repaired · 2026 Q3
Air bags: frontal
Risk. A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
2022 Ram 2500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 182 owner complaints about the 2022 Ram 2500, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 12 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-765 the manufacturer reports only 35% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 2, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: TaurusEmerald, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Ram 2500 has problems
182 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
61Electrical system5 crash/fire/injury
50Power train
30Engine3 crash/fire/injury
18Service brakes3 crash/fire/injury
11Fuel/propulsion system
10Suspension
7Air bags
7Steering
6Forward collision avoidance
5020 other systems6 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 61 | 5 |
| Power train | 50 | 0 |
| Engine | 30 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 18 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 | 0 |
| Suspension | 10 | 1 |
| Air bags | 7 | 2 |
| Steering | 7 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 0 |
| 20 other systems | 50 | 6 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
12 recalls
2022 Ram 2500 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Electronic stability control (ESC): control module
Risk. Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2025 Q4
Wiring: relays/solenoids
Park outsideRisk. An electrical short in the relay can result in an engine compartment fire with the ignition on or off, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Tailgate: hinge and attachments
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.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Leaking transmission fluid may contact an ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm)
Risk. An internal loss of communication can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Side/window: curtain
Risk. An air bag that deploys improperly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Wiring: relays/solenoids
Park outsideRisk. A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ram.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other 2500 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 2500 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 2500 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the messages “Auto Park Disabled”, “Service Electronic Stability Control”, and “Trailer Brake System” were displayed. Additionally, while hauling a camper, the message “Trailer Brakes Disabled” was displayed, and…
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 2500. The contact stated that the trailer wiring pigtail produced only 9 to 10 volts to the trailer lights and brake system. Even when the brake pedal was depressed, the voltage output was insufficient. While towing a trailer, the trailer brakes failed to operate…
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