Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2005 Dodge Magnum owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
All 4 tires is less then 4 years old made on same date one tire has separate completely around the bead the others has started doing the same thing this car was my late wife's car and I gave it to my daughter and she really takes care of it all maintenance is kept up that is how I found the problem doing a break job on the car it looks like someone took a knife and cut the bead perfectly around the bead and the othe 3 is doing the same thing I took one tire back to discount tires where I got them and they have the really bad one All tires has the same code RBLF DD5R1120 ProTouring AS P215/65/R17
Tl contact owns a 2005 Dodge Magnum. The vehicle has Bridgestone turanza tires, size 215/65r17. While driving 65 MPH, the front driver side tire blew out and the vehicle crashed into a guard rail. The contact stated that a state trooper witnessed the entire accident and filed a report. He stated that the front driver side rim struck the cement. The crash damaged the front driver side door, fender, and bumper. The "a" frame (axle, subframe, struts) of the vehicle were replaced for $4,500. The contact injured his back and is still seeing a doctor. The tires are original equipment. The dot number was unknown. The current mileage is 56,000 and failure mileage was 55,950.
Original owner of 2005 Dodge Magnum r/t 5.7l. This is the third time since purchase of the car that I have had to replace lug nuts on all 4 tires. This is the 2nd complaint filed. I filed a previous complaint in 2014. Lug nuts should not be designed with fancy chrome that spins round and round and requires special socket to remove in an emergency situation. Not sure how many other car owners have experienced my situation with lug nuts but the design and cost for replacement is criminal and requires an investigation.
Dodge Magnum sxt 2005. I purchased June 30, 2005. While driving the vehicle, a vibration could be felt which seemed to come from the tires. We contacted the dealership and were able to replace 1 tire that seemed to be the problem. This did not fix the problem. I took the car to a local service center for a rotation and balance and they were out of balance about a 1/4. The technician also found the belt protruding out of the inside of the rear left tire. We took the car back to the dealership and they replaced that tire. We then were directed to take it to another facility to check out the tires further. The technician found one of the tires to have an "egg shaped" condition which meant it was out of specification. We took it back to the dealership and they replaced the other two tires. Even though I have 4 new tires, I still feel this same condition. The main concern are the tires. …
The front tires are cupping every 3,000 miles. Dealer has checked alignment, rotated the tires and replaced them for free 4 times with 2 different brands of tires. I now have 30,000 miles and the tires are worn out again and the dealer has told me that is just the way it is and to stop coming to them to resolve the issue. It has been quite rainy where I live and I feel that the tire damage is now putting me at risk. The ability of the tires to perform in rain soaked roads has diminished significantly because of the unusual wearing and I feel that it is unsafe to drive the vehicle in any inclement weather. I really hope this issue can be resolved before there is a fatality. Since the tires are so badly worn on the outer edges the vehicle vibrates at highway speeds and seems quite unstable. Any little bump in the highway causes the steering wheel to jerk violently. …
2005 Dodge Magnum. Pulled to right when first purchased. Tires were aligned and balanced. Wear on tires. Replaced tires after 18000 miles due to a blowout on right rear tire. Tires had no tread on outside edge and overall tire. Dealer would only pay for two tires. Car pulled to right after new tires installed. The vehicle had all four tires aligned and balanced. The dealer paid for the alignement and balance under warranty. The vehicle pulled harder to the right after the alignment, contacted the business of where the vechicle was aligned. The vehicle was taken again, and had the owner personally check the vehicle before and after the alignment. The dealership would not cover this charge. The car pulled harder to the right than before. The car has 23000, and the tires wore out and will needed to be replaced again soon.
When my wife depressed the accelerator in reverse, the pedal went to the floorboard with no engine reaction. Approxiamtely 3-4 seconds later, the car violently took off backwards, ramming another car in our driveway. This action was repeatable for months and it was documented by the insurance adjuster as a major mechanical malfunction. Dodge did not address that there was a problem and every time said there are no problems. We have found others with the same problem on the internet. This cost our insurance compnay several thousand dollars. Also, the factory tires had very premature tire wear. I had to replace them at 18,000 miles. Dodge did replace suspension parts under warranty prior to the premature tire wear. Again, Dodge said there was no problems with the car attributable to the tire wear.
I have a 2005 Magnum sxt, the car has pulled to the right since day one, it has been aligned 2 times now. The 2 front tires are wearing badly on the outside, the driver side is worse than the passenger side. I have requested that Chrysler replace the tires at this time I have not heard an answer on that. I have been told that the wear on the tires is not due to the car pulling to the right that it is a wear problem (I guess the way I drive) I don't agree!! My car has also stalled 3 times while going in reverse. My gauge lights and headlights flash and flicker every time they are turned on the dealer has said they have seen it flicker one time, they must drive with their eyes closed!! Sometimes the back window can not be rolled up by the drivers controls.
Despite two tire rotation within 18000 miles,( following the recommended service by Chrysler and performed by the dealership) the continental tires on my new, 2005 Dodge Magnum were declared "trash" by the bangor Dodge service manager, to the extent that he would not even attempt to align the front end of my car. I needed to by four new tires- goodyears this time- before I could get a front end and rear end alignment. I did not get even expected wear from these tires. It cost me $800 within 18,000 extremely conservative miles( I am a retired person) because of a judgmental error by Chrysler to put soft and inappropriate tires on my car. I expect compensation for lack of expected wear.
Right front tire has viberation and slapping noise. Abnormal wear on outside. 1st time--cnd. 2nd time--cnd. 3rd time--rotated tires. 4th time balanced tires. Dealer said I was making too many long trips, driving on curvy roads. Recommended rotation every 3K miles. After three visits for the same problem, dealer rotated tires sending the problem tire to the rear of the car. On the 4th visit I insisted they remove the wheel and check for balance. The tire was out of balance. Balanced tires and fixed the viberation, but the slapping noise is still there. I now have to fight the tire company, which in most cases, the company wins. Jh
Wheel & Tire complaints in other Magnum years
Frequently asked questions
How common are wheel & tire problems on the 2005 Dodge Magnum?
NHTSA has 45 complaints about the wheels & tires of the 2005 Dodge Magnum, 7% of the model year's 638 complaints. The component named most often is tread/belt (9 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2005 Dodge Magnum wheel & tire problems?
No. NHTSA lists no wheels & tires recall for the 2005 Dodge Magnum, though it has 7 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2005 Dodge Magnum wheel & tire problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 14,000 miles, and 75% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 0 fires and 1 injury to wheels & tires problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.