2021-2023 Ram 2500 Transmission Recall (22V835)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 250,079 vehicles · Reported November 10, 2022
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 250,079 2021-2023 Ram 2500; 2021-2022 Ram 3500 vehicles. A build-up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube. Leaking transmission fluid may contact an ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V835 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V835000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | ZA3 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | November 10, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2021-2023 Ram 2500; 2021-2022 Ram 3500 |
| Units affected | 250,079 |
| Component | Power Train > Automatic Transmission |
| Safety risk | Leaking transmission fluid may contact an ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2023 Ram 2500 in recall 22V835?
A build-up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.
FCA US, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 2500 and 2020-2022 Ram 3500 vehicles. A build-up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2023 2500 with recall 22V835?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Leaking transmission fluid may contact an ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Leaking transmission fluid may contact an ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
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 automatic transmission.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V835?
Recall 22V835 covers 250,079 vehicles: 2021-2023 Ram 2500; 2021-2022 Ram 3500.
NHTSA lists 250,079 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2023 | Ram | 2500 |
| 2021-2022 | Ram | 3500 |
What is the fix for the 2500 transmission recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the transmission dipstick and transmission vent assembly, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the transmission dipstick and transmission vent assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is ZA3.
When was recall 22V835 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 22V835 to NHTSA on November 10, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as December 29, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| November 10, 2022 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V835000. |
| December 29, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 47 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 22V835?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V835 is open on your 2500, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021-2023 2500 vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should 2500 owners do about recall 22V835?
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 22V835000 applies to your 2500.
- Call a Ram dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- 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 automatic transmission 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 recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are 2500 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 589 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 205 of them about the transmission.
Since recall 22V835 was reported on November 10, 2022, owners have filed 197 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 12 of them (6%) 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 transmission and were received on or after November 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 transmission issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 589 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 205 of them involve the transmission. 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.
- 2022 Ram 3500: 189 complaints in total, 113 about the transmission
- 2022 Ram 2500: 181 complaints in total, 50 about the transmission
- 2021 Ram 2500: 108 complaints in total, 25 about the transmission
- 2021 Ram 3500: 62 complaints in total, 11 about the transmission
- 2023 Ram 2500: 49 complaints in total, 6 about the transmission
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
Been driving over 2 months and zero issues. On a Thursday headed to store and transmission would not get out of first gear.made it to a shop 1.5 miles away and they said transmission was gone.
2021 Ram 2500 owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11668436, filed June 22, 2025
I am reporting a serious safety issue with my 2021 Ram 2500 (VIN: [XXX] ). The truck has experienced three separate transmission failures within a few months. Each time the transmission was replaced, the vehicle failed again shortly afterward.
2021 Ram 2500 owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11703074, filed December 4, 2025
The lifters failed at 64,000 miles they where replaced under warranty. but now the lifters are making noise again with 71,000 miles since replaced. it’s a bad design that could be fixed permanently with the right parts! No warning lights just failure.
2021 Ram 2500 owner, CO, NHTSA complaint 11708630, filed January 4, 2026
Can recall 22V835 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.
Recall 22V835000 does not automatically make your 2500 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
A transmission defect affects the core job of the 2021-2023 Ram 2500: moving reliably. Owners often see the same symptom return after a repair, and those repeat visits are the kind of history California's lemon law looks at.
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.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
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.
A typical pattern: an owner reports the transmission slipping, and the dealer can't verify it. Six months later, NHTSA issues a recall for the same problem. Because the recall confirms the defect, the mileage offset goes back to that first visit.
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 22V835
Did the recall 22V835 fix work?
Since recall 22V835 was reported on November 10, 2022, owners have filed 197 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 12 of them (6%) 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 December 29, 2022.
Is the 22V835000 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 22V835000?
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.
Will a transmission software update fix the problem for good?
Sometimes. Many owners report that shifting problems return after an update. If yours does, go back to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up.
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 22V835000 (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 Ram. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.