2005 Dodge Ram 1500 structure problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Significantly rusted out truck bed framing. I purchased the truck from a private seller a couple of years ago, and the bed had a rubber mat and plastic side panels in the bed. I was unaware of what was underneath at that time. On 06/28/2023, I removed the rubber mat, and side plastic panels to…”
filed Jun 30, 2023
“The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, there was a banging noise followed by a dragging noise coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was immediately stopped and upon inspection it was discovered that the fuel tank straps had…”
filed May 19, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 30, 2020Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Structure problems in other Ram 1500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ram 1500 | 24 | 3% |
| 2011 Ram 1500 | 23 | 3% |
| 2010 Ram 1500 | 26 | 5% |
| 2009 Ram 1500 | 41 | 6% |
| 2008 Ram 1500 | 11 | 2% |
| 2007 Ram 1500 | 10 | 2% |
| 2006 Ram 1500 | 17 | 2% |
| 2004 Ram 1500 | 50 | 5% |
| 2003 Ram 1500 | 237 | 20% |
| 2002 Ram 1500 | 278 | 34% |
| 2001 Ram 1500 | 548 | 49% |
| 2000 Ram 1500 | 248 | 48% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.