2005 Ram 2500 TSBs

51 manufacturer communications for the 2005 Ram 2500 sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 2005 2500 problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

51Communications

What the bulletins cover

Transmission & drivetrain11 bulletins
Engine11 bulletins
Body & structure9 bulletins
Electrical6 bulletins
Steering4 bulletins
Suspension2 bulletins

Most recent service bulletins

The 20 most recent of 51 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.

Brakes & stability S1203000003 REV.A June 26, 2026

Trac-Rite Operation Diagnosis, Chatter, Shudder, Moving From A Stop And Turning

Transmission & drivetrain 101232 October 30, 2024

Plate - Planetary

Transmission & drivetrain 9004009 April 7, 2021

Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015…

Transmission & drivetrain 9004009 March 31, 2021

Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015…

Electrical 9004275 July 22, 2020

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and…

Electrical 9004275 July 22, 2020

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and…

Body & structure 23-015-20 April 30, 2020

Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19

Electrical 08-049-20 April 22, 2020

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.

Body & structure 31-006-19 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Service bulletin 31-003-19 November 20, 2019

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Body & structure 31-005-19 November 20, 2019

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Body & structure 3100619 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Body & structure 3100319 November 20, 2019

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Body & structure 3100519 November 20, 2019

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Transmission & drivetrain DOR-V6G8D-11 September 6, 2018

This SKU is an Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Line. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the hose end fittings. Parts will be inspected for incorrectly threaded fittings causing inability to complete assembly of the oil cooler line to the…

Transmission & drivetrain DOR-S4W3P-11 September 6, 2018

This SKU is an Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Line. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for improperly crimped hose fittings. Improperly crimped hose fittings could cause a potential fluid leak at the crimp.

Service bulletin 1807717 August 31, 2017

Connecting to the DRB III Emulator for Cummins Engines

Engine 68332810 September 7, 2016

Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. Fill the…

Engine 68332810A September 7, 2016

Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only.

Engine R2118796A February 26, 2016

Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.

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Data updated 2026-08-20 from NHTSA's public records

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