CarRecallWatchThe 2022 RAM 2500 has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 181 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 5 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (61 reports).
2022 RAM 2500 recalls
Driver Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash
Certain 2021-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks have a steering column control module that may keep the driver's side air bag from deploying as intended.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display, Raising Crash Risk
Some vehicles may have radio software that can prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the display.
Stability Control May Shut Off Without Warning
A software malfunction in the anti-lock brake (ABS) control module can disable the electronic stability control system.
Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk
The radio software in certain Ram pickups may prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the display.
Heater Grid Relay Can Short and Cause Engine Fire
A short circuit may develop in the heater grid relay of certain Ram heavy-duty trucks with the Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine.
Tailgate May Open While Driving, Spilling Cargo
The tailgate on certain Ram pickups may not latch properly because the tailgate strikers are misaligned with the box latch.
Transmission fluid leak can cause engine fire risk
Some Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks may build up pressure and heat inside the automatic transmission.
Engine May Lose Drive Power, Raising Crash Risk
Some engines may have an engine control module (ECM) built with a misaligned capacitor.
Rearview Camera May Not Display, Raising Backover Risk
Some 2022 Ram pickups may have radio software that stops the rearview camera image from appearing on the screen.
Stability warning light may not come on when needed
Certain Ram 2500 and 3500 cab chassis trucks from 2019 to 2022, and Dodge Durango SUVs from 2021 to 2022, have an anti-lock brake control module whose software can keep the electronic stability control (ESC) warning light from turning on during some conditions.
Curtain Air Bags May Deploy Improperly
Certain 2021-2022 Ram pickup trucks may have side curtain air bags (SABIC assemblies) that were built with the wrong amount of compressed gas.
Electrical Short Can Cause Fire, Even With Engine Off
Certain heavy-duty Ram pickups and cab chassis vehicles with the Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine may have an electrical short in the Solid State Intake Heater Grid Relay.
Most common 2022 RAM 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 181 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 61 |
| Power Train | 50 |
| Engine | 30 |
| Unknown Or Other | 23 |
| Service Brakes | 18 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 10 |
| Suspension | 10 |
| Steering | 7 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
What owners report
The front right strut/shock is leaking and now both have to be replaced at only 48,000 miles and 4 years old.
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. They told me they would call me when the parts became available. They never called so I took it in for a battery issue were the batteries were overheating and dying. I asked that they replace the used part and look into the fried battery issue. Knowing how this dealership operates I went ahead and marked the old part with nail polish. when I was calle
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 continuously powered and overheated. The contact expressed safety concerns that the failure presented a fire hazard. The contact attempted to notify the manufacturer via email and telephone at 877-740-8004; however, no response was received, and the telephone number was recently out of service.
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 it was diagnosed that a piece of plastic near the wiring caused the wiring to fail, and the wiring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact expressed concern that the failure was hazardous due to a disability and presented a safety risk in the event of an emergency. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure m
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 on the truck.
2022 RAM 2500 questions
Does the 2022 RAM 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2022 RAM 2500: Driver Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Rearview Camera Image May Not Display, Raising Crash Risk; Stability Control May Shut Off Without Warning; Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk; Heater Grid Relay Can Short and Cause Engine Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 RAM 2500?
Based on 181 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (61), Power Train (50), Engine (30).
How do I check if a recall on my 2022 RAM 2500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.