2022 RAM 2500 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 RAM 2500.

20212023
Complaints
251
Crashes
15
Fires
7
Injuries
6
Fatalities
Recalls
12

Worst 2022 RAM 2500 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#157 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:5,569 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:3
#248 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:5,798 mi
#326 complaints

Engine Problems

Fires:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 RAM 2500.

Electrical Faults
57
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Avg Miles
5,569
Transmission / Drivetrain
48
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
5,798
Engine Problems
26
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Brakes
16
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
2,300
Suspension Failures
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
2,500
Fuel System
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
57,009
Seat Belt Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
27,500
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
54,000
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Communication
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Diesel Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 RAM 2500

12 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,918,991 vehicles.

25V765000Steering:steering Control Module · Air Bags:frontal
~532 affected

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."

24V436000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~1,033,433 affected

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."

24V415000Service Brakes, Air:antilock:control Unit/module · Electronic Stability Control (esc):control Module
~211,581 affected

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."

23V654000Back Over Prevention:display Function
~272,911 affected

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."

23V060000Electrical System:wiring:relays/solenoids
~302,067 affected

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.

22V904000Structure:body:tailgate:hinge And Attachments
~1,224,078 affected

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.

22V835000Automatic Transmission
~250,079 affected

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.

22V642000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (ecu/ecm)
~4,907 affected

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.

22V407000Back Over Prevention:display Function
~117,413 affected

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."

22V140000Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~370,437 affected

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."

+ 2 more recalls

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2022 RAM 2500 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 RAM 2500 reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2022 RAM 2500 has 251 NHTSA complaints, 15 crash-related, and 12 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 57 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 RAM 2500?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (57 complaints, avg 5,569 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (48 complaints, avg 5,798 mi); Engine Problems (26 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 RAM 2500?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 9,620 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 RAM 2500?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 RAM 2500 include 15 crash-related reports, 7 fire reports, 6 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 RAM 2500 have any recalls?
Yes — 12 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 3,918,991 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2022 RAM 2500?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full RAM 2500 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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