2022 Ram 2500 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (42) · Electrical System (21) · Engine (17)
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31 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (12)
Steering:steering Control Module 2025-11-06 · campaign 25V765000 · 532 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 4500, and Ram 5500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the driver's side air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering column control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 11, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 14C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera 2024-06-13 · campaign 24V436000 · 1,033,433 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.
Service Brakes, Air:antilock:control Unit/Module 2024-06-06 · campaign 24V415000 · 211,581 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Durango and Ram 2500 and 3500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the ABS control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 11, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 55B.
Back Over Prevention:display Function 2023-09-28 · campaign 23V654000 · 272,911 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ram 1500, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and 2022-2024 Ram 2500 vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 97A.
Electrical System:wiring:relays/Solenoids 2023-02-09 · campaign 23V060000 · 302,067 vehicles ⚠ PARK OUTSIDE
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ram 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, and 4500, 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles equipped with a Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine. An electrical short may occur in the heater grid relay with the ignition on or off.
Risk: An electrical short in the relay can result in an engine compartment fire with the ignition on or off, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the relay, free of charge. This will be a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2023 model year vehicles. FCA US will notify dealers on or about 3/23/2023 and begin notifying owners on or about 4/5/2023. Phase 2 will include 2022 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2021 model year vehicles. FCA US will notify dealers and owners on or about 4/27/2023 for Phase 2 and
Structure:body:tailgate:hinge And Attachments 2022-12-08 · campaign 22V904000 · 1,224,078 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.
Risk: An unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB8.
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2022-11-10 · campaign 22V835000 · 250,079 vehicles
Defect: FCA US, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 2500 and 2020-2022 Ram 3500 vehicles. A build-up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.
Risk: Leaking transmission fluid may contact an ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the transmission dipstick and transmission vent assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is ZA3.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) 2022-08-26 · campaign 22V642000 · 4,907 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Ram 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 2500, and 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins 6.7L turbo diesel engines. The engine control module (ECM) may have been built with a misaligned capacitor that can short-circuit, resulting in an internal loss of communication.
Risk: An internal loss of communication can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ECM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z87.
Back Over Prevention:display Function 2022-06-09 · campaign 22V407000 · 117,413 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Ram 1500, 2500 pickup trucks, and 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z47.
Electronic Stability Control (Esc) 2022-03-10 · campaign 22V140000 · 370,437 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z20.
Air Bags:side/Window:curtain 2021-11-24 · campaign 21V925000 · 376 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and 2021 Ram 1500 Classic pickup trucks. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) assemblies may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in an improper air bag deployment.
Risk: An air bag that deploys improperly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y99.
Electrical System:wiring:relays/Solenoids 2021-10-14 · campaign 21V798000 · 131,177 vehicles ⚠ PARK OUTSIDE
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 3500, 2500 pickup trucks, and Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines. An electrical short in the relay may cause a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off.
Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park these vehicles outside of buildings or structures, and not near other vehicles, until the vehicle has been remedied. Dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace the Solid State Intake Heater Grid Relay ("Relay"); if FCA US Recall ID Y08 (NHTSA Recall ID 21V-163) is open, then insulating material will be applied to the Relay after inspection. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Service bulletins (541)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Structure:body 2026-09-08 · 9100901 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
passive entry o/s dr handle prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform star online s2623000040.
Engine 2026-08-26 · 114254 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
radiator - engine cooling
Engine 2026-08-26 · 114255 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
radiator - engine cooling
Engine 2026-07-29 · 113744 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
sensor - turbocharger speed
Engine 2026-07-29 · 113742 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
sensor - turbocharger speed
Electrical System 2026-07-22 · 08-291-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
r1h ubq/ueq intermittent hvac page lockup customers may experience one or more of the following: symptom: ● intermittently the hvac page on the display screen module will change temperature and blower speed and then freeze. ● when on the hvac page, the display screen module may not respond to touch.
Showing the 6 most recent of 541 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-21 · Suspension“the front right strut/shock is leaking and now both have to be replaced at only 48,000 miles and 4 years old.…”
2026-09-21 · Vehicle Speed Control“the dpf system failed prematurely at 68k. my truck as working fine with zero problems until i took it in for the y43 safety recall july 2025. the dealership performed the software update without verifying if parts were in stock first. they took the part (dpf module) off a used truck from the lot and installed it on mine without asking me first. the…”
2026-09-01 · Equipment“the contact owns a rexing r4 md 4-channel dash camera purchased at walmart. the camera was designed with a 4-channel dash camera system used to record the front, rear, left, and right sides of the vehicle simultaneously. the contact stated that after installing the camera on a 2022 ram 2500, the unit failed to turn off as intended and remained cont…”
2026-08-28 · Latches/Locks/Linkages:doors:latch · 45,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 ram 2500. the contact stated that while attempting to exit the vehicle, the front driver's door became inoperable. the window and door actuator failed to function during the failure, requiring the contact to repeatedly pull the door handle and engage the actuator to exit the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a dealer, where …”
2026-08-25 · Vehicle Speed Control“i have dead pedal going on with my truck and when pulling out into traffic and truck does not go almost get hit by oncoming traffic and cause an accident and could end up deadly when the truck just losses the possibility to be limited to truck not being able to accelerate because it is having issues with the computer communicating with the sensor o…”
2026-08-20 · Steering · 14,900 mi“the contact owns a 2022 ram 2500. the contact stated that while driving 30-35 mph, the steering wheel failed to turn to the left or the right. there were no warning lights illuminated. the contact associated the failure with nhtsa action number: pe26002. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that there was a loss of power …”
2026-08-13 · Unknown Or Other“my vehicle was brought to my dealership for service on december 13, 2024, and again on january 13, 2026, due to a recurring uconnect software/application failure. the system repeatedly displayed the message: “uconnect box requires service. please visit an authorized dealer.” over time this message continuously reappears while driving even after ac…”
2026-08-10 · Service Brakes“abs system hcu leaking internally vehicles stopping ability may be impaired vehicle brake pedal slowly sinks to floor. ram dealership diagnosed a failed master cylinder internal seal and replaced the master cylinder with 25,272 miles on the vehicle on 3/17/26. returned to dealership with same issue on 8/3/26 with 28,488 miles on vehicle. ram deale…”
2026-07-28 · Steering · 31,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 ram 2500. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the steering wheel jerked to the right and the traction control warning light illuminated. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the electronic stability control, forward collision avoidance, check engine, and power steering warning lights …”
2026-07-14 · Power Train · 120,000 mi“the contact owns a 2022 ram 2500. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle intermittently went into limp mode and failed to accelerate as needed. the contact pulled over and turned off the vehicle. the failure failed to be self-corrected after the vehicle was restarted. the vehicle was taken to a transmission speci…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.