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 5500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 27 owner complaints about the 2022 Ram 5500, most often about the power train. It is covered by 4 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 6, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Ram 5500 has problems
27 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
21Power train
3Steering1 crash/fire/injury
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
1Fuel system, other
1Engine
1Vehicle speed control
1Wheels
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 21 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel system, other | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2022 Ram 5500 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 · 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
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 · 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 5500 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 5500 median. How we score
'08'09'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2022 Ram 5500, and the recalls they led to.
- 2022 RAM Transmission Snap Ring FailureOpen
In owners' words
What 5500 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Dealership confirmed K1 and K2 snap ring failure on a 22 Dodge Ram under warranty with 15933 miles. Transmission was manufactured in August of the truck build. On [XXX] while driving my 22 Ram 5500 the truck lost all forward gears while coming down the mountain with a loaded truck camper and…
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 5500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle was losing forward momentum. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the engine was revving but the vehicle was not…
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 5500. The contact stated while driving 50–55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power due to the transmission failure. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was towed to another local…
Own a 2022 5500?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.