ram 3500 problems
0 safety recalls. 184 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 6 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
The # 4 cam bearing seized to the camshaft. Upon further investigation the #4 main bearing was damaged from metal chips that were not removed during the manufacture of the engine. This damage from the manufacturing defect left the engine block damaged beyond repair. So a short…
The transmission failed while driving in a remote area 600 mi from home. Check engine light came on. Truck was in the shop for over 50 days. The truck had less than 3,000 miles on it when the transmission failed.
Aisin Transmission Failure at 10,462 miles. Date of failure 09/09/2023. No warning lights, messages or other symptoms Vehicle was towed to Dealership on 09/12/2023 Failure confirmed by Champion Dodge, 907 S Clinton Street, Athens, AL 35611 / 8002395692
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…
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Common questions
Is the 2022 RAM 3500 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 184 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 RAM 3500 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2022 RAM 3500?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 111 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my RAM 3500 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2022 RAM 3500?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 184 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.