2022 Ram 5500
Only 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 26
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 26 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 4 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
24 of 26 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Truck has 6500 miles, went to put it in reverse from drive in busy intersection and transmission started to slip. Truck ultimately wouldn't drive at all.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-09
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 5500. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle failed to shift properly into the correct gear. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-10-03
Also filed under Fuel system, other
Steering
3 of 26 total reports mention: steering.
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Our driver told us that he lost steering. At 35 mph on a open highway (which is confirmed by our gps). He also has a clean driving record and has been driving box truck for decades with no incident.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-02-14
Wheels
1 of 26 total reports mentions: wheels.
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This is a 2022 Dodge Ram 5500. The wheel studs broke off while driving on the interstate, and the dually tires came off. This is a major safety issue and the driver had a narrow escape.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-11
Vehicle speed control
1 of 26 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 26 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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Owners manual and marketing documents for 2022 RAM 5500 contain incomplete and obsolete information about diesel fueling requirements causing increased safety risk for drivers.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-03-14
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2021-11-10Electrical system21V798000 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.
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2022-10-20Engine and engine cooling22V642000 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.
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2023-04-04Electrical system23V060000 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.
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2024-03-27Preliminary evaluationOpen 2022 RAM Transmission Snap Ring Failure
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2025-12-11Air bags, steering25V765000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Ram 5500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 24 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V798000 · Electrical system
- Recall 22V642000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 23V060000 · Electrical system
- Recall 25V765000 · Air bags, steering
FAQ
- Is the 2022 Ram 5500 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ram 5500?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 92% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Ram 5500 have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.