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2022 Ram 1500 Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 80 Fuel System complaints for the 2022 Ram 1500, 13% of all 612 complaints filed for that year, with a median failure mileage of 22,350. A related recall, 23V263000, covers high pressure fuel pump failure on 3.0L diesel models.

Fuel System complaints
80
13% of 612
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
22,350 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

  • Owners report the truck stalling suddenly while driving at moderate speeds, around 30 to 40 mph, sometimes with no warning light before shutdown.
  • Some describe the vehicle shifting itself into park and applying the parking brake unexpectedly after a stall, leaving the truck briefly undrivable.
  • Several complaints involve the high pressure fuel pump failing on 3.0L diesel trucks, tied to recall campaign 23V263000, with delays in getting replacement parts.
  • Dealers in some cases diagnosed the issue as needing the fuel pump and fuel injectors replaced after an abnormal noise preceded stalling.
  • One owner reported the check engine light illuminating just before a stall, followed by the truck coasting to a stop and needing the fuel system replaced.

When 2022 Ram 1500 fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 7, 2021, latest Sep 9, 2026.

2022 Ram 1500 fuel system complaints: complaints filed per month6Dec 2021Mar 2023Oct 2023Apr 2024Dec 2024Aug 2025Apr 2026
80 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2021 to Sep 2026; peak Jul 2024 (6).

Fuel System recalls for the 2022 Ram 1500

  1. NHTSA 23V263000Apr 13, 2023Fuel System45,832 vehicles

    Fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.

    Risk: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 01A.

Fuel System complaints by 1500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 201350 (4%)
  2. 2014275 (16%)
  3. 2015236 (16%)
  4. 2016279 (18%)
  5. 2017129 (15%)
  6. 2018139 (21%)
  7. 2019103 (7%)
  8. 202075 (12%)
  9. 202196 (14%)
  10. 202280 (13%)
  11. 202318 (9%)
  12. 20246 (8%)
  13. 202523 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2022 Ram 1500 have?
NHTSA lists 80 Fuel System complaints for the 2022 Ram 1500, which is 13% of all 612 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall on the 2022 Ram 1500?
Yes. Recall 23V263000, reported 2023-04-13, covers 3.0L diesel 2022-2023 Ram 1500 trucks (plus certain Jeep models) for high pressure fuel pump failure, with dealers replacing the pump and related components free of charge.
At what mileage do 2022 Ram 1500 fuel system problems typically occur?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this fuel system issue is 22,350 miles.
Did the 2022 Ram 1500 fuel system issue cause any crashes or fires?
NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 1 fire, and 0 injuries linked to these fuel system complaints.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.