MYRModel Year Report

2005 Dodge Magnum

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2005 Dodge Magnum
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
638
Recalls
7

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

21% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 2 complaints 2003 2005: 638 complaints 2005 638 2006: 321 complaints 2006 2007: 108 complaints 2007 2008: 93 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaint 2009
2003: 2 complaints 2003 2005: 638 complaints 2005 638 2006: 321 complaints 2006 2007: 108 complaints 2007 2008: 93 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaint 2009
2003: 2 complaints 2003 2005: 638 complaints 2005 638 2006: 321 complaints 2006 2007: 108 complaints 2007 2008: 93 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaint 2009

2005: 638 complaints

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YearComplaints
20032
2005638
2006321
2007108
200893
20091

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

21% · 131 reports

Most commonly citing sensor/control module and frontal.

CRASHINJURY
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Airbags did not deplore on a highway

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-10

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Magnum. The contact stated that while the contact's son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side air bag deployed without a crash. The vehicle was towed to the residence.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-29

Airbag lights suddenly always on. Unknown if they are working or about to deploy. Hesitation in transmission while shifting, not sure if working properly. I haven't had any recalls fixed on this vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-19

Also filed under Power train

Power train

18% · 118 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and column shift.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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The car, after filling with gas, suddenly stalled while driving down a main road.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-18

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Fuel/propulsion system

14% · 91 reports
CRASHINJURY
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The malfunction to report is after fueling the vehicle will stall out. There is the sign of the fuel sending unit and fuel pump cycling after the ignition is turned on. This only occurs after topping off the fuel.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-30

Engine

13% · 84 reports
CRASHFIRE
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Alternator catch fire while driving no other problems good battery good everything

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-04

Also filed under Electrical system

Electrical system

9% · 56 reports

Most commonly citing horn and wiring.

FIRE
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Dodge Magnum. The contact stated started the vehicle and approximately five minutes later, the vehicle was on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-25

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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    2004-07-06Seat belts04V333000 On certain passenger vehicles, a spot welding operation for the rear floorpan reinforcement may not have been performed.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear floorpan reinforcement for missing welds and install structural rivets if necessary. Owner notification began on July 6, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler…

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    2004-07-06Electrical system04V334000 On certain passenger vehicles, the battery cable fasteners at the bulkhead stud may not have been properly tightened.

    Remedy: Dealers will tighten the bulkhead stud battery cable fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began on July 6, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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    2004-07-06Seat belts04V335000 On certain passenger vehicles, the front shoulder belt adjustable turning loop (Atl) bolts may not have been properly tightened.

    Remedy: Dealers will tighten the shoulder belt adjuster turning loop bolts to the proper specification. Owner notification began on July 6, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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    2005-11-28Power train05V460000 On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42RLE automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on November 28, 2005. Owners may contact…

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    2010-07-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 2010-11-24 Rear Hatch Strut Support Failure
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    2014-06-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-03-02 Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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    2015-02-03Air bags14V770000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500, 2004-2005 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Chrysler 300, 300C and 300 SRT8 vehicles originally sold, or ever...

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. For vehicles that were sold, or are currently registered, in Florida, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the U.S.

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    2015-02-24Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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    2015-06-08Air bags15V313000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and...

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners.

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    2017-03-27Air bags16V352000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company.

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    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2005 Dodge Magnum — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 131 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 118 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 91 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V333000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 04V334000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 04V335000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 05V460000 · Power train
  • Recall 14V770000 · Air bags
  • Recall 15V313000 · Air bags
  • Recall 16V352000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Dodge Magnum reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Dodge Magnum?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Dodge Magnum have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.