2022 Ram 2500 Brakes Problems
Brakes account for 22 complaints (12% of 181 total) on the 2022 Ram 2500, with a median failure mileage of 44,000 miles. Two related recalls (24V415000 and 22V140000) cover ABS control module software that can disable electronic stability control.
- Brakes complaints
- 22
- 12% of 181
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 44,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Brake pedal becomes spongy or sinks toward the floor, requiring repeated pumping before the vehicle slows.
- ABS and traction control warning lights illuminate intermittently, sometimes clearing on their own then returning.
- Front caliper failure reported after brake pedal went soft, leading to a loss of stopping power.
- Integrated trailer brake controller intermittently fails to engage trailer brakes, especially with heavy trailers.
- Front end shimmies or shakes at lower speeds while brakes reportedly go to the floor.
- Owners with recall notices report parts were unavailable to complete the ABS module software repair.
When 2022 Ram 2500 brake complaints were filed
First complaint Dec 28, 2022, latest Aug 10, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2022 Ram 2500
- NHTSA 24V415000Jun 6, 2024Brakes211,581 vehicles
Service brakes, air:antilock:control unit/module
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Durango and Ram 2500 and 3500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the ABS control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 11, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 55B.
- NHTSA 22V140000Mar 10, 2022Brakes370,437 vehicles
Electronic stability control (esc)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z20.
Brakes complaints by 2500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2022 Ram 2500?
- NHTSA lists 22 brake-related complaints for the 2022 Ram 2500, which is 12% of the 181 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2022 Ram 2500?
- Yes. Recall 22V140000 and recall 24V415000 both address an ABS control module software issue that can disable the electronic stability control system.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2022 Ram 2500?
- The median mileage at failure for brake-related complaints on this model year is 44,000 miles.
- Have brake problems led to crashes on the 2022 Ram 2500?
- NHTSA data shows 3 crashes linked to brake complaints on the 2022 Ram 2500, with no reported fires or injuries.
- Do the recalls require owners to stop driving the truck?
- No. Neither the 24V415000 nor the 22V140000 recall is marked do-not-drive or park-outside by NHTSA.