2022 Ram 2500: Electrical System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 61 owner complaints for the 2022 Ram 2500 that list the electrical system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11750317 (filed 07/14/2026): “The contact owns a 2022 ram 2500. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle intermittently went into limp mode and failed to accelerate as needed. the contact pulled over and turned off the vehicle. the failure failed to be self-corrected after the vehicle was restar…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11747220 (filed 06/29/2026): “The contact owns a 2022 ram 2500. the contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the messages “auto park disabled”, “service electronic stability control”, and “trailer brake system” were displayed. additionally, while hauling a camper, the message “trailer brakes disabled” was displayed, and …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11739071 (filed 05/20/2026): “The contact owns a 2022 ram 2500. the contact stated that the trailer wiring pigtail produced only 9 to 10 volts to the trailer lights and brake system. even when the brake pedal was depressed, the voltage output was insufficient. while towing a trailer, the trailer brakes failed to operate adequate…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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