2022 Ram 5500 problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
26 owner complaints analyzed
4 distinct recall campaigns
1,973 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 model year. Data snapshot: . 7 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Power Train is the most frequently named component, appearing in 21 of 26 complaints (80.8%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and shifting | 20 | 76.9% |
| Engine operation | 3 | 11.5% |
| Braking behavior | 2 | 7.7% |
| Steering behavior | 2 | 7.7% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 3.8% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 21 |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Fuel System, Other:Kinetic:Flywheel,Bearings | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
Power Train: 21; Power Train:Automatic Transmission: 3; Steering: 3; Electrical System: 1; Fuel System, Other:Kinetic:Flywheel,Bearings: 1; Fuel/Propulsion System: 1; Vehicle Speed Control: 1; Wheels: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 5 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 1 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 1 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 5; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 1; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 1; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (5). 19 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 1 |
2022: 2; 2023: 17; 2024: 6; 2025: 1
Pattern summary
Power Train leads the component reports. Transmission and shifting appears in 20 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 3 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 2 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11487689 · 2022-10-03 (October 3, 2022)
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. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the air filter to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to Efird Chrysle…
Owner-reported narrative. 50,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11487689 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11500780 · 2023-01-09 (January 9, 2023)
On the evening of 1/06/2022 I was traveling in heavy traffic going east on I-70 approaching mile marker 234 coming down a large mountain grade when i realized my transmission disengage. I was able to exit interstate and come to a stop I checked and found had no forward gears in transmission only had reverse gear. When I had secured a towing company ( which ram could not secure ) towing guy informed me that he has towed 2 to 3 of these vehicles every week for past six months with same issues. I very much feel this is a big safety issue especiall…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11500780 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11507457 · 2023-02-15 (February 15, 2023)
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 5500. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and the contact was unable to shift gear. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed on the highway, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle failed to…
Owner-reported narrative. 1,500 miles reported. Look up ODI 11507457 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11529692 · 2023-06-30 (June 30, 2023)
Driving on the freeway with no warning got an engine light, ABS light, 4 Wheel drive light and transmission failed. It will not go into drive only reverse
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11529692 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11623278 · 2024-11-02 (November 2, 2024)
Dealership confirmed K1 and K2 snap ring failure on a 22 Dodge Ram under warranty with 15933 miles. Transmission was manufactured in August of the truck build. On [XXX] while driving my 22 Ram 5500 the truck lost all forward gears while coming down the mountain with a loaded truck camper and pulling a trailer with an ATV. Truck was below GVWR. This truck had 15933 miles and 24 months old. All servicing intervals were met and serviced at a certified Dodge dealership. The truck was traveling at 25 MPH down hill in steep terrain on a dirt road…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11623278 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11524902 · 2023-06-01 (June 1, 2023)
Center (drag) link as a part of the steering linkage assembly snapped after 40,000 miles. I was driving < 5 miles an hour attempting to park my vehicle when I heard a large snap sound, which, upon further investigation, was the center link that snapped in half. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealership for repairs. Had the vehicle been in a more dense area or if I were driving on the highway and not attempting to park, a sudden loss of steering capability could have been fatal. The dealer has acknowledged the center link was broken after …
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11524902 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11642692 · 2025-02-14 (February 14, 2025)
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. Once steering was lost the box truck to slam in into the barrier twice , than roll onto its side. There where no other cars involved in the accident and the truck is now totaled. There is so much damage done to the truck it is hard to pinpoint the failure point. The center link is broken and the tie rod end is snapped off. The truck only has 38,000…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11642692 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11518432 · 2023-04-22 (April 22, 2023)
Received notice 8 months ago that the electrical relay that is used for grid heater when starting the vehicle may catch fire causing the entire vehicle to burn to the ground. I contacted RAM immediately and they stated there is no fix available. 8 months later I contacted RAM again and they stated that a fix was in the works but not available to me. I later contacted a dealer to buy a new truck and found they had a stop sell on RAM trucks and the fix was made available to them so the trucks can be sold. RAM should be taking care of truck…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11518432 at NHTSA ↗