When I was driving down a mountain, the tie rod separated from the passenger side tire. I was travelling 35 MPH down a windy road. The ball bearing that holds them together failed. As I understand, this was the subject of the federal safety agency recall number 13v‑528. However, this only covers the right left side of he vehicle. Its ridiculous that it does not cover the other side, as the same failure happened. My truck has 136,000 miles on it. This is a danger and must be addressed by dodge. I will be able to upload a photo tomorrow of the damage.
2005 Dodge RAM 2500 steering complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 09e001000 (steering) and 16v352000 (air bags). The parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repairs, but the parts were unavailable. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Truck still has "death wobble" after numerous fixes and recall by the dealer to correct over the last 9 years. Truck can not be driven at 70 MPH or above with out it happening. Truck shacks and jumps violently and you can not control or keep it in your lane. Last time it happened was 12/05/2016.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 15v313000 (air bags) and 13v528000 (steering); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN was invalid. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
This past july 2016 my truck developed the dodge death wobble. I had never heard of this until it happened to my truck. Very scary! Heard there were buy backs and recalls for this. I phoned dodge and they said my truck was not included in either. Ended up costing me about 2000.00 to have the whole front end replaced. This happens at about 60 MPH and you hit a bump in the road. Come on dodge how about some help.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 13v528000 (steering), 16v352000 (air bags), and 15v313000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issues. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 09e001000 (steering), 13v528000 (steering), 16v352000 (air bags), and 15v313000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. While driving at high speeds, the vehicle shook violently without warning and the steering wheel seized. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the diagnostic results were unknown. The independent mechanic also stated that the power steering cap detached from the vehicle and caused the power steering fluid to pour out. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 164,834.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the steering wheel and front end of the vehicle shook severely. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver side tie rod was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 119,000.
October 31, 2015, I experienced the dodge "death wobble" twice within 10 minutes, speed approximately 50 to 55 MPH on a 2 lane east bound road in modesto, calif., driving straight. Luckily, no cars were close by. Previously, I have experienced a single wheel "death wobble". I am having to change the track bar bushings every 15,000 to 20,000 miles. They are worn out or in pieces. I have found the frame and the front differential are not in alignment. The differential needs to be pulled into alignment with the frame 1/4 inch(approx.) to install the bolt through the frame mount and the track bar bushing. This truck has never been in a collision to the front. The "death wobble" has been noticed on many truck websites. If I had been in traffic, it would have caused an accident. What is the federal safety agency doing about a recall by dodge to fix the problem, permanently? The truck was new when I bought it. I have changed addresses on registration and have not received any notices of the other recalls.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 15v313000 (air bags) and 13v528000 (steering); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceed a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced any failure. Updated 01/27/16*lj updated 05/16/08
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. While making a sharp turn, there was a loud banging noise coming front the front of the vehicle without warning. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 11v350000 (steering), 13v529000 (steering), and 15v313000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
Driving on the interstate drove over an area that had bee patched and the left fornt wheel began vibrating making it extreamly difficult to steer.the truck pulled to the left and would not stop until the truck came to a complete stop.
Recurrent issue as I drive at speeds ranging from 35 MPH to 75 MPH and I hit a patch,hole or bump in the road my truck will start vibrating violently,feels like I am on a poko stick and I cannot control the steering.I took me accross 4 interstate lanes until I could stop the vibration which only quits when you come to a complete stop.the latest occurance took me into the quardrail damaging the passenger side.I had the truck looked at by the chrysler dealership and was told nothin was wrong.the left tieror had an outstanding recall but they said mine was inspected and did not need replaced.this has occured between 11 to 15 times since I bought the truck late last year and I believe it to be a serious issue needing investigating.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was a loss of steering control and the vehicle was unable to be maneuvered. In addition, the front driver side began to jerk violently when driving over a bump. The failure recurred six times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed to steer straight, making it difficult to maneuver the vehicle. In addition, the front end of the vehicle shakes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,000.
At speeds above 45mph the vehicle violently wobbles and renders the steering almost uncontrollable. This is commonly referred to as the "death wobble". I understand this problem has been addressed with this "buy back" program but it is only for 2008 and newer model years. I'm not looking to have my vehicle bought back but I do want this problem corrected. I have been to the dealer as well as numerous repair shops to have this corrected and after thousands of dollars spent and multiple parts replaced the problem still persists . Updated 12/18/15*lj
I have had continuous issues with my 2005 dodge ram 2500 I have stated to dodge that I have stalling issues constantly they say their is nothing wrong and the steering issues are life threatening I have spent at least 4 or 5 grand on this truck trying to fix it make it safe to drive being dodge can't and now there is more recalls on air bags with no time frame to when they can fix and with the newest recall of the buy back theirs no recognition of it to the dealers as of yet like do I need to be the person that's just driving to work and crash due to steering loss and have the airbag deploy metal shards into my body to get some attention from these ppl would like to see dodge do something about this
At approx. 45k mi vehicle developed severe "wobble" in front steering. Contacted dealer who disavowed any knowledge of occurances on other trucks. Contacted chrysler who directed me back to dealership. Took to dealership who tried to sell repair at $3400.00 found many similar complaints on-line and suggested repair was to replace with "steering upgrade kit" marketed through dodge dealer at over $800.00. Had installed at my cost and now chrysler is saying my vehicle is not part of recall and to take back to dealership for inspection of replaced parts that are now individually being recalled.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed and became loose while driving. The vehicle was towed to the local mechanic who located a failure at the steering tie rod assembly. The steering tie road assembly was replaced. Prior to the failure, the contact received a notice for the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v528000 (steering); however, the part was not available for the repair. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 266,759.
Steering box sector shaft broke off steering box, when vehicle was towed to dealership they notified me an upgraded steering system was already designed and I needed to pay for its installation, which I did. Sector shaft broken while driving out of a parking lot.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle began to shake uncontrollably and without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure occurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who informed the contact of the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v528000 (steering); however, the part for repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 09e001000 (steering)05v462000 (power train) and 13v528000 (steering) had exceeded a reasonable amount for time for repair. The dealer stated that the parts were not available for either of the recall campaigns. The manufacturer was not made aware of the delay. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had not experience the failure.
I received a recall notice n62/the federal safety agency 13v‑528 from chrysler. I had the problem repaired and paid for it and submitted the information and receipt to chrysler as they requested over 90 days ago with no reimbursement or notice whatsoever. Please contact chrysler on my behalf and request at least an acknowledgement of my request. Thank you
2005 dodge 2500 cummins engine, 160,000 miles, started shaking violently going down the road at 55 mpg after hitting a bump in the road associated with everyday driving. Had to slow down to almost a stop to get it come out of it, went another 30 miles did it again. Absolutely a scary situation for me and my family and im am sure it was scary for people behind me as they seen my truck start shaking and me slamming on the brakes. Drove truck home and have since learned that this is commonly known as the "dodge death wobble" , a common problem on model years 2003 thru 2008. Forum websites have hundreds upon hundreds of posts on it, from 20,000 miles to 250,000 miles. Contacted dodge dealer and there is no "recalls" open on my truck steering other than h46 and n62, neither of which will solve the problem. Funny thing is, even though dodge "doesn't have a problem" I have not been able to find where I can order the same type of steering linkage currently on my truck, it takes me to the new 2009 and newer style. A very serious situation, especially with winter driving that needs to be addressed by the manufacturer.
I had taken my truck to get it serviced because the steering felt off and when I would go to stop it sounded like metal shaking. When I got to the dealership they said the left tie rod was cracked and the steering linkage was just hanging there about to fall off. There had been a recall on it before I had purchased the truck so I called chrysler group and they informed me that it was deemed that the truck didn't have the "specific recalled" part. So I had to pay out of pocket around $3,000 to fix a problem that there was a recall on. The exact same problem listed in the recall, "because the left tie rod ball stud may fracture." is exactly what happened to mine. I was told by chrysler group that since my truck had been checked for the specific part by the previous owner and it wasn't part of the recall they wouldn't cover it. They did say to keep all my reciepts in case there is a future recall on that specific part.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge ram 2500. While driving between 40-70 MPH, the vehicle shook. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was repaired under a manufacturer's recall for the tie rod, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 94,000. The VIN was not available.
On pa 81 hit a bump in the road at 65 MPH. Thought I had a flat tire but was not the case. After looking on the web "you tube" and asking people I found that I had a death wobble. This was very scary and the kids in the back though we were going to crash as did I. This death wobble should be looked at and fixed before someone gets into a crash.
The steering assembly has gone out twice on my truck, once at about 85,000 and once at 158000 miles. The first time the steering locked turning in both directions, the second time only turn to the left. Preceding these occurrences, while driving highway speeds and going over a bump the truck starts shaking violently (death shake), and to control the truck I had to break sharply. The third steering assembly that was just installed at a local dodge dealership, within a couple of miles, the front end starts to shake at various speeds - two different vibration - one like the tires are out of balance, the other is a rapid vibration that you feel thru the steering column. This is very similar to the month preceding the steering failure. I had the balance of the tires checked, they were fine, but the vibration problems still exist. I looks like all three steering assemblies are bad - I have checked with a reputable mechanic, and they stated that the factory steering assemblies are no good for this truck. The dodge dealership has provided no help or resolutions, and I have even requested that they contact the factory for resolutions, but have declined to help. The last conversation they said it was a balancing issue - this was found out not to be true.
Received the safety recall n62/the federal safety agency 13v‑528 in dec 2013, did not make it to the dealership until mar 2014 do to all of the bad winter weather. They said I had the suspect tie rod and would be put on the list for the repairs and was told I was # 70 on the list. I have since called several times and am told each time they don't have the parts from chrysler and that chrysler only sends them a few parts at a time. Looks like I will never get this item repaired?
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