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This page covers 13 recalls and 164 owner complaints for the 2022 Ram 2500.
The 2022 Ram 2500 draws the most complaints around the powertrain and electrical system. On the powertrain side, owners frequently report transmission problems, including overheating, burnt fluid, shuddering, and failures that persist even after the transmission has been replaced. RPM fluctuations and abnormal sounds during deceleration come up across multiple reports as well. Electrical complaints cover a range of symptoms: ABS, traction control, and stability control warning lights illuminating together, sometimes triggered by a hard braking event on a slippery surface, with the systems appearing to reset before the lights return and stay on. A smaller but notable cluster of engine complaints includes reports of smoke or fire developing at idle with little warning. A handful of reports also describe the tailgate detaching while driving, which knocks out the rear-view camera.
164
Total Complaints
9
Crash-Related
5
Fire-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 RAM 2500 has 13 recalls, the most serious being a fire risk on diesel-equipped trucks where an electrical short in the heater grid relay can ignite a fire in the engine compartment even with the ignition off.
All fire-related concerns apply to trucks with the Cummins 6.7L turbo diesel engine. Alongside the relay issue, transmission fluid can leak from the dipstick tube under heat and pressure buildup and contact an ignition source in the engine compartment. Also on diesel models, the engine control module may contain a misaligned capacitor that short-circuits internally, cutting drive power without warning.
On the safety systems side, a fault in the steering column control module can prevent the driver's airbag from deploying in a crash, and the side curtain airbags on certain trucks may deploy improperly due to incorrect compressed gas levels in the assembly. A software problem in the ABS control module can disable electronic stability control entirely, while a separate software issue may allow an ESC malfunction to go unannounced because the warning light fails to illuminate.
Rear visibility is affected by radio software that can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying when backing up. There is also a tailgate concern: misaligned striker hardware can prevent the tailgate from latching fully, allowing it to swing open while driving and drop cargo onto the road.
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What can fail
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
A faulty steering column control module may prevent the driver's side air bag from deploying during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the steering column control module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Radio software may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying on the screen, blocking your view of what's behind the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the radio software at no cost, or the update will be delivered wirelessly over-the-air.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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A software problem in the ABS control module can accidentally turn off the electronic stability control system, which helps prevent skidding and loss of control.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the ABS control module software at no cost to restore proper stability control function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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A software issue may prevent the electronic stability control system from functioning properly, causing the vehicle to not meet Canadian regulatory requirements. A warning light will appear on your dashboard.
What the fix does
FCA Canada will mail you instructions to visit a dealership, where technicians will update your antilock braking system control module software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The radio software may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying on the screen, blocking your rear visibility.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the radio software at no cost to restore the rearview image display.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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An electrical short can develop in the heater grid relay whether the ignition is on or off, potentially causing an electrical hazard.
What the fix does
The heater grid relay will be replaced at no cost to you at an authorized dealer.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The tailgate striker may be misaligned with the box latch, preventing the tailgate from latching properly and allowing it to open while driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment and adjust it as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Pressure and heat can build up inside the transmission, causing transmission fluid to leak from the dipstick tube.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the transmission dipstick and transmission vent assembly at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The engine control module may contain a misaligned capacitor that shorts out, causing the module to lose internal communication ability.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the engine control module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The radio software may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying on the screen, blocking your view of what is behind the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the radio software at no cost to restore the rearview camera display.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The ABS control module software may fail to turn on the electronic stability control malfunction warning light when ESC malfunctions occur.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the ABS control module software at no cost to restore the warning light function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Side air bag curtain assemblies may contain incorrect gas pressure, causing improper deployment in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the side air bag curtain assemblies at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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An electrical short in the intake heater relay can cause a vehicle fire whether the ignition is on or off.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the relay and replace it if needed. Insulating material will be applied if a related recall is open.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
