2022 Ram 2500 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 4%of 181 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 31,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the steering of the 2022 Ram 2500, 4% of the 181 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 31,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2022 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the steering wheel jerked to the right and the traction control warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the electronic stability control, Forward Collision Avoidance, check engine, and power steering warning lights were illuminated. …”
NHTSA complaint #11753372, filed 2026-07, 31,000 miles“The contact owns a 2022 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 30-35 MPH, the steering wheel failed to turn to the left or the right. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Action Number: PE26002. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that there was a loss of power steering assist function, which was caused by water intruding into the power steering module connector. …”
NHTSA complaint #11758140, filed 2026-08, 14,900 miles“The contact owns a 2022 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard a grinding sound coming from the steering wheel. The air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact then stated that the steering wheel electrical functions started to malfunction. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the clockspring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was advised to call the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11514586, filed 2023-03, 54,000 miles“Clock spring in steering column Clock spring controls: Buttons on steering wheel Heated steering wheel Turn signals/lights Air bag in steering wheel My issue was just starting at making the heated steering wheel not work. And could potentially effect the other functionalities (ram had a previous recall on later models) This was reproduced at the service center Not sure if it was inspected by anyone besides dealership and myself No warning lamps. And problem started 2 days before this submission”
NHTSA complaint #11694702, filed 2025-10“When turning on a highway exit ramp approximately 60mph Adaptive steering may have caused vehicle to not turn adequately and begin to go off the road. Lane keep assist failed to keep or even attempt to keep vehicle in lane and on the road. Adaptive steering may have prevented corrective action to prevent incident. Vehicle struck a guard rail as a result which potentially could have been fatal. No testing, investigation, or inspection has been conducted at this time. No warnings or messages were displayed.”
NHTSA complaint #11474273, filed 2022-07Related recalls
- 25V765000Nov 6, 2025Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 4500, and Ram 5500 vehicles. The steering column control module may…Covers: Ram 2500 2021–2022, 1500 2021–2022, 3500 2021–2022 +2 more
Related service bulletins
- 11025736Nov 20, 2025Heated Seats And Heated Steering Wheel Inoperative
- 11003055Jun 27, 2024Warranty Operations Newsletter – Volume 10, Issue 6
- 11003053Jun 27, 2024FCA Caribbean Warranty Newsletter – Volume 10, Issue 6
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 3% |
| 2025 | 3 | 5% |
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 5 | 10% |
| 2022 | 7 | 4% |
| 2021 | 5 | 5% |
| 2020 | 10 | 6% |
| 2019 | 11 | 6% |
| 2018 | 87 | 3% |
| 2017 | 49 | 7% |
| 2016 | 43 | 17% |
| 2015 | 43 | 20% |
| 2014 | 87 | 25% |
| 2013 | 31 | 17% |
| 2009 | 4 | 80% |
Other parts of the 2022 Ram 2500
61 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
50 complaintsEngine
30 complaintsOther or unknown
24 complaintsBrakes
22 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsSuspension
10 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsForward collision avoidance
6 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2022 Ram 2500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology