NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 Ram 5500 Safety Record
The 2022 Ram 5500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 26 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2022 Ram 5500 has not undergone NHTSA crash testing, and consequently, no star ratings or a Safety Index score are available for this model year. However, the federal record does indicate a heavy burden of recalls and owner complaints. Four distinct recall campaigns have been issued, two of which mandated a "park-outside" directive for owners due to safety concerns. Additionally, 26 unverified owner complaints have been filed. This recall and complaint record warrants close attention from any prospective buyer, even in the absence of definitive structural safety performance data from crash tests.
The 2022 Ram 5500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and is subject to four recall campaigns per NHTSA federal safety records.
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 | 26 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Ram 5500?
The 2022 Ram 5500 carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, the most active tier in the MotorCaliber classification. Two park-outside recall campaigns tied to electrical system wiring are particularly significant; this directive signals an elevated risk assessment by the manufacturer at the time of issuance. The airbag recall adds a second safety-critical system to the picture, and the engine control module recall affects cab chassis configurations specifically. On the complaint side, 21 powertrain allegations out of 26 total is a notable pattern for this model year, though all remain unverified. No tested sibling years exist in the NHTSA record we cover, so there is no crash-safety reference point from adjacent model years to consult.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Ram 5500 have any recalls?
The 2022 Ram 5500 is subject to four recall campaigns. Two address electrical system wiring, specifically relays and solenoids, and both carry park-outside directives issued by NHTSA. A third targets the engine control module on cab chassis variants. The fourth covers frontal air bags, specifically a concern with the steering column connection. The two park-outside campaigns represent the most urgent action items for current owners.
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 5500?
Twenty-six unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Ram 5500. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The powertrain is the dominant reported concern, accounting for 21 of the 26 allegations. Steering accounts for 3 reported complaints, with single allegations each touching the wheels, electrical system, vehicle speed control, and fuel system.
26 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Ram 5500?
Potential buyers of a 2022 Ram 5500 should verify any open recalls by checking the vehicle's VIN on nhtsa.gov. Four recall campaigns have been issued for the 2022 Ram 5500. Any outstanding safety-critical recall repairs can be performed by a franchised dealer at no charge.
- Two of the four 2022 Ram 5500 recall campaigns carry park-outside directives tied to electrical system wiring, meaning owners were advised not to park these vehicles in enclosed structures until the remedy was applied.
- A separate 2022 Ram 5500 recall targets the frontal air bag system, specifically the steering column connection, which is a safety-critical restraint system concern.
- An engine control module recall applies specifically to 2022 cab chassis variants of the Ram 5500, making the body configuration of a given unit relevant to which campaigns affect it.
- Twenty-six unverified complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, with 21 of those allegations concentrated in the powertrain category, a pattern worth noting when reviewing the federal complaint database at nhtsa.gov.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Ram 5500 places
The 2022 Ram 5500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Ram 5500 safety questions
Was the 2022 Ram 5500 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 26 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Ram 5500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Ram 5500, 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 5500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 26 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Ram 5500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ram 5500 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.