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2023 RAM Promaster

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2023 Ram ProMaster CV FWD

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  • Lane departure warningOptional
  • Forward collision warningStandard
  • Electronic stability controlStandard

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Recalls (5)

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLYCampaign 25V720000 · 23/10/2025

    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.

  • SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLYCampaign 24V129000 · 22/02/2024

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ram Promaster vehicles. The driver seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Risk: A malfunctioning seat belt warning system can result in improper seat belt use, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver seat belt buckle as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 02B.

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:Campaign 25V876000 · 17/12/2025

    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.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERACampaign 24V436000 · 13/06/2024Over-the-air fix

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:DOORCampaign 24V416000 · 06/06/2024

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Ram Promaster vehicles. The vehicles are missing a side door beam, and the tire placard contains incorrect seating capacity information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    Risk: A missing side door beam may not provide adequate occupant protection in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Incorrect seating capacity information can result in an improperly loaded vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will install a door beam and apply an overlay label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 1, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 53B.

Owner complaints

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Crashes reported
5
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths

Most-reported areas

  • STEERING34
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM23
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING14
  • ENGINE10
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE8
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER7
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM5
  • LANE DEPARTURE4
Read individual complaints (50 most recent)

These are unverified consumer reports filed with NHTSA, shown as submitted.

  • 12/31/2025· UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    Unsafe to operate Commercial use Financial harm Manufacturer unresponsive Safety issue Recall with no remedy Loss of use

  • 12/17/2025· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    The contact owns a 2023 Ram ProMaster 3500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact checked under the hood and saw that the cooling fan was making a whirring" sound. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the fan was revolving very slowly, and when the fan was touched, there was resistance while revolving. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact called a local dealer and the manufacturer and was advised that the parts for the recall repair were not available. The contact added that the dealer and the manufacturer advised not to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was 5,275.

  • 12/10/2025· STEERING

    Power steering failure and tech said it was corrosion of wire harness and not considered a mechanical failure. Water had entered the power steering rack and harness. Pump and rack need to be replaced as well. Driving on highway and power steering gave out without warning. Had to pull to the side of the road. Safety at risk.

  • 12/09/2025· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

  • 12/07/2024· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    Camping World, Freedom Roads LLC did not complete NHTSA Manufacturer Recall Number 66B NHTSA Recall Number 24V-436 prior to delivery on or about August 8th, 2024 and did not inform me of this recall. Unacceptable! I am scheduled to complete recall at a Ram dealership on 12/10/2024.

  • 12/03/2025· UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    The emergency call / SOS system in my van has never worked. I have taken it in multiple times over the last 3 years to have this repaired to no avail. This is an advertised safety feature of the vehicle and has never worked properly and the dealership has avoided permanently fixing the problem for over 2 years now. I believe the problem is caused by an electrical shortage from bad factory seams on the roof leaking into the Emergency call unit.

  • 10/31/2025· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.

  • 10/30/2025· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINEFire

    The contact owned a 2023 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact stated that the employee had reported that the front end of the vehicle had caught on fire immediately after parking the vehicle. The vehicle was unoccupied at the time of the incident. The fire was extinguished by the fire department, which reported that the fire originated from the front end of the vehicle. There was no injury sustained. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle had completely burned. The contact stated that the fire seemed to have originated near the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to the residence and was totaled. No police report was filed. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The manufacturer informed the contact that they were not liable for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

  • 10/29/2025· STEERING

    The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, while attempting to start the vehicle, the power steering and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact stated that the day prior, the contact was aware of some unusual steering issues; however, the power steering feature was operational. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with water intrusion in the wiring harness. The contact was informed that the two wiring harnesses needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

  • 10/15/2025· STEERING

    Intermitent loss of electronic power steering. Dealer Service Tech says it is water intrusion into the steering rack. Part needs replacement. Dash warning at time of failure only once. I have heard from other owners this is a common problem.

  • 10/04/2025· LANE DEPARTURE

    Blind Spot Alert Unavailable. Service Required. Randomly occurs with potential for accidents while changing lanes. Dealer confirmed event but was unable to resolve. Appears many Promasters since 2021 experience same problem.

  • 09/25/2025· STEERING

    Initial Diagnosis: We had the vehicle towed to a dealership for repair after losing steering while driving. The dealer's service department informed us that the issue was caused by water and corrosion in the electric power steering rack. They also indicated that this is a known issue, suggesting that the wiring harness seals are failing and allowing water to damage the system. Video the dealership sent us of the issue can be seen at [XXX] Repair Timeline: On July 30, 2025 I was informed that the replacement part for the steering rack was on backorder for approximately 45 days. After waiting 56 days, I contacted the dealer again on September 25. They informed me that they were unable to get the part. The dealer stated they could not locate the part even after contacting other dealerships, suggesting a widespread shortage. The reason given was a high volume of similar repairs. Requested Action: I am reporting this to the NHTSA because the sudden loss of steering is a severe safety defect. The widespread parts shortage suggests this is a common failure. The manufacturer needs to address this issue and provide a remedy to prevent accidents. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

  • 09/12/2025· FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

    My company issued 2023 Ram Promaster has an issue with the cab filling up with raw gas fumes during hot weather. They are very over bearing, make breathing difficult and of course they are flammable. I've taken it to the dealership 4 times now over the past year. The first 3 times they've said they can't replicate it and they don't smell anything. One dealership did try replacing the evap canister and fuel tank pressure sensor but this did not fix the issue. Eventually I determined the source of the fumes myself. They are back flowing from the leak detection pump filter and I even have this on video. The 4th time I took the van back, showed them the video and raised a fuss so they gave me a brand new 2025 to borrow while they try to fix my work van. Well sure enough I have caught the 2025 loaner doing the same thing and I also have it on video and have a witness. This leads to me to believe this is a factory design flaw with the Ram Promaster vans. They are supposedly submitting this to their engineering department but I do not want this getting swept under the rug. If you look up emissions recall UB4 it appears they have had this issue for years but never truly fixed it. The manufacturer is getting away with putting dangerous vehicles on the road and not properly resolving the issue.

  • 09/10/2025· STEERING

    The contact owns a 2023 Ram ProMaster 1500 used as a company vehicle. The contact stated that on various occasions, employees reported that while driving at various speeds, the power steering remained intermittently disabled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the failure was not duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

  • 09/04/2024· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

    From purchase the UConnect system has faulted out and have effected items like Navigation, etc but wasn't a real problem. On 7/18 I had my dealer perform recall # 66B/NHTSA 24V-436 On 7/20 the UConnect system began faulting out but this time it started Disabling the Automatic Emergency Braking while driving, Disabled the parking brake when it was set, Indicated that various lights were not working when they were. The dealership worked on it extensively with the Corp service system reflashing the system, etc and it worked Ok for about 100 miles when the above problems have all started again. I have reviewed several social media sites and notice the UConeect system is very problematic. I am concerned most about the UConnect system turning off what I consider very important safety functions and while this seems to be a long ongoing problem RAM CORP SERVICE doesn't seem to be able to correct it The local Dealership has been great to work with but can only do what CORP tells them to do

  • 08/28/2025· ENGINE

    The oil pan for the van was damaged due to debris picked up on the road resulting in a hole, which in turn drained the engine oil and jammed the engine preventing from operation. The lack of protection to the oil pan which is exposed, caused the debris to damage the oil pan. Ford Transit vans have a protection under the oil pan which prevents such incidents to occur. The vehicle was repaired for $10,172 by budget as this was a rental van. Attached are the documents pertaining to this repair. Installing some sort of protection beneath the oil pan would have saved several thousands of dollars. This is the third occurance in our fleet and other two VINs have been reported already to NHTSA.

  • 08/27/2026· STEERING

    The contact owns a 2023 Ram ProMaster 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the power steering suddenly failed, causing the steering wheel to jerk unexpectedly and pull out of the contact's grip. No warning lights illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure; however, the vehicle was not taken to the dealer, diagnosed, or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

  • 08/25/2026· STEERING

    While at the dealership service center, the "service electronic power steering" warning light illuminated on the dash and when driven the steering wheel began snapping back, making driving very difficult. The garage informed us that the van is considered unsafe/undriveable until fixed due to the high risk of causing an accident. Upon inspection by the service center, they stated that the steering pump was filled with water from an unknown source and that the harnesses were completely corroded. The wiring/connectors were also completely corroded and appeared to be causing the issues with steering.

  • 08/21/2026· FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

    The collision warning system fails to work around 90% of the time. This has been reported to the dealer with no resolution. This is a known problem issue on all Promaster vans and Stellantis refuses to fix the software.

  • 08/19/2026· STEERING

    The Electronic Power Steering (and EPS Module) failed, making it incredibly hard to steer especially at low speeds. Dealer confirmed that the power steering rack has failed. All power steering features and lights came on, rendering the vehicle inoperable while driving doen the road. This is a serious safety concern.

  • 08/19/2026· STEERING

    Vehicle wheel would suddenly jerk when driving. Video of steering wheel doing this was taken while parked. The suddenness of this created immediate dangers to the driver and any around due to the unpredictability of the steering. Vehicle was brought to a dealer/service center where they diagnosed a corroded wire harness that required the entire steering rack to be replaced. There were no warnings or dash lights on. Vehicle is still at the service center four weeks later because the wire harness is unavailable and the vehicle cannot be safely driven.

  • 08/18/2024· EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    I finally found a place to report issues with my 2023 Ram ProMaster 3500. I have experienced different issues with this vehicle. The turn indicator failure first started around 8000 miles. The door ajar light for the sliding door started around 35000 miles. What I believe is the traction control, has been an ongoing issue unsure of when it started, but is the most common issue. 1) Multiple times, the left turn signal randomly fails, the bulb indicator light turns on. The front left and mirror signal don't work. While the rear one does. Then out of nowhere, it starts to work again. Has happened multiple times. 2) multiple times right side sliding door sensor fails. Can be up to 2 hours after driving, the door ajar symbol comes on. Making the user interface unusable. Stop the van, open and close the door, it clears it. Then shortly later, the door ajar indicator comes on. And with the door ajar light illuminated, it does not allow the doors to be locked. 3) the traction control (i believe), on one side or the other, will grab, making a grinding noise, slow the vehicle down slightly and pull it slightly in that direction. It happens on any surface type, dry, wet, or icy. And happens at highway speeds, 50-80 mph. I've notice it happen a quite a few times when passing another vehicle. Which ever side the vehicle is on that you are passing, that side will grind (activate)

  • 08/17/2026· STEERING

    Power steering electrical connector(s) completely corroded from moisture intrusion, while driving ps shut down and warning light flashed. Had to suddenly correct in a corner without ps, almost had an accident. It is available for inspection, as I cannot afford to fix this yet. Dealer inspected problem, ps rack and harness need replacement at a cost of appr. CAD $4000-5000. Have not contacted manufacturer yet, but will now. Vehicle warranty just expired and has only 26 k km on it.

  • 08/13/2026· STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE

    Sometimes while driving I experienced my powered steering cut out while taking a ramp on/off of the highway, and sometimes when i was trying to park and back up into a parking space while steering at the same time. When the power steering cut out I got lights for "Service Power Steering", "Service ESC", and "Service Hill Assist" all at the same time, and once i got a power steering light. I looked up the issue and found that there is an active preliminary investigation going on for the same issue on the same vehicle, the investigation coded PE26002. Once I handed the vehicle over to the dealer, they found that the power steering had an open circuit on the steering gear. Once they took the connector off they found that the connector was corroded and the wires were burned on the steering gear and main harness side. I had to have them replace both the steering rack, and the main harness.

  • 08/11/2025· UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

    Followup of Case # 11612576 filed 10/04/24. The issue of our UConnect system faulting out has never been resolved after much troubleshooting by the dealership. The system continues to fault out which disables the Automatic Emergency Braking system and the Emergency SOS systems also. This system faults out continually while driving. The safety features are disabled more than enabled according to the indicator lights on the display. My concern is that it disables the safety feature but question if it can also activate the braking when it shouldn't which could cause very erratic and unsafe event.

  • 08/07/2026· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT

    Factory-installed Onan generator repeatedly throws fault codes causing complete air conditioning system shutdown. Defect present since early ownership. Three failed repair attempts at authorized Thor Motor Coach dealer La Mesa RV. Generator has never reliably held a load. Creates dangerous condition in extreme heat. Thor Motor Coach has refused to honor warranty.

  • 08/02/2026· STEERING

    As I was driving, the steering wheel just jerk and the anti-slide feature came on and swerved me into another lane without me wanting to do so

  • 07/31/2025· SERVICE BRAKES,LANE DEPARTURE

    What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The vehicle’s Collision Avoidance / Automatic Emergency Braking engaged on highway. The van is available for inspection at anytime.  How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Yes  Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? The dealership was unable to duplicate issue on a test drive, but an independent service center (Safelite Auto Glass) detected a fault code (C14A5-92) related to Lane Departure and Automatic Emergency Braking.  Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Not at this time  Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? The “Collision Avoidance OFF” and “ESC” lights illuminated when the Automatic Emergency Braking engaged while vehicle slid into an adjoining lane on the interstate.

  • 07/27/2026· STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    Due to the loss of power steering the tech at Rainier Dodge of Olympia performed electrical testing per diagnostic chart and found water intrusion into steering harness that has corroded wiring from the body harness into electric steering gear motor/module unit. The electric power steering gear assembly and harnesses must be replaced. The vehicle recieved a fault code U0140 stating loss of communication with body control module.

  • 07/24/2026· STEERING

    Power steering failure. Power steering comes and goes while driving creating a crash risk. Yes, the problem has been confirmed by dealer Only inspection by dealership No warning lamps or messages.

  • 07/21/2026· FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

    Fuel Tank leaking at inlet port. Leaking gasoline on ground. Vehicle is at Sunset Dodge for fuel tank replacement. Not under warranty or a recall at this time. Fuel started leaking with no warning

  • 07/21/2026· FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

    Fuel tank leaking large amounts of fuel at tank Inlet. Can not use vehicle. Picture included I do have a video. Vehicle is at Sunset Dodge for tank replacement. Tanks are on back order 7/7/2026

  • 07/21/2026· FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

    Fuel tank leaking at inlet port, dripping gasoline on the driveway and making vehicle not drivable due to the risk of fire. Independent service center replaced fuel tank to fix issue. No warnings 6/25/2026

  • 07/21/2026· FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

    Fuel tank leaking on the ground. Tank leaking at inlet connection Vehicle at Sunset Dodge for tank replacement, waiting on back ordered fuel tank no warning tank started leaking 7/10/2026

  • 07/20/2026· STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the message “Power Steering Service” was displayed with a high-pitched whining sound coming from underneath the hood and the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the steering gear EPS module and jumper harness needed to be replaced, and the vehicle needed an alignment. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched online and associated the failure with NHTSA Action Number: PE26002 (Steering, Electrical System). The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.

  • 07/19/2026· STEERING

    Steering Rack and Pinion failure due to corroded electrical connection plug. This occurred in april, 2025, when the van had less than 15,000 miles on it. Took the van to Blue Ridge Chrysler Dodge dealership in Abingdon Va .for Warranty repair. Plug was taken off another vehicle to put on mine aaaand dielectric grease added to hopefully keep the replacement plug from corroding too. Location of plug makes it susceptible to water infiltration, a definite design flaw that is likely to cause trouble again in the future.

  • 07/18/2026· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    At 40,000 miles the Service Power Steering light came on solid red with "!". Hill Kelly Ram Dealership in Pensacola done a diagnostic test and stated Steering gear/EPS Module and jumper harness needs replaced with an alignment. There is an investigation going on or has been with this same issue. My original warranty says it is not covered, my extended warranty with ProGuard is not helping to fix the issue as well. I am retired single female on Social Security and just purchased this vehicle from Auto Basics on [XXX] XXX. My van needs to be fixed and I do not have over $1,233.00 out of pocket for Labor cost. This is my only vehicle and I want it fixed free of charge due to this being a well known safety issue with Ram Manufacturer. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

  • 07/17/2026· STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    While driving, a “Service ESC” warning message appeared and the vehicle suddenly lost power steering assist, causing the steering to become extremely difficult and creating a serious safety risk while the vehicle was in motion. The vehicle was taken to a service center, where technicians found multiple loss-of-communication codes involving the electronic power steering system. Further inspection found the main electronic power steering connector full of water and corroded. The technician documented that water intrusion caused excessive damage to the electronic power steering terminals at the rack-and-pinion assembly. The water intrusion appears consistent with a failure or inadequacy of the sealing intended to protect the electronic power steering connection from moisture. Due to the extent of the corrosion and damage, the affected wiring harnesses and rack-and-pinion assembly had to be replaced, followed by a wheel alignment. This failure resulted in a sudden loss of power steering assist while the vehicle was being driven.

  • 07/14/2026· ENGINE

    While operating a 2023 Ram ProMaster 2500 (3.6L V6) for normal commercial use at approximately 39,129 miles, the coolant began bubbling and engine temperature spiked suddenly while driving. The vehicle was immediately parked and towed to an authorized Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram dealership as it was completely undrivable. This created a serious safety risk as the vehicle lost drivability suddenly on public roads during active commercial operation. Upon teardown the authorized dealer documented: coolant leaking into cylinders 3 and 4, coolant coming out of exhaust, stretched engine bolts, warped block and head, and internal coolant leak causing overheat. No external leaks from the cooling system were found. The internal component failures caused the overheating not the reverse. The vehicle was still within its active powertrain warranty at time of failure. Stellantis denied the warranty claim under TSB D-23-20 claiming an undetermined overheat caused the engine failure directly contradicting their own dealer's findings which show zero external cause. I have paid $9,000 out of pocket for repairs that should be covered under active powertrain warranty on a 3-year-old vehicle under 40,000 miles. I am requesting NHTSA investigate this failure pattern in the 3.6L V6 Ram ProMaster 2500 as other commercial operators may face the same sudden dangerous failure.

  • 07/11/2025· ENGINE

    The vehicle was rented for delivery services and the oil panel underneath was damaged on the road and as a result a big hole where the metal was broken off. This has caused all the oil to drain and in turn the engine was jammed. There was no indication to the driver until the engine lights came on after the engine stoped and couldn't be driven. The oil pan material has been so fragile nor there were any protection below the pan to prevent any debris picked on the road. The vehichle was inspected by Budget and a Repair Shop and have determined the cause of engine failure is due to the Oil Panel.

  • 07/05/2026· STEERING

    I started having issues with the power steering. It started when I was leaving work about a month ago. Pulling out of the parking lot,it starting pulling to the left, when I was turning right. I got home and started looking for the power steering fluid tank, and couldnt find it. It was fine for a few days after that. Then I was making a right hand turn, it felt like it starting resisting the turn and tried to straighten out halfway through the turn. Another time, I was going around a left hand curve, maybe 45 mph, it fought back and pulled to the right. I have had a couple other issues, along the same lines over the last month between 5 and 45 mph. I was looking up information on the power steering, finally found it in the owners manual, that I have electric power steering.

  • 06/24/2026· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    2023 RAM ProMaster VIN [XXX]. NHTSA Recall 25V-720 / FCA 67C Cooling Fan Fire Risk. Dealer : Landmark Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT Of ATLANTA .. ( 5745 Peachtree Blvd Chamblee GA - 30341 confirmed BCM failed due to recall. THINKCAR 05/25/2026: "B1081-86 ECM Fire Protection Strategy Failure - Active". FCA refused free recall repair, demanded customer pay. Vehicle at dealer since 05/21/2026, 30+ days, no loaner. I paid $571.73 battery on 06/03/2026 and dropped at dealer. FCA violating 49 U.S.C. 30120. Request NHTSA force FCA to repair BCM free, reimburse $1001.73, provide loaner. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

  • 06/17/2026· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGFire

    The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was a humming sound coming from the vehicle, and the contact became aware that smoke was coming from the engine compartment. Shortly afterwards, the battery was disconnected, the fan was running, and the vehicle was engulfed in flames. The contact stated that the headlights, hood, windshield, and grill were damaged by the fire. There was no one in the vehicle at the time of the fire, and there were no injuries sustained. The contact stated the local fire department was contacted. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact associated the failure with the recall. The failure mileage on the vehicle was approximately 143,000.

  • 06/15/2026· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    Manufacturer has not timely completed the following recall in a manner that promotes safety or the urgency to protect lives. My particular vehicle is a class B recreational vehicle that cannot be used since this recall. I request NHTSA exert its authority to compel the manufacturer to expedite immediate recall safety repairs.

  • 06/15/2026· STEERING,ENGINE

    The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power steering assist with several unknown warning lights, and the check engine and parking assist warning lights were illuminated. The contact was forced to restart the vehicle to resume normal operation. The vehicle was initially taken to the dealer where the wiring harness was replaced; however, the failure returned soon after the repair. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where several parts including the steering sensor and steering column were replaced; however, the failure returned weeks later after the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired and remained with the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000.

  • 06/11/2026· POWER TRAIN

    While driving the dash screen show a caution with a note that vehicle is in "Limp Mode" as I was on a freeway this became a huge problem putting my life at risk and for others moving at the speed of traffic then suddenly having to decelerate in order to move around me. This problem has been reported to the dealership and confirmed that this is a common issue, there was no warning ahead of time.

  • 06/10/2025· STEERING,POWER TRAIN,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

    while turning a corner the power steering module shorted out the power steering rack gear assembly causing the vehicle to have control of the steering and unable to turn the wheel almost colliding with other vehicles. the power steering module light comes on along with the hill start assist, the forward collision warning, the ESM lights all come on. The steering wheel does not turn and had to tow to the dealership , the dealership informs me that there are two others in the shop for the exact same issue. The power steering module wiring harness gets moisture on the connections and causes the power steering rack gear to short out . this could lead to horrible accidents if the driver of the vehicle can not turn and control the vehicle

  • 06/07/2026· STEERING

    Power steering harness has leak. Wiring is faulty

  • 06/06/2026· STEERING

    Loss of power steering while driving vehicle at different speeds ( when starting from a stopped position, also at speeds from 20 to 40 mph ) when trying to turn vehicle. Steering wheel pulses and shakes and is extremely hard to turn.

  • 06/05/2026· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure while in traffic, with the engine overheating. The failure mileage was approximately 24,600.