roads, and city streets. this is going to cause somebody serious injury. i parked my truck and stopped driving it because it is not safe to drive. something needs to be done immediately.

Reported in: HOBBS NM || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

WHEELS

while driving down the road the truck just stalls for no reason. i lose all control. i almost hit a car. i went over the curb into someone's yard. i have seen hundreds of complaints from dodge owners with the same exact problem. there is something wrong with that model. the rpm's jump and the truck just dies. its happened to me on the freeway, on rural roads, and city streets. this is going to cause somebody serious injury. i parked my truck and stopped driving it because it is not safe to drive. something needs to be done immediately.

Reported in: HOBBS NM || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HU18D75S

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. the contact stated that the driver was made aware that there was smoke emitted from the rear of the vehicle. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Reported in: MANHATTAN KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D15S

WHEELS

mt r front wheel seized and the whole wheel bearing assy broke in half and the wheel went flying off. this caused my vehicle to hit another car damaging both vehicles. no injuries.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1D7HA18D35J

POWER TRAIN

at 35 mph truck made a thud noise and the rear axle locked up and the truck skid to a stop in the middle of the road. got out and found the drive-line hanging down and fluid coming out of the pinion area. tow truck was called and had to skate onto the truck as the rear axle would not move. after removing the truck to a safe location we noticed the drive line was still attached to the rear axle yoke and the pinion nut was missing. the threads on the pinion look fine and the yoke looks fine but pinion nut is missing. went online to see about how to fix and found it was a common problem.

Reported in: TACOMA WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D65J

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. while driving 70 mph, the contact heard a grinding and banging sound near the rear of the vehicle. the contact later discovered that the driveshaft separated and exploded. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 150,000.

Reported in: HALIFAX MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D25F

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

on august 5 and 6th the vehicle lost power while i was operating it with my children inside in the middle of traffic. i researched the problem and found that there are many complaints online. i called a dealership and was told that there is soon to be one if not yet. i am very much afraid for my family being that this is the only vehicle i own and is a single parent and need my vehicle. i also called the chrysler corporate office and was told that there is nothing that they can do for me unless they had more complaints in there database. i mention what the dealership said and what i researched online. i think that this is a very serious complaint and someone need to move quickly.

Reported in: PORT GIBSON MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D85S

SERVICE BRAKES

this is an ongoing and old problem with this vehicle. when attaining minimum speeds of 40 or 45mph, applying the brakes causes a vehicle shudder. its almost like the vehicle is hopping. it causes operator to bounce in seat and is a safety issue as to control. researching problem online i have discovered other complaints. replacing brake pads and rotors solves the problem only temporarily. having brakes checked at mechanic during this issue failed to find fault, and indicated ample thickness on brake shoes. issue has caused a great vehicle maintenance expense due to frequent brake replacements.

Reported in: CARENCRO LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D85S

POWER TRAIN

after having been stopped at a stop sign, i made a right turn and accelerated to proceed straight for approximately 300 feet or so where i was going to make a left hand turn into a store parking lot. all of a sudden there was a whining sound and it felt like the engine was straining, there was a loud bang and thud as if i had run something over. the truck started "jerking" violently and came to an abrupt stop. as soon as i put the car in park, the loud noise stopped and the engine was idling normally as if there was no problem. i exited the vehicle and, to my shock, saw the drive shaft detached from the rear differential (the truck is a rear wheel drive) and laying on the street. later on, with the key in the on position but the engine off, i put the car in neutral and some road workers tried to push it off the road. it would not budge. the rear wheels were locked. suffice it to say, had i been traveling on the highway at 55-60 mph the results of the malfunction could have been disastrous. a recall need to be issued immediately before someone gets seriously injured or killed.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N05J

WHEELS

after having been stopped at a stop sign, i made a right turn and accelerated to proceed straight for approximately 300 feet or so where i was going to make a left hand turn into a store parking lot. all of a sudden there was a whining sound and it felt like the engine was straining, there was a loud bang and thud as if i had run something over. the truck started "jerking" violently and came to an abrupt stop. as soon as i put the car in park, the loud noise stopped and the engine was idling normally as if there was no problem. i exited the vehicle and, to my shock, saw the drive shaft detached from the rear differential (the truck is a rear wheel drive) and laying on the street. later on, with the key in the on position but the engine off, i put the car in neutral and some road workers tried to push it off the road. it would not budge. the rear wheels were locked. suffice it to say, had i been traveling on the highway at 55-60 mph the results of the malfunction could have been disastrous. a recall need to be issued immediately before someone gets seriously injured or killed.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N05J

POWER TRAIN

at about 3:30 pm on 2-27-14 headed s on 360 just south of i20 while traveling at 60mph drive shaft failed and came off striking another vehicle. successfully pulled off onto shoulder when rear end locked up about last 15-20 feet. rear end was locked at that point. tires had flat spots due to drag and towing. had to replace rear end completely and drive shaft as well as insurance claim on other vehicle. mechanic stated nut in differential had come off completely.

Reported in: ARLINGTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D95S

POWER TRAIN

while driving on the interstate out of the blue i started to hear a rattling and shaking noise coming from the rear end of my 2005 dodge ram. i immediately took it to the dealership in which i was informed that the drive shaft on the truck started to come apart. dealer would not cover the cost. the damages for this repair was over $1000.00.

Reported in: SHOREWOOD IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D65J

POWER TRAIN

i own a 2005 dodge ram 1500 and i was traveling on the local highway at approximately 45mph when with no warning or strange sound my drive shaft dislocated from my rear end and my back tires began to lock up. i manage to pull over to the shoulder of the road with out losing control to bad. the experience was like the whole front end of my truck nose dived and there was terrible banging and vibrations coming from the rear of my truck. my friend that came with a roll back to tow my truck home is also a mechanic told me the pinion failed and that i was going to just have to replace the rear end. i tried to just remove my rear drive shaft and place the truck in 4x4 to have the front wheels pull the truck home but the rear tires would not turn. i take care of my vehicles and i have never had a issue out of my truck until now. for there to be no warning signs what so ever leads me to believe that there is a manufacturer flaw. while looking for replacement parts on edmuns.com i discovered an article dated 06/30/2014 titled feds probe 2005 dodge ram 1500 after complaints of rear differential failures that describes exactly what happened to me.

Reported in: GREENWOOD MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D25S

POWER TRAIN

i was driving at approximately 65 mph on i-95, and when crossing a small overpass, i heard a high pitched whine. i thought it sounded similar to the noise tires make when on a bridge grate, but it was louder and higher pitched. approximately 15 seconds after the first occurrence, there was another quick whine and all of a sudden the truck began to shake violently. there was a very loud and fast banging noise coming from under the truck. it felt like the truck was coming apart around us. i was in the fast lane, so i was able to pull over and hit the brakes immediately. i looked under the truck and saw that the drive shaft had become detached from the differential housing. i had it towed to a shop. the mechanic told me that the spline nut had completely backed off allowing the drive shaft to come free. he mentioned that there didn't appear to be any evidence of thread lock compound on the spline. fortunately, i was able to stop before the bearings jammed up the gears and froze the rear differential. i have had it in a total of three shops for assessment. the consensus is that the rear is damaged beyond repair and needs to be replaced.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D65S

SUSPENSION:REAR

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 45 mph, the rear passenger side axle suddenly fractured and the rear passenger side wheel separated from the vehicle. the contact lost control and crashed the vehicle. there were no injuries and a police report was filed. the vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic, but the cause of failure could not be determined. the manufacturer was notified, but no remedy was offered. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 140,000.

Reported in: SEDGEWICKVILLE MO || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

was driving on highway when rear differential locked up. truck skid and back wheels locked up. pinion gear cracked causing damage to the drive shaft to drop and become damaged. had to call aaa to tow truck to private mechanic shop (i was out of state at the time of the incident and had to be towed from pennsylvania to new jersey.)

Reported in: CLEMENTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18N75S

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 55 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle and discovered that the driveshaft was fractured. an independent mechanic stated that the bearings and spider gears needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. the approximate failure mileage was 125,000.

Reported in: LADERA RANCH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D35S

SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING

tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 1500. while driving approximately 55 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle and discovered that the driveshaft was fractured. an independent mechanic stated that the bearings and spider gears needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. the approximate failure mileage was 125,000.

Reported in: LADERA RANCH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D35S

POWER TRAIN

whining and whirring sound coming from rear end of truck. took truck to garage and they felt the rear end was shot. i can't get truck into my dodge dealer until 9/7/2014. disappointed a truck with so little mileage would have this major of a problem.

Reported in: MCKEES ROCKS PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18D25S

ENGINE

driving down the road and the truck just stalls out loose all power and controling is very hard to steer.

Reported in: STRAWBERRYPLAINS TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HU18N65S

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i was driving my 2005 dodge ram 1500 at 30 mph when i just heard a bang and my truck came to a complete holt . i got out of my truck to see what it was and found out that my drive shaft had fallen not for my uv joint but from the rear axel pinion nut. i did some research and found out that my year make and model vehicle is common but is not a recall. but there is a recall on the 2009 thru 2012 for the same exact thing. i also found that there are several other vehicles with the same year, make, and model that had the same incident.

Reported in: RIVIERA BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D35S

POWER TRAIN

my wife and child was driving my truck and the nut on the yoke on the rear end fell off. which caused the read end to lock up and about cause a wreck. after talking to a few mechanics about fixing the problem. i found out this happens all the time with dodge trucks. after searching about the problem online, i found out they are right. a replacement rear end was very high priced due to the high demand for them. i searched for a recall and only found recalls for 2007 and newer trucks with this problem. how can they not fix this when it's obviously a problem and very possibly deadly?

Reported in: ELK CITY KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1D7HA18D85J