Owner-reported complaints naming the body or structure system, filed with NHTSA
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Body & structure reportsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
13
Latest Jun 7, 2026
Share of all reportsThis category as a share of every owner report on file for this model year. One report can name more than one component, so the categories overlap.
2%
of 597 total
Crash or fire reportedReports in this category whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. The reporter's own answer on the NHTSA form, not a verified finding.
2
Injuries or deaths reportedTotals the submitters entered on their own reports in this category. Not verified by NHTSA and not a casualty statistic.
4
What this page shows
Reports naming the vehicle structure, frame, body panels, doors, hood and trim. Every record below is an owner-reported complaint about the 2022 RAM 1500 submitted to NHTSA — not a confirmed defect, not a recall and not a manufacturer bulletin. 13 reports on file name it.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Owner reports naming body or structure
Shown in the owner’s own words, exactly as filed
Body & structureBrakesSteering
Filed Jun 7, 2026
Crash reported1 injury reported2 deaths reported
During the collision, the vehicle experienced a catastrophic component failure, specifically involving break intervention by ESP and the electronic stability control working correctly with the wheel speeds and impact of the top of the cab.
NHTSA ID
11742598
Incident
Jan 10, 2025
Body & structureEngine
Filed Mar 2, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 42 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and shut off. The driver pulled over safely and shifted into park(P), but the vehicle was difficult to restart. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated after the failure. On another occasion, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shut off and was difficult to restart. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the sun visor detached from the mount and fell, obscuring the view while driving. Additionally, the rear window seal was cracked, and water was leaking in several spots into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer on three separate occasions, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure, and the failure recurred. The vehicle was partially diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the window was not covered. The visor was repaired under the warranty. The manufacturer was contacted and extended the warranty coverage. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000.
NHTSA ID
11721410
Incident
Jan 1, 2022
Mileage
9,000 mi
Body & structureElectrical
Filed Feb 4, 2025
Due to a leak on the back sliding window water entered the vehicle and caused the “RFO” box to break. Dealership told me that is the box that connects the fob keyes to the truck causing the truck to not recognize any keys.
NHTSA ID
11640626
Incident
Jan 31, 2025
Body & structure
Filed Jan 14, 2025
On Saturday December 29th, while driving on a smaller regional highway I heard noise which seemed to be coming from the truck. As I looked into the rear view mirror I watched in horror the tonneau cover take flight and slam into the roadway behind me. Thankful, the cars noted to my right were not directly behind me, as it would have certainly caused a serious accident. I did circle back to locate the remains of the tonneau cover and still have it in my possession for evaluation. I contacted the dealer inquiring if there had been any recalls or safety issues or concerns regarding the tonneau cover that came with the 2022 custom build RAM truck. In that email I also who I should be in contact with to discuss the replacement of the cover and repairs to my truck for the failure of the cover. In my email to the dealership, I attached photos of the cover, damage and the odometer for documentation.To date yet to hear back from the dealer by phone or email I emailed the general sales manager at the dealership on Janurary 8th.
NHTSA ID
11635892
Incident
Dec 29, 2024
AirbagsBody & structureBrakes
Filed Dec 12, 2024
Crash reported1 injury reported
Product recall caused multiple accidents in vehicle resulting in permanent injuries
NHTSA ID
11630281
Incident
Mar 18, 2024
Body & structure
Filed Oct 25, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the tailgate door would not properly latch and failed to remain secured while closed. While towing a trailer and driving approximately 65 MPH, the tailgate door erroneously opened. During the failure the tailgate door and the front end of the trailer were damaged. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions while driving. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V904000 (STRUCTURE). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000.
NHTSA ID
11621889
Incident
Nov 1, 2022
Mileage
4,000 mi
Body & structureElectrical
Filed May 31, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated upon purchasing the vehicle brand new and attempting to use the key fob to operate the vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond. The dealer replaced the antenna; however, the failure persisted. The dealer diagnosed that the RF hub was corroded due to water leaking through the third brake light. The dealer determined that the rear windshield, the third brake light, and the RF hub module needed to be replaced. The contact was charged a repair cost. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 5,050.
NHTSA ID
11591715
Incident
May 31, 2024
Mileage
5,050 mi
Body & structure
Filed Jan 17, 2024
Have nicks on all 4 door latches on vehicle. Took vehicle to Bettenhausen Chrysler in Tinley Park, where I purchased, and they turned me over to corporate. After 3 months of no answer from corporate case closed and Chrysler not paying for repairs. I have checked with dealers In Illinois, Missouri, and Colorado. They all had multiple vehicles with same problem. After numerous attempts to contact anyone at dealership finnaly got a call from Mr Bettenhausen. Mr Bettenhausen stated he had same damage on his personal vehicle and door latches were faulty and ended conversation with me. Vehicle has not been inspected by anyone other then Bettenhausen Chrysler dodge. I feel if door latches are faulty it puts me and anyone else who is on roads as well.
NHTSA ID
11565925
Incident
Jan 1, 2022
Body & structure
Filed Mar 16, 2023
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate unexpectedly opened. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V904000 (Structure) however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and the dealer sent pictures of the failure to the manufacturer. The manufacturer declined to repair the tailgate. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 8,689.
NHTSA ID
11512254
Incident
Mar 16, 2023
Mileage
8,689 mi
Body & structure
Filed Jan 18, 2023
My truck is 2 weeks old. I was driving to pick my child up from school, and the sun roof exploded spontaneously spraying glass all over me and causing me to almost wreck the truck. This sounded like a gun shot in my ear and there is glass everywhere. I had to be very careful pulling off the road so I did not get cut or injured.
NHTSA ID
11502460
Incident
Jan 18, 2023
Body & structure
Filed Dec 19, 2022
This multifunction (split tailgate) will not close properly. I must slam it shut multiple time before it will latch properly. The dealership has tried to fix it multiple times and has been unsuccessful in doing so. They tell me I have to live with it now.
NHTSA ID
11498033
Incident
Jan 12, 2022
Body & structure
Filed May 23, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that there was a failure with the passenger’s door causing the door was not close completely. The contact stated that there was a gap between the door and the body of the truck. There was no warning light. The vehicle was diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 2,500.
NHTSA ID
11465751
Incident
Feb 6, 2022
Mileage
2,500 mi
Body & structure
Filed Mar 30, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that after driving the truck home from the dealer he heard a whistling sound coming from the window. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer who changed the weather seal on the window however, the issue still remained. The contact returned the vehicle to the dealer who then replaced the weather seal on the door however, the whistling continued. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 300.
NHTSA ID
11459032
Incident
Jan 28, 2022
Mileage
300 mi
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers.
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