Ram 1500 Classic · Model year 2022 · No longer built
2022 Ram 1500 Classic specs, maintenance & manuals
Everything the manufacturer published about the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic in one place: the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 11 manufacturer publications, and towing ratings up to 10,610 lb.
- Max towing
- 10,610 lb
- Combined MPG
- 17–20
- Recalls
- 0
- Schedule covers
- 150k miles
What changed for the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic
The 2022 Ram 1500 Classic looks like a carryover from 2021 in the data we compare.
Compared automatically from the manufacturer's trim feature charts, specification sheets, towing guides and the EPA's fuel-economy data for 2021 and 2022. No trim equipment chart is on file for one of the two years, so equipment changes aren't listed. Equipment varies by trim and market; confirm details on a specific vehicle.
2022 Ram 1500 Classic fuel economy (EPA)
The EPA rates the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic at 17–20 MPG combined; the 3.6L 6-cylinder (RWD) is the most efficient and the 5.7L 8-cylinder (RWD) the thirstiest. Every EPA test configuration is below, from the government's fuel-economy database.
City, highway and combined figures are in MPG (MPGe on electricity).
| Version | Engine | Transmission · drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 Classic 2WD | 3.6L 6-cylinder | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 17MPG | 25MPG | 20MPG | $3,100 | 450 |
| 1500 Classic 2WD | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 15MPG | 21MPG | 17MPG | $4,200 | 519 |
| 1500 Classic 4WD | 3.6L 6-cylinder | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 16MPG | 23MPG | 19MPG | $3,300 | 475 |
| 1500 Classic 4WD | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 15MPG | 21MPG | 17MPG | $4,200 | 526 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. MPG is miles per gallon (MPGe for electric operation). Plug-in hybrids list gasoline-only MPG with the electric rating underneath. Annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year at the EPA's fuel-price assumptions, so yours will differ. Range is total driving range on a full tank or charge.
2022 Ram 1500 Classic wheels & tires
The spec sheet doesn't list tire sizes for this model year; here is what the owner's manual says.
- Cold tire pressure
- Not a single number: the owner's manual refers to the tire and loading placard (Tire and Loading Information Placard at the driver's side door opening), which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
- Spare
- Equipment decides: a compact spare, a non-matching full-size spare or a tire service kit with no spare; a non-matching or compact spare has no pressure sensor.
- Lug nut torque
- 130 ft-lb (176 N·m), M14 x 1.50 thread, 22 mm socket
- Pressure monitor
- A tire pressure monitoring system warns when a tire is low.
Sizes and pressures vary by trim, wheel package and load: check the placard on your vehicle and the tire sidewall. Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.
2022 Ram 1500 Classic maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first.
Additional Inspections
- Inspect the CV/Universal joints
- Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary
- Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary
- Adjust parking brake as necessary
Additional Maintenance
- Replace cabin air filter
- For severe dusty driving conditions, inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent depending on conditions
| Service | 20k2 yr | 30k3 yr | 40k4 yr | 50k5 yr | 60k6 yr | 70k7 yr | 80k8 yr | 90k9 yr | 100k10 yr | 110k11 yr | 120k12 yr | 130k13 yr | 140k14 yr | 150k15 yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV/Universal joints | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the front and rear axle surfacesIf gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. If using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Adjust parking brake as necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect transfer case fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace cabin air filter | ||||||||||||||
| For severe dusty driving conditions, inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent depending on conditions | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air cleaner filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugsThe spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the transfer case fluid, change for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing | ||||||||||||||
| Change the transfer case fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary | ||||||||||||||
At every oil change
- Change the oil and filter
- Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Inspect the battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
- Inspect the CV/Universal joints
- Inspect the automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick
- Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and parking brake
- Inspect the engine cooling system protection and hoses
- Inspect the exhaust system
- Inspect the engine air cleaner filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions, replace engine air cleaner filter if necessary
- Inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary, replacement may be more frequent if vehicle is operated in extreme dusty conditions
2022 Ram 1500 Classic fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| All engines | ||
| Fuel tank (approximate) | Regular Cab shortbed/Crew/Quad Cab models | 26 gal98 L |
| Regular Cab longbed/Crew/Quad Cab models (optional) | 32 gal121 L | |
| 3.6L engine | ||
| Engine oil with filter | 6 qt5.6 L | |
| Cooling system | 13.7 qt13 L | |
| 5.7L engine | ||
| Engine oil with filter | 7 qt6.6 L | |
| Cooling system | 18.3 qt17.3 L | |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| All engines | ||
| Engine coolant | 10 year/150,000 mile (240,000 km) OAT (Organic Additive Technology) antifreeze/coolant | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirements | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| 3.6L engine | ||
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-20 full synthetic; equivalent must carry the API Starburst mark. SAE 5W-30 meeting MS-6395 acceptable if 5W-20 is unavailable | Mopar SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil |
| Fuel selection | 87 octane (R+M)/2, 0-15% ethanol | — |
| 5.7L engine | ||
| Engine oil | SAE 0W-20 full synthetic; equivalent must carry the API Starburst markMS-6395 | Mopar SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil |
| Fuel selection | 89 octane recommended, 87 octane acceptable (R+M)/2, 0-15% ethanol | — |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission | ZF 8 & 9 speed ATF, or equivalent | Mopar ZF 8 & 9 Speed ATF |
| Transfer case | Mobil LT | — |
| Front axle | GL-5 synthetic axle lubricant SAE 75W-85 | Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 |
| Rear axle3.21 / 3.55 ratio | Synthetic gear lubricant SAE 75W-90; limited-slip axles need 5 oz (148 ml) limited-slip additive (MS-10111)MS-A0160 | Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-90 |
| Rear axle3.92 ratio | Synthetic gear lubricant SAE 75W-140; limited-slip axles need 5 oz (148 ml) limited-slip additive (MS-10111)MS-8985 | Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3 brake fluid | Mopar DOT 3 |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 15% (E15) |
| 5.7L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded (89 for optimum performance and fuel economy) | Up to 15% (E15) |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque |
|---|---|
| Lug nuts/boltsThread M14 x 1.5022 mm socket | 130 ft‑lb (176 N·m) |
- Cooling system capacities are listed per engine.
- Limited-slip rear axles need a friction-modifier additive added to the gear lubricant.
- Tank size depends on cab and bed configuration; the larger tank is optional on longbed trucks.
- Reformulated and TOP TIER detergent gasoline are recommended.
Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2022 Ram 1500 Classic recalls & safety
What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic: no recalls, 639 owner complaints and crash-test ratings. Fetched November 8, 2026.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ram 1500 Classic Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD | 21.9% risk | |||
| Ram 1500 Classic Crew Cab PU/CC 2WD | 19.8% risk | |||
| Ram 1500 Classic Quad Cab PU/EC 4WD | 21.9% risk | |||
| Ram 1500 Classic Quad Cab PU/EC 2WD | 19.8% risk | |||
| Ram 1500 Classic Regular Cab PU/RC 4WD | 21.9% risk | |||
| Ram 1500 Classic Regular Cab PU/RC 2WD | 19.8% risk |
Stars compare vehicles of similar weight; rollover shows the tested chance of a rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Recalls
Owner complaints by component
- Complaints
- 639
- Crashes
- 23
- Fires
- 6
- Injuries
- 9
- Engine254
- Electrical system202
- Power train109
- Unknown or other97
- Service brakes71
- Forward collision avoidance57
- Fuel/propulsion system55
- Steering41
Complaints are reports owners filed with NHTSA; they are not verified and a complaint can name more than one component. A high count reflects how many were sold as much as how often something fails.
Source: NHTSA public data (recalls, complaints and the New Car Assessment Program), covering Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 1500 Classic Crew Cab, Ram 1500 Classic Quad Cab, Ram 1500 Classic Regular Cab. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.
2022 Ram 1500 Classic owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2022 model year.
Owner's manuals
Quick guides
Uconnect & radio
Supplements
On Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
Great Lakes owner notes
The 2022 Ram 1500 Classic against salt, snow and steep grades
We read the 2022 1500 Classic owner data, service schedule and spec sheets with Michigan driving in mind: frozen starts, salted highways, cratered streets and hills. These are the figures worth acting on.
Oil for a frozen-driveway start
The fluids table calls for SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 (3.6L) and SAE 0W-20 (5.7L) at 6 qt (3.6L) and 7 qt (5.7L), with synthetic oil in the specification. Synthetic stock copes with both ends of this region's weather, from a subzero start in the Upper Peninsula to a loaded summer climb in the Smokies. Match the exact specification on the filler cap, not just the viscosity.
Battery checks before the cold
The schedule includes a battery inspection at each oil change, with the terminals cleaned and tightened as required. Do it before the first cold snap: corrosion at the terminals adds resistance exactly when a frozen engine needs the most current from the battery. A load test each fall is worth adding once the battery is a few winters old.
Antifreeze for both ends of the year
The system holds 13.7 qt (3.6L) and 18.3 qt (5.7L) of OAT coolant (10-year/150,000-mile formula). Stellantis manuals call for a 50/50 mix, good to about -34°F (-37°C), which is colder than a typical Great Lakes winter night; the real risk is dilution from top-ups with plain water. The same mix raises the boiling point for a loaded summer climb through the Tennessee mountains. A cheap tester checks the strength each fall.
Gravel hollow roads and the air filter
The schedule asks for more frequent air-filter attention in dusty conditions, beyond the normal replacement every 30,000 miles. Gravel roads up Appalachian hollows and coal-haul routes in West Virginia and eastern Kentucky qualify, so inspect the filter at each oil change if they are part of your week.
Octane from the owner data
The owner data specifies 87 octane, with 89 recommended. A higher grade than the manual asks for adds cost without benefit, while a lower one than required makes the engine pull back ignition timing, which shows most under load on a long Appalachian climb.
Data behind these notes: owner's manual capacities, the Mopar service schedule and factory spec sheets. Regional advice is general, written for drivers from Michigan to Tennessee.
2022 Ram 1500 Classic questions
How much oil does the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic take?
With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 6 qt / 5.6 L and 5.7L engine, 7 qt / 6.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic use?
3.6L engine: SAE 5W-20 full synthetic; equivalent must carry the API Starburst mark. SAE 5W-30 meeting MS-6395 acceptable if 5W-20 is unavailable (MS-6395); 5.7L engine: SAE 0W-20 full synthetic; equivalent must carry the API Starburst mark (MS-6395); and Engine oil filter: Mopar filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirements (SAE/USCAR-36).
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic?
At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the cv/universal joints; inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; adjust parking brake as necessary; replace cabin air filter; for severe dusty driving conditions, inspect and replace the evaporative system fresh air filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent depending on conditions. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
What MPG does the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic at 17–20 MPG combined, depending on the version. 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 17 city / 25 highway / 20 combined; 5.7L 8-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 15 city / 21 highway / 17 combined; 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, 4WD: 16 city / 23 highway / 19 combined; 5.7L 8-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, 4WD: 15 city / 21 highway / 17 combined. Ratings are the EPA's laboratory figures from fueleconomy.gov; real-world mileage varies with driving, load and weather.
Does the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic have recalls?
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic. NHTSA's data was last fetched November 8, 2026. Recalls are listed by model year, so a given vehicle may or may not be covered: enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer to see which are open.
What are the most common safety complaints about the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic?
Owners have filed 639 complaints about the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic with NHTSA. The components named most often are engine (254), electrical system (202), and power train (109). 23 complaints involved a crash and 6 complaints a fire. Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.
What is the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic's NHTSA crash-test rating?
NHTSA's overall 5-Star Safety Rating for the 2022 Ram 1500 Classic is 4 out of 5 stars (Ram 1500 Classic Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD: 4, Ram 1500 Classic Crew Cab PU/CC 2WD: 4, Ram 1500 Classic Quad Cab PU/EC 4WD: 4, and Ram 1500 Classic Quad Cab PU/EC 2WD: 4). The rating combines frontal, side and rollover tests.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle. This model is no longer sold new.