2021-2022 Ram 2500 Stability Control Recall (22V140)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 370,437 vehicles · Reported March 10, 2022
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 370,437 2021-2022 Dodge Durango; 2021-2022 Ram 2500; 2021-2022 Ram 3500 vehicles. 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." An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V140 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V140000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | Z20 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | March 10, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2021-2022 Dodge Durango; 2021-2022 Ram 2500; 2021-2022 Ram 3500 |
| Units affected | 370,437 |
| Component | Electronic Stability Control (Esc) |
| Safety risk | An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Ram 2500 in recall 22V140?
The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions.
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."
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 2500 with recall 22V140?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the electronic stability control.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V140?
Recall 22V140 covers 370,437 vehicles: 2021-2022 Dodge Durango; 2021-2022 Ram 2500; 2021-2022 Ram 3500.
NHTSA lists 370,437 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | Dodge | Durango |
| 2021-2022 | Ram | 2500 |
| 2021-2022 | Ram | 3500 |
What is the fix for the 2500 stability control recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge.
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.
When was recall 22V140 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 22V140 to NHTSA on March 10, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as March 29, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| March 10, 2022 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V140000. |
| March 29, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 55 months ago. If your 2500 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my 2500 is part of recall 22V140?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V140 is open on your 2500, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 22V140000 is open on your 2500, it will be listed there, along with Ram recall number Z20. You can also ask any Ram dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should 2500 owners do about recall 22V140?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V140000 applies to your 2500.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Ram dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any electronic stability control symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are 2500 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 799 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 19 of them about the driver assistance.
Since recall 22V140 was reported on March 10, 2022, owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about the driver assistance on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the driver assistance and were received on or after March 10, 2022, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related driver assistance issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 799 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 19 of them involve the driver assistance. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Dodge Durango: 202 complaints in total, 3 about the driver assistance
- 2022 Ram 3500: 189 complaints in total, 5 about the driver assistance
- 2022 Ram 2500: 181 complaints in total, 6 about the driver assistance
- 2021 Ram 2500: 108 complaints in total, 3 about the driver assistance
- 2021 Ram 3500: 62 complaints in total, 1 about the driver assistance
- 2022 Dodge Durango: 57 complaints in total, 1 about the driver assistance
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V140000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.
2021 Ram 2500 owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11507660, filed February 16, 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V140000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control), 22V835000 (Power Train), 22V904000 (Structure), and 23V060000 (Electrical System); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available.
2021 Ram 2500 owner, IL, NHTSA complaint 11517684, filed April 18, 2023
ABS and traction control is not working intermittently Blinkers are not working Windshield wipers are not working Cruise control is not working Gear electronic (+/-) is not working -Service electronic stability control light is on intermittently -Service trailer brake system light is on intermittently -When towing heavy load I see a leak under hood.
2021 Ram 2500 owner, NJ, NHTSA complaint 11546950, filed September 27, 2023
Can recall 22V140 make my 2500 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
When a driver assistance feature on the 2021-2022 Ram 2500 brakes for no reason or stops working, it affects both safety and value. Software fixes do not always hold, which is why repeat repair records matter.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V140
Did the recall 22V140 fix work?
Since recall 22V140 was reported on March 10, 2022, owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about the driver assistance on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed March 29, 2022.
Is the 22V140000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my 2500 is part of recall 22V140000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V140000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Dodge, Ram. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.