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2022 Ram 1500 Crew Cab Trx
Common Problems

Ranked from 260 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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Safety
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High severity
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Medium
1 problem on this vehicle involve a crash, fire, or injury risk. If you are experiencing one, stop driving and have it inspected.

13 Common Problems

Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.

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  1. 1

    Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure

    83complaints
    High severityEngine

    The engine unexpectedly shuts off at idle, especially during acceleration or turning, leading to loss of power and potential accidents.

    $150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs labor
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  2. 2

    Engine Stall During Operation

    65complaints
    High severityEngine

    The engine randomly stalls while driving, causing the vehicle to stop unexpectedly.

    $150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  3. 3

    Electrical System Issues Leading to Multiple Warning Lights

    63complaints
    Safety riskElectrical

    Multiple warning lights, including ABS, four-wheel drive, and towing, fail to function properly, indicating underlying electrical issues.

    $100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs labor
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  4. 4

    Steering Wheel Lockup During Driving

    60complaints
    High severitySteering

    The steering wheel locks up, preventing the driver from controlling the vehicle, posing a safety risk.

    $200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs labor
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  5. 5

    Battery Voltage Issues

    55complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The battery voltage drops, causing the engine to stall and the vehicle to enter a limp mode, often requiring a restart to clear the issue.

  6. 6

    Fuel System Recall Issue Not Addressed Timely

    55complaints
    High severityFuel system

    The vehicle is affected by a fuel system recall but the necessary parts are not available, leading to delays in repair.

  7. 7

    Automatic Transmission Malfunction

    36complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The automatic transmission malfunctions, causing the vehicle to shift into park and apply the emergency brake without warning.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  8. 8

    Engine Stall During Acceleration

    25complaints
    High severityEngine

    The engine stalls during attempts to accelerate from a stop, often accompanied by a warning light.

    $150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  9. 9

    Electrical System Failure Leading to Multiple Components Inoperable

    6complaints
    High severityElectrical

    Multiple electrical components such as the infotainment screen, backup camera, horn, and power windows fail simultaneously without warning.

  10. 10

    Suspension Breakage During Towing

    5complaints
    High severitySuspension

    The suspension breaks during towing, causing the tire and wheel to come under the truck and the brake system to fail.

    $150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  11. 11

    Service Brakes Malfunctioning During Low-Speed Driving

    3complaints
    Medium severityBrakes

    The service brakes fail to operate properly at low speeds, causing the emergency parking brake to engage unexpectedly.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs labor
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  12. 12

    Battery Fault Warning During Engine Shutdown

    2complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The battery fault warning light illuminates when the engine unexpectedly shuts off, indicating potential electrical issues.

    $150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  13. 13

    Transmission Failure Causing Stalls and Loss of Power

    2complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The transmission fails, causing the vehicle to stall and lose power, especially at low speeds.

    $2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs labor
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Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.