2022 Ram 3500
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 4 |
| 2009 | 3 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 114 |
| 2014 | 202 |
| 2015 | 136 |
| 2016 | 134 |
| 2017 | 306 |
| 2018 | 793 |
| 2019 | 134 |
| 2020 | 115 |
| 2021 | 62 |
| 2022 | 188 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 43 |
| 2025 | 41 |
| 2026 | 24 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
66% of complaints: power train — 124 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The transmission spontaneously slipped out of park and went into reverse. My safety was close to critically impacted.
NHTSA ODI report, 20221129
Also filed under FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Loss of transmission due to Aisin K1 Clutch / Input Shaft failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260724
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the contact unhooked the camper that was being towed and shifted the vehicle to drive(D) but the vehicle failed to move forward or backwards while in reverse(R).
NHTSA ODI report, 20260723
12% of complaints: engine — 23 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
On 9 September, while driving, I got an emergency dashboard notice that stated Throttle System Malfunction contact dealer. It went out and then another immediately flashed that stated Exhaust System Malfunction contact dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 20241112
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
12% of complaints: electrical system — 23 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
On the morning of August 29th around 8:10am the Ram truck caught fire under the hood with the engine/ignition off, after it was driven around the yard lot and shut off.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260908
The vehicle had been parked in the street for several hours.
NHTSA ODI report, 20221212
7% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 14 distinct reports on file.
FIRE6% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park these vehicles outside of buildings or structures, and not near other vehicles, until the vehicle has been remedied.
Campaign 21V798000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and 2021 Ram 1500 Classic pickup trucks.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V925000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V140000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V407000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V642000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V904000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V835000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 23V060000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 23V654000 — check if this car was fixed
2022 RAM Transmission Snap Ring Failure
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...
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V436000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V415000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 25V765000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of Power Steering Assist
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 Ram 3500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (124 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 21V798000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V925000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V140000 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V407000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V642000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V904000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V835000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V060000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V654000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V436000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V415000 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, air) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V765000 (air bags, steering) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Ram 3500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Ram 3500 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ram 3500?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Ram 3500 have?
12 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.