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2005 Dodge Ram 1500 repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (25%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (10%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 20 repairs.
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2005 Dodge Ram 1500 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (40%)

< $100 (45%)

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Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Dodge Ram 1500

Engine not specified

Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States
Apr 2016 - Jul 2016
Jul 2016

210000 mi

US $140
EGR VALVE REPLACEMENT 

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2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed

345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Dodge Ram 1500 in Connecticut, United States
Sep 2010 - Jun 2018
Dec 2012

105000 mi

US $1200
The front axle broke. 

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2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

500-horsepower 8.3L V10 4-speed automatic RWD

Dodge Ram 1500 in Wyoming, United States
- Aug 2008
Aug 2008

14600 mi
replace master brake cylinder, had spongy pedal feel. Repaired under warranty. 

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2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

Dodge Ram 1500 in South Carolina, United States
Oct 2010 - Jun 2022
Aug 2012

34300 mi
Dash cracked & defroster vent fell to pieces into the defroster duct while driving down the road. Truck is otherwise in excellent shape. Dodge cust.ser.referred me to dealer that was going to charge me $85 to look at it. Done with Dodge. 
Aug 2018

45000 mi

US $100
Known issue with the transmission delayed engagement and/or truck surging with codes 0700 and 0841. Possibly caused by defective factory transmission filter. Original canister filter part number was one of the suspected faulty ones. Replaced sump and canister filters and fluid. Problem has gone away at least for now. 

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2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

Dodge Ram 1500 in New York, United States
Sep 2013 - Dec 2015
Sep 2015

107000 mi

US $60
water pump 

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2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Dodge Ram 1500 in Manitoba, Canada
Sep 2010 - Nov 2014
Jun 2011

44640 mi

C $600
Transmission was slipping, but still driveable. Repair was done prior to real damage occuring. 
Jun 2014

79360 mi

C $400
The vehicle was making grinding noises. The bearings needed to be changed. 
Nov 2014

84940 mi
Actually - we will be trading in this vehicle. The Water Pump went, and it needs new tires, and well it is an 05. 
Dodge Ram 1500 in Montana, United States
Sep 2007 - Dec 2013
Jan 2007

28000 mi
Power steering unit. no charge oxgen sensor & catalytic converter no charge 

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2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States
Aug 2017 - Feb 2019
Dec 2017

142000 mi
The tail gate latch failed to operate. Required removal screw on panel and lubrication 
Jun 2018

146000 mi

US $400
Prop shaft U joints replaced. 
Sep 2018

147000 mi

US $880
new AC compressor. AC clutch had failed 
Dodge Ram 1500 in Texas, United States
Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
Jun 2021

174000 mi

US $400
CHANGED COMPRESSOR 
Dodge Ram 1500 in Georgia, United States
Mar 2011 - Jun 2018
Sep 2011

131000 mi

US $425
replaced water pump. replaced fan. 
Mar 2014

142000 mi

US $165
leaking power steering return hose 
Sep 2015

150000 mi

US $200
replaced drive shaft u-joints 
Dodge Ram 1500 in South Carolina, United States
Mar 2018 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018

159000 mi

US $250
Driver outter tie rod and passenger lower ball joint. 

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2005 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed

500-horsepower 8.3L V10 6-speed manual RWD

Dodge Ram 1500 in North Carolina, United States
Jun 2014 - May 2020
Aug 2014

40300 mi
Replaced power steering pump.it was leaking. 

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2005 Dodge Ram 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed

345-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Dodge Ram 1500 in Manitoba, Canada
- Jan 2009
Jan 2009

31000 mi
New power steering pump 

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