Feds Investigate Failing Transmissions In 188,000 Heavy-Duty Ram Trucks

U.S. regulators have opened an investigation into a reported transmission issue in certain heavy-duty Ram trucks that could be causing the vehicle to lose power. Authorities say they received 82 complaints from consumers. The issue relates to a snap ring within the 6-speed automatic transmission fitted in certain 2022 Ram 3500 pickups, 3500 cab chassis, and 4500/5500 cab chassis models, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration .

points out that some of these chassis cab vehicles are upfitted to become vehicles like ambulances, making this issue all the more alarming. Fixing a broken transmission is a big job. Ram's technical service bulletin details a 38-part repair process that involves removing and opening the transmission.

has opened a preliminary evaluation to determine the severity of the issue, and to assess its safety implications. Although no recall campaign has yet been launched, if one is required, it could affect an estimated 188,320 vehicles.

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