2019 RAM Promaster Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 18, 2026 · 60 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Promaster years
About as many complaints as other years 6th of 13 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 RAM Promaster. That ranks 6th out of 13 Promaster model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (24 complaints, 40%), typically at around 66,500 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes. There are 9 safety recalls covering this model year.

RAM Promaster
A 2014 Ram 1500 ProMaster Tradesman (standard roof) on the 118 in (3,000 mm) wheelbase. Built in Saltillo, Mexico, and with the petrol 3.6 litre Pentastar V6 en. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2019 RAM Promaster problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train24 · ~66,500 mi
Engine10 · ~5,540 mi
Unknown or Other9 · ~27 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling7 · ~68,000 mi
Electrical System5
Service Brakes5 · ~5,600 mi
Air Bags3 · ~3,500 mi
Back Over Prevention2
Equipment2
Steering2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train2440%66,500——
Engine1017%5,540——
Unknown or Other915%27——
Engine and Engine Cooling712%68,000——
Electrical System58%———
Service Brakes58%5,600——
Air Bags35%3,500——
Back Over Prevention23%———
Equipment23%———
Steering23%———
Tires23%20,000——
Visibility/wiper23%———
Parking Brake12%———
Seats12%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic12%———
Structure12%———
Vehicle Speed Control12%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 12 complaints
2019: 2201922020: 6202062021: 5202152022: 8202282023: 8202382024: 9202492025: 102025102026: 12202612

n = 60 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2019 RAM Promaster recalls (9)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Equipment adaptive/mobility:wheelchair restraints/securement:latch/anchor:Dec 17, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V876000 · 86 vehicles

Problem: Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.

Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assemblyOct 23, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V720000 · 300,691 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2026 Ram ProMaster vehicles. The electrical circuit for the radiator fan may overheat.

Risk: Electrical circuits that overheat increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the cooling fan module and fuse. In addition dealers will provide an addendum for the manual and label for the power distribution center. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 11, 2025. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 11, 2025. Additional owner notification letters were mailed in January, March, and June 2026. Remaining owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 67C, B3C, and C9C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.

Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraAug 26, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V552000 · 219,577 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ram ProMaster and 2019-2020 Dodge Journey vehicles. Cracks in the microprocessor may cause the vehicle's rearview camera image not to display properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility.

Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed beginning September 30, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated July 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 59C.

Power train:automatic transmission:internal:park pawlApr 27, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V301000 · 165,503 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ram ProMaster vehicles equipped with a 62TE transmission. The park pawl may not fully engage the park gear due to debris inside the transmission.

Risk: A partially engaged park pawl can result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace, as necessary, the transmission or components within the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 44A.

Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shiftOct 15, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V582000 · 20 vehicles

Problem: Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles (Prime-Time) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Paratransit vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. The transmission shifter cable may separate and disconnect from the transmission, causing the vehicle to not perform shifts intended by the driver and the gear shift lever position not matching the actual transmission gear.

Risk: The driver may be unaware of the actual gear position and unintended vehicle movement can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Prime-Time will notify owners instructing them to take their vehicles to Ram dealers for the necessary repairs, free of charge. Owners may contact Prime-Time customer service at 1-574-293-9191. Prime-Time's number for this recall is W00.

Seat belts:front:retractorMay 5, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V250000 · 5 vehicles

Problem: National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van Builders) is recalling certain vehicles based on 2019-2020 Ford Transit and 2019 Ram Promaster vans equipped with Freedman GO-ES foldaway seats. The seat belt retractor block out zone may have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt that may not properly secure the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: National Van Builders will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or National Van Builders customer service at 1-800-527-7477.

Seat belts:front:retractorApr 20, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V222000 · 205 vehicles

Problem: TransitWorks is recalling certain Driverge vehicles based on 2019-2020 Ford Transit vans equipped with Freedman Seating Company (FSC) PT Foldaway and GO-ES 3-point Foldaway seats. The seat belt retractor block out zone may have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt that may not properly secure the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: TransitWorks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2020. Dealers can contact Freedman Seating Company for parts and reimbursement information at 1-800-443-4540.

Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shiftJan 23, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V036000 · 222,207 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram ProMaster vehicles equipped 3.6L engines. The transmission shifter cable may separate and disconnect from the transmission, causing the vehicle to not perform shifts intended by the driver and the gear shift lever position not matching the actual transmission gear.

Risk: The driver may be unaware of the actual gear position and unintended vehicle movement can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission shift cable, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ram Trucks at 1-866-726-4636. Chrysler's number for this recall is W00.

SeatsApr 29, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V333000 · 544 vehicles

Problem: New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and 2014-2019 Ram Promaster 2500 and 3500 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Go-ES Foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Fix: New England has notified owners, directing them to contact Freedman for repairs to the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began May 27, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or New England at 1-800-886-9247.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

One of two brackets for attachment of the overhead entry and exit assist handles on the driver’s side broke of and the handle came undone as I was using it to assist with entry to the vehicle. I weigh about 150 lbs.

Unknown or Other · received Sep 18, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11765241

The contact owns a 2019 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal plastic burning odor coming from the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle, checked under the hood, and discovered that one of the relays was standing up crooked and was melted…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Sep 16, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11764821

The Future CDJR dealership in Concord, CA failed to remedy FCA safety recall ID 61A / NHTSA Campaign 23V-301 defect and instead introduced a new mechanical binding and shifting failure, creating a severe highway breakdown and rollaway risk. The initial recall repair service of replacing a part…

Power Train · received Sep 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11762535

My van is subject to NHTSA recall 25V-720 (manufacturer recall 67C): a cooling fan module susceptible to premature bearing wear combined with inadequate fuse protection on the 400W fan circuit, which the manufacturer states may lead to a engiine fire. I rent this vehicle out on Outdoorsy, my van is…

Engine · received Aug 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11755536

I own a 2019 Ram ProMaster. The vehicle previously received the manufacturer recall repair for the transmission park issue (software update). After the recall repair, the vehicle experienced a safety issue where it would roll freely while in “Park,” as if it were in neutral, even though the…

Power Train · received Apr 19, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11732183

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 RAM Promaster?

Owners most often report power train, engine, unknown or other problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 24 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2019 RAM Promaster?

Yes, 9 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2019 RAM Promaster a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Promaster model years, the 2019 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.