The 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 has 3 recalls, the most serious being a rear axle pinion nut that can loosen and cause the rear axle to seize or the driveshaft to detach, resulting in loss of vehicle control.
Both the driver and front passenger airbag inflators are also subject to recall. In a crash, either inflator can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, posing a serious injury risk to the driver or other occupants.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger frontal air bag inflator may fail or deploy unexpectedly, potentially injuring occupants.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The driver's front air bag inflator can allow moisture inside over time, which may cause it to rupture when deployed.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the driver's front air bag inflator at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear axle pinion nut can loosen because the pinion gear spline is undersized, which may cause the nut to work free over time.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a retention feature on the pinion nut to prevent it from loosening.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
