NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 Ram 4500 Safety Record
The 2022 Ram 4500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2022 Ram 4500 has no crash-test ratings from NHTSA; the agency did not evaluate this model year. This means no computed Safety Index is available for the vehicle. The federal record shows a Heavy burden band for recalls and complaints. Four recall campaigns were issued, two of which advised owners to park the vehicle outdoors. Three owner complaints have been registered, all focused on the powertrain. This information should be considered by any prospective buyer. The absence of crash-test data does not inherently speak to the vehicle's safety profile.
The 2022 Ram 4500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and is subject to four recall campaigns according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 4 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Ram 4500?
For the 2022 model year, the Ram 4500 carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, reflecting the combined weight of four distinct recall campaigns. Two of these, both concerning wiring relays and solenoids within the electrical system, prompted Chrysler to issue park-outside guidance, advising owners against storing the vehicle in enclosed spaces until repairs were completed. This guidance underscores the severity of these electrical system defects. Further contributing to this year's federal record are a recall for the engine control module and another for the frontal air bag steering column. While the sample size is limited, the three powertrain complaints registered align with the electrical and drivetrain issues highlighted in the recall campaigns. No crash-test data for this specific model year or its immediate siblings is available, meaning the Heavy band is based solely on recall and complaint data, without implications for crash performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Ram 4500 have any recalls?
The 2022 Ram 4500 is tied to four recall campaigns. Two involve the electrical system, specifically wiring relays and solenoids, and both of those campaigns carried a park-outside directive. A third campaign addresses the engine control module. A fourth targets the frontal air bag system via the steering column. The two park-outside campaigns are the most operationally urgent, as that designation signals an elevated risk while the defect remains unrepaired.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL25V765000
Risk: A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.
Reported 2025-11-06
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:RELAYS/SOLENOIDS23V060000
Risk: An electrical short in the relay can result in an engine compartment fire with the ignition on or off, increasing the risk of injury.
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. FCA US will notify dealers on or about 3/23/2023 and begin notifying owners on or about 4/5/2023. Phase 2 will include 2022 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2021 mo
Reported 2023-02-09
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)22V642000
Risk: An internal loss of communication can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Reported 2022-08-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:RELAYS/SOLENOIDS21V798000
Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park these vehicles outside of buildings or structures, and not near other vehicles, until the vehicle has been remedied. Dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace the Solid State Intake Heater Grid Relay ("Relay"); if FCA US Recall ID Y08 (NHTSA Recall ID 21V-163) is open, then insulating material will be applied to the Relay after inspection. Owner notification letters w
Reported 2021-10-14
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Ram 4500?
Three owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Ram 4500, all three alleging issues in the powertrain component category. None of the reports allege a crash, fire, injury, or death. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Ram 4500?
The 2022 Ram 4500 was the subject of four recall campaigns. Two of these, specifically regarding electrical issues, recommend parking the vehicle outside until repairs are completed. Buyers of used 2022 Ram 4500 models are advised to check the VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm the status of these recalls, as resolving open recalls on a used vehicle is the owner's responsibility.
- Two of the four 2022 Ram 4500 recall campaigns involve wiring relays and solenoids in the electrical system and both carry park-outside directives, meaning Chrysler advised owners not to garage the vehicle indoors until the repair was completed.
- A separate 2022-specific recall targets the engine control module on Ram 4500 and related cab chassis variants, adding an engine system concern on top of the two electrical campaigns.
- The frontal air bag recall, which covers the steering column connection on 2021 and 2022 Ram heavy-duty trucks including the 4500, represents a direct occupant-protection concern that should be confirmed as resolved on any specific vehicle.
- All three owner complaints on record for this model year allege powertrain problems, and while the sample is small and the allegations are unverified, the pattern aligns with the mechanical and electrical themes already documented in the recall record.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Ram 4500 places
The 2022 Ram 4500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Ram 4500 safety questions
Was the 2022 Ram 4500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Ram 4500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Ram 4500, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Ram 4500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Ram 4500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ram 4500 2022.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.