The 2005 Dodge Magnum's high safety profile includes 6 recall campaigns and 637 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

637

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

16V3520002016-24-05

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

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. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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14V7700002014-03-12

AIR BAGS

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 registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa are addressed by this recall. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengers frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

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15V3130002015-27-05

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

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 SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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04V3350002004-08-07

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT SHOULDER BELT ADJUSTABLE TURNING LOOP (ATL) BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TIGHTENED.

THIS COULD CAUSE SHOULDER BELT SEPARATION IN CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS, WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS.

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04V3340002004-09-07

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BATTERY CABLE FASTENERS AT THE BULKHEAD STUD MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TIGHTENED.

A LOOSE FASTENER CAN CAUSE AN INSTRUMENT PANEL FIRE.

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04V3330002004-08-07

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A SPOT WELDING OPERATION FOR THE REAR FLOORPAN REINFORCEMENT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PERFORMED.

THIS COULD CAUSE THE REAR SEAT BELT ANCHORS AND/OR THE CHILD SEAT ANCHORS TO SEPARATE IN CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS, WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO REAR SEAT PASSENGERS.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2005 Dodge Magnum has accumulated 637 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with air bags leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Air Bags113

02Power Train69

03Fuel/propulsion System61

04Fuel System, Gasoline36

05Engine34

637 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Dodge Magnum Fuel Economy

18–21mpg combined

15-18city

22-26hwy

$2,100-$2,450/yr

With 5 configurations tested, the 2005 Dodge Magnum ranges from 18 to 21 MPG combined. That's a 3 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Magnum 2WD - Automatic 4-spd

21mpg

2.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

18 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor

Magnum 2WD - Automatic 4-spd

20mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Magnum 2WD - Automatic 5-spd

18mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

15 city23 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Magnum AWD - Automatic 5-spd

18mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

15 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Magnum AWD - Automatic 5-spd

18mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

15 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2005 Dodge Magnum

17States

38%in top 3

If you're near California, you're in luck: 21% of listings are there. But with 17 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

CACalifornia

621%

TXTexas

310%

ILIllinois

27%

NCNorth Carolina

27%

WIWisconsin

27%

PAPennsylvania

27%

FLFlorida

27%

HIHawaii

13%

DEDelaware

13%

MOMissouri

13%

VAVirginia

13%

NDNorth Dakota

13%

NHNew Hampshire

13%

WAWashington

13%

GAGeorgia

13%

WVWest Virginia

13%

DCWashington DC

13%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2005.

Buying a 2005 Dodge Magnum?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2005 Dodge Magnum a good car to buy?

The 2005 Dodge Magnum has 6 recalls on record. There are 6 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2005 Dodge Magnum?

There are 6 documented recalls for the 2005 Dodge Magnum. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2005 Dodge Magnum?

Fuel economy ranges from 18 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $417 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2005 Dodge Magnum?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 2005 Dodge Magnum, based on 637 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2005 compare to other Dodge Magnum years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Dodge Magnum model years. Visit the Dodge Magnum buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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