RAM Promaster Problems by Year
NHTSA has 651 owner complaints and 46 safety recalls on file for the RAM Promaster, across 13 model years (2014–2026). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (111). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
RAM Promaster years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Promaster year: 2021. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2021 Promaster: 111 complaints, 8 recalls
- 2023 Promaster: 92 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2014 Promaster: 71 complaints, 12 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2026 Promaster: 2 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2025 Promaster: 6 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2024 Promaster: 11 complaints, 6 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common RAM Promaster problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | 150 | 12 | 4 |
| Engine problems | 115 | 12 | 2 |
| Power Train problems | 108 | 10 | 6 |
| Steering | 81 | 12 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 61 | 11 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 47 | 11 | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 38 | 4 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 25 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 24 | 7 | 1 |
| Structure | 22 | 8 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 21 | 5 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 20 | 7 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 | 8 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 18 | 8 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 7 | 2 |
| Wheels | 16 | 6 | 0 |
| Suspension | 15 | 4 | 1 |
| Equipment | 14 | 6 | 0 |
| Tires | 11 | 6 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Seats | 9 | 5 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All RAM Promaster model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Promaster | 2 | 5 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2025 Promaster | 6 | 5 | — | Engine | |
| 2024 Promaster | 11 | 6 | — | Electrical System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2023 Promaster | 92 | 6 | — | Steering | More complaints than other years |
| 2022 Promaster | 67 | 9 | — | Steering | More complaints than other years |
| 2021 Promaster | 111 | 8 | — | Back Over Prevention | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2020 Promaster | 42 | 5 | — | Back Over Prevention | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2019 Promaster | 60 | 9 | — | Power Train | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2018 Promaster | 38 | 10 | — | Electrical System | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2017 Promaster | 57 | 10 | — | Electrical System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2016 Promaster | 33 | 14 | — | Engine | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2015 Promaster | 61 | 12 | — | Electrical System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2014 Promaster | 71 | 12 | — | Electrical System | More complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which RAM Promaster years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2021 (111) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Promaster year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the RAM Promaster?
Electrical System, with 150 complaints across 12 model years.
How many recalls does the RAM Promaster have?
46 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.