Just bought the car, filled up the fuel tank at gas station and went for a drive. At the first stop light I came to the car stalled while slowing down to stop coasted to a stop and restarted the engine after a few attempts, resumed driving and it was driving ok got onto the on-ramp to drive on the highway and it stalled again while merging into traffic same problem occurred several times until the fuel level went down after driving.
2005 Dodge Magnum engine complaints
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Bought a used 2005 dodge magnum 5.7l rt in 2011. I've had multiple stalling issues with the vehicle. Likes to stall right after filling up the gas tank. Also stalls with gas tank at nearly empty. Can sometimes stall when making right/left turns or u-turns at intersections. I've learned to only fill up to half a tank, but issues still occur. The vehicle always stalls when going up a ramp in a multiple story parking garage. When going up the ramp, just as the car begins to get level with the floor at the top of the ramp, the vehicle stalls just about every time. Seems like a gas tank fuel problem. I understand that a safety feature built into the vehicle turns the engine off in the event of fuel detection in an area of the gas tank where no gas should be. Most likely in case of an accident leading to roll over of the vehicle. This appears to be malfunctioning. Possible flaw in the design. Chrysler/dodge needs to address this immediately before someone gets killed because their vehicle stalled while making a simple u-turn or while driving high speeds on a highway. Public safety should supersede any cost concerns the company may have to pay to fix this problem.
The engine on the 2005 dodge magnum 3.5l has a problem that could result in a serious injury or worse. In this case and citing a tsb from dodge that there is an issue with the rocker arms, valves, and egr valve that allows this engine to make a lot of noise. I contacted dodge directly and they are unwilling to help out. I think someone from your dept should look into this problem it does not only affect the magnum but any dodge vehicle with this motor.
Went out to start the car on 11/7/13 and could not get the shift out of park. Called the dodge dealer and he knew exactly what was wrong. Called a tow truck and the owner said that he also knew what was wrong and that his small towing service had towed hundreds of chrysler / dodge cars with the same exact problem. I checked on the internet and found hundreds of complaints similar to my problem - cannot get out of park. I also called chrysler customer service and was told that they knew of the problem, but that my particular vehicle was not covered - only certain VIN's are covered. If there are 100's of cars just in my small location, there must be 1000's, if not tens of thousands affected vehicles nation wide. I will also mention that the manual override for the shifter did not work, so my car had to be dragged onto the tow truck. I feel that this is not only a costly problem for car owners, but a safety issue as well. What if you put the car in park while you were in the middle of traffic and then could not move? I could list other situations as well - all safety issues. I would ask that a total recall of all vehicles effected be issued. Thanks.
After filling up at a gas station, I drove the car approximately 1/2 mile and the car stopped at a traffic light. This has happened to me probably a dozen times since march of this year. It does not happen after every fill up, probably every 4 times it happens.
Right after I fill up the car stalls more than once. Today in the middle of the intersection then on the entry to the highway. I know that there are 200,000+ complaints on the internet and los angeles times has made a report about this. We need a recall before some dies.
Without warning, the car shuts down. This first occurred at a red light. The car just shut off unexpectedly and I was able to turn the key and restart it without problems. The engine shuts off while at a stop, while driving at lower speeds, while driving at high speeds, in town driving, highway driving, when it's hot outside, when it's cool outside, when idling. There are no dashboard lights (engine, oil, etc). There are no sounds, no shuddering, no kicking. My only indication that the car has suddenly turned off is that the tach needle goes immediately to zero. I have been able to use the momentum of the vehicle to pull off the road at which time I turn the key to off, wait a moment, and turn it back on. It restarts without problems. If I try to restart too quickly, there seems to be a hesitation in starting. We have attempted to repair many parts on the vehicle but it has not cured the problem.
Engine failure due to design flaw allowing oil and coolant to leak into cylinder, blowing the engine. Had a total engine rebuild, costing 4000.00. Happened 5 months later, needed valve springs and head done again, another 1000.00. Engine light never goes out, no inspection sticker, number 1 cylinder has eaten 2 catalytic converters, and always putting oil in. No long distances, just local driving.
Moving at very slow speed, engine stalls. Come to stop - put in park and then restart. Restarts on first try, however, there is a notable 'sound' upon ignition - almost sounds like a 'pop' or 'release'. This has occurred approx ten times over the past few months. Nothing is so consistent with each situation that can conclusively say what/if the cause is. Luckily has not occurred yet on highway, etc.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge magnum. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the engine stalled with the illumination of the light bulb warning icon. The failure recurred forty times over several years. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who reprogrammed the computer system however, the failure recurred and would mostly recur after the contact refueled the vehicle. The vehicle was not further repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 10,000.
After fueling up the vehicle to a full tank the car seems to want to stall when coming to a stop. This happened on three separate occasions within a span of 3 stop lights and when you go to restart the car it doesn't want to start right away leaving you vulnerable at a stop light just sitting there.
Car stalled (loss of power) after having refueled (to full). Occurred multiple times until we determined that fueling to 3/4 full resulted in no stalling. Stalling occurred within 1/4 mile of driving away from fueling location - often in traffic!
After filling up with gas the vehicle sputters and/or stalls. This can happen multiple times after one fillup. The vehicle is disabled in traffic and can be difficult to restart. This has happened at least a dozen times now and I am afraid someone could be injured of killed. I rufuse to let my wife drive the vehicle with my kids in the car.
I own a 2005 dodge magnum r/t with the 5.7l hemi. I was driving from utah to missouri for work. Once I got to lincoln, nebraska it was raining and out of no where my check engine light started to flash and my engine started to make a very bad knocking noise. I ended up having to get my car towed to a local mechanic where he found that a valve seal dropped in cylinder 6. There was absolutely no warning for this to happen. No small ticking noise from the valve hitting the seal, no water in the oil, no oil in the water, no metal flakes in the oil. From the knowledge of myself, my dad (12 year diesel mechanic), the mechanic that I had my car towed to who (has an a+ bbb rating and has been in business for over 14 years), and from the research I have done online a valve seat doesn't just drop out of no where without warning. From what I have seen online a lot of people have had major engine failure like this with the 2004-05 dodge durango with the 5.7l hemi as well. I am not 100% sure my issue is related, but what I do know is that this engine is now on back order through chrysler and the dealer told me they couldn't order the engine from chrysler and would have to order a new engine through a 3rd party company. I am the 2nd owner of my car and the previous owner and my self have both kept up on regular maintenance very well (oil changed every 3,000 miles). This engine needs to be investigated and recalled if this has happened to enough people for the engine to be on back order!
I was driving down the street and the car stopped going I let it sit for awhile and it went a little then stopped I had to tow it to a transmission shop and they said that water got into transmission because of the way the water flows from the radiator to trans to cool it. Transmission fluid was mixed in water and water in transmission so I had to replace both and clean entire system out. I also am having problems with my headlights staying on at night they keep going on and off while I am driving I see this too is an ongoing problem and a safety issue.
The car started normally after sitting in a parking lot for 30 minutes. When the car was placed in reverse, the car lurched backwards and began accelerating on it's own. I quickly applied the brakes and stopped the car and put it in neutral but the engine continued to race from idle to 3000rpm. I repeatedly tried to restart the car and the same issue arose. Finally the car settled down and I was able to get it home. I took it to the dealer and was told the throttle body was bad and I replaced it. Same issue reappeared and I was then told it needed to be initialized to the new throttle body. The day after having the work done at the dealer the car began to accelerate on it's own in traffic. I contacted the dealer and was told there was a common problem with the PCM's in this particular car. I cannot believe that chrysler has a car on the road that when the PCM fails, the car will accelerate on it's own. Chrysler says there is nothing they can do as it is out of warranty.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge magnum. The contact stated that while driving approximately 3 MPH, the engine stalled and restarted. The failure occurred numerous times. Also, the similar failure occurred when approaching a complete stop and driving at various speeds. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed there was not a recall related to the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Bought an 05 hemi awd magnum w/20,000 miles in 07. Warranty expired at 85,000miles. Problems after problems, rack and pinion fixed, egr valve fixed, torque converter replaced once and still having the same issue. Shudders, vibrations, hard engine noises and stalls, pulls to the right, electrical problems with windows, sunroof, seats, GPS, instrument cluster, power outlets, hood and hatchback just fall down and bump your head. Passenger seat was missing bolts and wasn't fastened to frame. $200 keyless entry key replacement. No where near 24 mpg more like 14 down a flat 55mph highway. Currently 114,000 miles oil always changed around 3,000 miles and had a 3 tranny flushes. Take it to certified dodge dealerships and they cant figure out what is wrong with any of those problems and try and tell me that's the way it is. Uhhhhhhhuh..... Lemon?
We purchased a used 2005 dodge magnum on december 13, 2010. In march 2011, we began experiencing problems with the car suddenly shutting off and/or losing power; engine stalling and sputtering; and the engine light remaining illuminated. We performed the necessary maintenance -- oil changes, etc. On the recommended schedule. The sudden engine cutoffs and power losses increased; and then on sunday, may 29, 2011, we started the car and the engine was making very loud banging and knocking noises. Two mechanics checked the car and rendered the same report that it is a cracked intake manifold. We purchased an extended warranty when we bought the car and we were told it wouldn't be covered and then told it would be covered. We have not received any resolution to date regarding getting our car fixed, yet we are still making payments on a car we cannot drive. We have been in touch with the dealer to get some resolution; however, nothing to date. At last contact with the mechanic, we were told that we have an internal engine problem and the car needs to be returned to the dealership for repair.
I have a 2005 dodge magnum rt, and it has a stalling problem, it will stall at traffic lights, when your turning a corning or while your driving. My wife has almost been in a accident because it stalled turning a corner,you lose a power, this is a dangerous situation. I have researched this and it is all over the internet with people having this same problem.... I have had it to several mechanics and they don't know what is wrong..... I no longer drive this car it just sits in my driveway.....
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge magnum. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the engine overheated without warning and caused the vehicle to stall. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who performed a diagnostic test which located the failure at the engine cooling module. The dealer advised that the engine would need to be replaced. The transmission gear shifter had also failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileage was 98,500.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge magnum. After adding gasoline to the fuel tank the vehicle would stall. The failure occurred on numerous occasions after fuel was added to vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that if the engine light does not illuminated there were no failures. The dealer performed a diagnostic test and was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was called and offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 26,000 updated 3/7/11 *cn the consumer stated the stalling would occur at anytime after refueling. Updated 04/28/11
Our 2005 dodge magnum frequently stalls when moving at slow speeds. The first time it happened was over a year ago, after exiting the freeway, 10-15 minutes driving at around 60, proceeding aprox 2 miles to a stoplight which went from red to green, when trying to accelerate the car stalled. Since then stalls have happened after stopping at intersections, then pulling forward and making a turn only to discover that the car has stalled mid turn (very frequent) or even driving through the slow zone at the airport (5mph)...we are becoming so accustomed that we known to quickly put in into neutral and restart the car as it continues forward but loss of power steering and braking makes the experience more than a bit nerve racking.
My engine went out on my 2005 dodge magnum and I did all the proper oil changes and can produce receipts. It just started making noise then stopped.dodge said my warranty was up a 60,000 and I am at 63,000. And I am still paying a car note. My engine is a 2.7l.
Car was changing gear by its self so they rebuild my trans change my catalytic converter same problem now its suck in park and cannot move I call they recall line 1800 853 1403 because I say a recall online for my 2005 dodge magnum 2.7l v6 but they say they no recall can someone help me.
Engine has random rough idle and dies and/or loses significant power (top speed of under 40 MPH when entering highway.) most prevalent after filling gas tank or hard braking/acceleration. Check engine light illuminates and stores engine misfire code. Cam sensor has been adjusted but problem persists.
Engine malfunction (blown engine).
I purchased a 2005 dodge magnum in 2005 new the car only had 10,000 miles on it, I have paid for this car for the last 5 years and have always maintained the scheduled oil changes on my car. Saturday 1/30/2010 I was driving and the car shut off completely I was on the express way lucky I was able to get over to the shoulder and no one was hurt. I got a jump and the car started and I drove for a few more minutes it cut off again. I had it towed and the serviceman is telling me that my engine is locked to replace it will cost me close to $6000 which happens to be more then the car is actually worth. After doing some research I am seeing that chrysler/ dodge is aware of the defective 2.7 engine which I have in my car and continues to make money off sales and is doing nothing for consumers who have and continue to experience this problem. I am disgusted and something needs to be done about this. I will not stop until chrysler is exposed for purposely covering up this issue which thousands of people who work hard just like me have gone through.
I have a 2005 dodge magnum and on random occasions the check oil light will turn the car will ding then the engine will shut off but all of the electrical components will stay on and the brakes and power steering will not work so I almost rear ended some one yesterday. It has happened 3 times in less than 5 minutes one time and when it does occurs just as I am giving it just a small amount of gas.
2005 dodge magnum swt: both engine hood and rear hatch shock cylinders that hold the hood & hatch up have failed. Received hard "bump" on head from both areas when the hood & also the back hatch fell on me no comment when called dealer suggested I buy new shock cylinders for a 4 year old car !!!!???
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