AFTER HAVING THE ENTIRE FRONT END AND STEERING TO INCLUDE AXLES AND BEARINGS REPLACED, ONCE. TIE RODS UNDER RECALL, TWICE, REPLACED TIE RODS ON OWN, TWICE, ALL 4 BALL JOINTS REPLACED 3 TIMES, I EXPERIENCED A VIOLENT FRONT END SHAKE ON 20 DEC 2014 DOING 50-55 MPH ON THE HIGH WAY. THE LATEST RECALL WAS FOR THE LEFT OUTER TIE ROD, REPLACED IN FEB 2014. TOWED MY TRUCK AND FOUND THE LEFT OUTER TIE ROD …
2005 Dodge Ram 3500 steering problems
critical 61 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
61
Recalls
0
Crashes
6
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
I JUST PURCHASED A DODGE RAM 3500 4WD DRW, FROM A DEALERSHIP 200 MILES AWAY. ON THE WAY HOME I DROVE OVER A BRIDGE ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE TRUCK WENT INTO A VIOLENT SHAKE THAT WAS CLOSE TO BEING UNCONTROLLABLE. IT DID IT 2 MORE TIMES THAT NIGHT. EVERYTIME I DRIVE OVER 55MPH AND HIT A BUMP IT SETS WHAT IS CALLED THE DEATH WOBBLE OFF. I HAVE REPLACED STEERING STABILIZER WITH A LARGER ONE, NEW TRACK B…
2005 DODGE TRUCK 3500 RAM 4 WHEEL DRIVE 40,000 MILES. STEERING BECAME VERY LOOSE WITH DIFFICULTY KEEPING VEHICLE GOING STRAIGHT DOWN THE ROAD. TAKEN TO REPAIR SHOP AND DETERMINED TO BE A DEFECTIVE STEERING GEAR BOX. REPLACE BY DEALER 11/28/2006. NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. *JB
Recall that the dealer would not fix
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2005 Dodge Ram 3500?
It's a serious issue. 61 complaints have been filed, including 6 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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