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
2005 Dodge Ram 1500 steering problems
critical 61 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
61
Recalls
0
Crashes
15
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
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. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500?
It's a serious issue. 61 complaints have been filed, including 15 reports involving a crash and 1 fatality(ies). We've classified it as critical based on NHTSA's reported outcomes.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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