Car Defect Radar
Built from NHTSA complaints and recalls collected for this model, generated September 22, 2026. Totals reflect what has been collected, not every complaint ever filed.

Recalls

0 total

Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.

No recalls on record for this model

No safety recalls were found in this dataset. It is still worth entering the exact VIN on NHTSA before purchase, since recalls can be added at any time.

Owner complaints by system

109 total

Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.

Engine & powertrain

Worth reading
28

Most reports here involve fluid leaks.

fluid leaks 5transmission slipping 5
A recent report: The fuel tank is leaking where the fuel tube goes into the tank. The seal starts to leak and they do not make a replacement seal, you have to replace the entire fuel tank. This is the 2nd Promaster…
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The fuel tank is leaking where the fuel tube goes into the tank. The seal starts to leak and they do not make a replacement seal, you have to replace the entire fuel tank. This is the 2nd Promaster van that I have had and the 2nd time this has happened. This is dangerous to have fuel leaking from the front of the vehicle. This is a poor design, it’s a very common problem with these vehicles that still hasn’t been addressed. It’s also an expensive problem because the tank costs 1300 without labor, and you just can’t buy the gasket itself you have to buy the whole tank.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11762540 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Electrical & infotainment

Worth reading
40

Most reports here involve software faults.

software faults 27electrical shorts 1
A recent report: The contact owns a 2021 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet…
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The contact owns a 2021 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. 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 the rearview camera displayed a distorted image. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11746715 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Brakes

Worth reading
10

Most reports here involve software faults. Of these, 1 mention a crash.

software faults 4loss of braking 2
A recent report: 21st century auto group in Springfield, NJ 908-883-3988 305 US Highway 22, Springfield, NJ 07081 sold me a non compliant vehicle where the esc system didn’t work violating Fmvss 126 when I tried to…
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21st century auto group in Springfield, NJ 908-883-3988 305 US Highway 22, Springfield, NJ 07081 sold me a non compliant vehicle where the esc system didn’t work violating Fmvss 126 when I tried to return the non compliant vehicle they wouldn’t give me money back.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11698398 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Steering, suspension & tires

Minor
12

Most reports here involve loss of steering.

loss of steering 2
A recent report: The vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of steering control during normal driving on a public roadway. The steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn, and the vehicle became…
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The vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of steering control during normal driving on a public roadway. The steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn, and the vehicle became immobilized, creating a serious risk of collision and injury. The vehicle was towed to an authorized RAM dealership, where inspection confirmed a broken serpentine belt, abnormal alternator noise, and metal contamination throughout the entire power steering system. The dealer advised that the entire power steering system requires replacement. The presence of metal debris in a critical steering system indicates a pre-existing mechanical defect that could not reasonably develop within 27 days of normal use. No warning lights or messages appeared prior to the failure. At the time of sale, the vehicle was also subject to unresolved safety recall(s). The selling dealer refuses to rescind the sale or provide a refund.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11709170 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Airbags & seat belts

Minor
5

Most reports here involve premature wear.

premature wear 1
A recent report: The contact owns a 2021 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact stated that the driver’s and passenger’s side seat belts' webbing was frayed. The contact had not experienced a failure with the seat belts…
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The contact owns a 2021 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact stated that the driver’s and passenger’s side seat belts' webbing was frayed. The contact had not experienced a failure with the seat belts; however, due to the safety concerns, the vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the seat belts were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that there was no recall associated with the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11693321 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Structure & body

Minor
3

Most reports here involve electrical shorts.

electrical shorts 1
A recent report: Sir/ma'am GM. The issue with the PROMASTER is water getting into the engine bay. It appears that gaps appear in between the windshield and the cowling. Researched multiple social media posts and this…
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Sir/ma'am GM. The issue with the PROMASTER is water getting into the engine bay. It appears that gaps appear in between the windshield and the cowling. Researched multiple social media posts and this is a growing issue with the PROMASTER. Water flows through the center of the cowling and accumulates on the engine and other electrical components within the engine bay. This creates a safety hazard while not while driving but also while parked.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11558193 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Other systems

Minor
11

Most reports here involve loss of steering.

loss of steering 1sudden stalling 1
A recent report: The contact owns a 2021 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer…
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The contact owns a 2021 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer declined to complete the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11757496 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Is 109 complaints a lot? They were filed between 2021 and 2026, roughly 20 a year, which is more than the typical model in this dataset. We do not have sales figures for this model, so treat this as a rough volume, not a rate per car on the road. Popular, high-volume models naturally collect more complaints over time.