2022 Ram 3500
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2022 Ram 3500 has 239 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.0x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is transmission problems (51% of all complaints), specifically: my vehicle came with 4x4 gear box shift on the floor. i could not get it to move into neutral or 4 low gear. i hardly drove in so it was no big deal so one day i pulled up the boot around the shift and there was a screw blocking the forward movement. it was the same screw that mount the plastic aro. ⚠️ 8 fire reports filed.
239
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
3.0x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
TRANSMISSION
122 complaints- • My vehicle came with 4X4 gear box shift on the floor. I could not get it to move into neutral or 4 low gear. I hardly drove in so it was no big deal so one day I pulled up the boot around the shift and there was a screw blocking the forward movement. It was the same screw that mount the plastic aro
- • After vehicle is in reverse and you press the brake. When you move the shifter to park and then release your foot from the brake, the truck moves backwards about 5 inches. It acts like its still in reverse.
- • Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Sensor never installed, digital gauge has never read anything but 0%. This can cause issues with regeneration of the DPF that will result in Limp mode.
“My vehicle came with 4X4 gear box shift on the floor. I could not get it to move into neutral or 4 low gear. I hardly drove in so it was no big deal so one day I pulled up the boot around the shift and there was a screw blocking the forward movement. It was the same screw that mount the plastic aro”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ENGINE
25 complaints- • My truck had around 230 miles on it and I experienced a thumping noise from the engine compartment. The thumping disappears once the truck reaches operating temperature and the EGR valve opens. Dodge claims they have no idea what the cause is. Additionally, there is an electrical draw. I have to jum
- • Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Sensor never installed, digital gauge has never read anything but 0%. This can cause issues with regeneration of the DPF that will result in Limp mode.
- • The vehicle had been parked in the street for several hours. I started the vehicle in order to back it into my driveway for the night and then turned it off (total run time for the operation was most likely under a minute from the time the engine was started until it was shut down). The temperature
“My truck had around 230 miles on it and I experienced a thumping noise from the engine compartment. The thumping disappears once the truck reaches operating temperature and the EGR valve opens. Dodge claims they have no idea what the cause is. Additionally, there is an electrical draw. I have to jum”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ELECTRICAL
22 complaints- • My truck had around 230 miles on it and I experienced a thumping noise from the engine compartment. The thumping disappears once the truck reaches operating temperature and the EGR valve opens. Dodge claims they have no idea what the cause is. Additionally, there is an electrical draw. I have to jum
- • The vehicle had been parked in the street for several hours. I started the vehicle in order to back it into my driveway for the night and then turned it off (total run time for the operation was most likely under a minute from the time the engine was started until it was shut down). The temperature
- • This vehicle went back to the dealer numerous times and ultimately was surrendered to Chrysler under lemon law. It had ABS braking issues along with trailer brake problems. At about 8000 miles it started having ABS alarms which cause a bunch of other issues that I feel is a serious safety problem. W
“My truck had around 230 miles on it and I experienced a thumping noise from the engine compartment. The thumping disappears once the truck reaches operating temperature and the EGR valve opens. Dodge claims they have no idea what the cause is. Additionally, there is an electrical draw. I have to jum”
— NHTSA complaint filing
OTHER
16 complaints- • The vehicle had been parked in the street for several hours. I started the vehicle in order to back it into my driveway for the night and then turned it off (total run time for the operation was most likely under a minute from the time the engine was started until it was shut down). The temperature
- • Transmission damaged on a brand new truck this is my 2nd truck this happens to they are both at the dealer with a transmission damage dealer is saying parts are in backorder and they have me without a worktruck 2 brand new truck. Dealer have had my truck for over 30 days since Feb 02 23
- • I parked the truck in my driver, turned it off and seen smoke under the hood. Opened the hood and there was a fire next to what I believe is a coil pak. Tried to put it out with a fire extinguisher but it didn't help. It then engulfed into flames, blowing air bags, and busting out windows.
“The vehicle had been parked in the street for several hours. I started the vehicle in order to back it into my driveway for the night and then turned it off (total run time for the operation was most likely under a minute from the time the engine was started until it was shut down). The temperature”
— NHTSA complaint filing
FUEL SYSTEM
14 complaints- • Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Sensor never installed, digital gauge has never read anything but 0%. This can cause issues with regeneration of the DPF that will result in Limp mode.
- • hello, on the truck, a review was opened, they took the truck to the dealership, they didn’t even give us anything in return, since they were in california themselves from new york for another 2 weeks, they waited in line, they said to replace the transmission and something light to do, more than a
- • Transmission K1 snap ring failure. Left me stranded on busy road unable to move truck.Dealer has diagnost it. No warnings, just failed.
“Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Sensor never installed, digital gauge has never read anything but 0%. This can cause issues with regeneration of the DPF that will result in Limp mode.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 239 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐TRANSMISSION: My vehicle came with 4X4 gear box shift on the floor. I could not get it to move into neutral or 4 low gear. I hardly drove in so it was no big deal so one day I pulled up the boot around the shift and there was a screw blocking the forward movement. It was the same screw that mount the plastic aro
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: My truck had around 230 miles on it and I experienced a thumping noise from the engine compartment. The thumping disappears once the truck reaches operating temperature and the EGR valve opens. Dodge claims they have no idea what the cause is. Additionally, there is an electrical draw. I have to jum
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: My truck had around 230 miles on it and I experienced a thumping noise from the engine compartment. The thumping disappears once the truck reaches operating temperature and the EGR valve opens. Dodge claims they have no idea what the cause is. Additionally, there is an electrical draw. I have to jum
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐OTHER: The vehicle had been parked in the street for several hours. I started the vehicle in order to back it into my driveway for the night and then turned it off (total run time for the operation was most likely under a minute from the time the engine was started until it was shut down). The temperature
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Ram 3500 — Year Comparison
How does 2022 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 239
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 8
- Crash reports
- 5
- Injury reports
- 7
- Segment avg
- 80
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