NHTSA service bulletin

NHTSA Service Bulletin 10229811: 2022 Ram 1500

Official manufacturer communication context for 2022 Ram 1500, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.

NHTSA service bulletin 10229811 summary graphic for 2022 Ram 1500
10229811NHTSA document ID
Over-the-air software updatecommunication type
4affected product rows
100/100quality score

Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.

Quick answer

Radio Over The Air R141.01.12, 139.01.53, 136.10.04 to R145.00.15 Software Version Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Firmware Over The Air (FOTA)update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update. The radio softwarewill be updated from R141.01.12, 139.01.53, 136.10.04 to R145.00.15.The national launch for the FOTA is expected to begin August 19, 2022. Customers may experience one or more of the following: Radio wireless connectivity Inoperative. Screen Lockup, Slow Response (rear view camera still operable). Caller cannot hear the driver and/or driver cannot hear the caller. Cannot switch stations after a call, lockup due to the phone remaining onthe call. Radio displays ?Code Error? or ?Lockup In Accessory Mode?. Display shows a black screen on start up (rear view camera still operable). SXM presets are lost for all profiles. SXM has no volume and stuck on channel. Radio does not allow BUS to go to sleep. Android auto not connecting on vehicle start up. When radio is in light theme mode and in audio Balance/Fade menu, it ishard to see the position icon. Black on black coloring. Black out on SXM after switching Profiles. During connecting phone radio does not handle audio source correctly whenmaking a phone call. Climate buttons out of place and move to settle in correct location. In the shortcuts menu pulled down from the status bar, the right side arrow is highlighted as if it canbe selected. Presets with "Hold to Save"" numbered above 9 have text cutoff. Profile edit not allowed while in movement for "Memory Seat". While switching between Driver Profiles, Phone Notification Volume popsup. Inconsistently Siri assistance. Compass does not work. Wireless device echo. Satellite antenna error message. Display flickers before SXM background displayed. Radio "home" screen background is theme 1 background when Theme 2, theme3 or theme 4 is selected. Mirr

What this bulletin may mean before buying

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Affected products listed in this communication

MakeModelModel yearsBuyer note
Ram15002022Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Ram25002022Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Ram35002022Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
Ram45002022Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Buyer checklist

  1. Run the 17-character VIN and confirm the year, make, model, engine and equipment match the listing.
  2. Check recall campaign pages for safety actions that may require dealer repair.
  3. Compare this bulletin with common problem pages for the same model and component area.
  4. Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
  5. Use the used-car buying checklist and get an independent inspection.

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA service bulletin 10229811?

Radio Over The Air R141.01.12, 139.01.53, 136.10.04 to R145.00.15 Software Version Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Firmware Over The Air (FOTA)update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update. The radio softwarewill be updated from R141.01.12, 139.01.53, 136.10.04 to R145.00.15.The national launch for the FOTA is.

Is a service bulletin the same as a recall?

No. A recall is a safety campaign with a required remedy for affected VINs. A service bulletin or manufacturer communication usually describes diagnostic, repair, software, warranty or service information.

How should a used-car buyer use this bulletin?

Use it as a research signal. Compare it with recalls, owner complaints, service records, a VIN report and an independent inspection before buying.

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