Is the 2022 RAM 4500 safe to drive?

The 2022 RAM 4500 has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 21V798000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:RELAYS/SOLENOIDS

What Happened

The relay in your Ram truck is like a small switch that helps control the engine's air intake. In some 2021-2022 models with Cummins engines, this relay could malfunction and cause an electrical short.

Risk if Unfixed

If this happens, your vehicle could catch fire - even when the engine is turned off. This could lead to serious injury or property damage.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your dealer will inspect the relay and replace it if necessary, and add protective insulation to prevent future issues. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #21V798000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 21V798000

What This Recall Means

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:RELAYS/SOLENOIDS

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?