2018 RAM Promaster Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 RAM Promaster.

20172019
Complaints
51
Crashes
5
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
10

Worst 2018 RAM Promaster Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#110 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:49,788 mi
#28 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:150 mi
#35 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:18,333 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 RAM Promaster.

Engine Problems
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
49,788
Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
150
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
18,333
Wipers & Visibility
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Fluid/Lubricant
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Axle Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2018 RAM Promaster

10 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~641,378 vehicles.

25V720000Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:radiator Assembly
~300,691 affected

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

20V582000Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift
~20 affected

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.

20V036000Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift
~222,207 affected

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.

19V818000Equipment:appliance:air Conditioner · Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:fan
~99,128 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ram ProMaster vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel or 3.6L gasoline engines and air conditioning (A/C). The engine cooling fan may seize which can cause the cooling fan motor to overheat.

19V428000Other Equipment
~325 affected

Unicell Body Company Inc. (Unicell) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savanna, 2018-2019 Hino 155, Ford Econoline and Transit and Isuzu NPR, and 2018 Ram ProMaster-based vehicles equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. The affected monitors may revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.

19V333000Seats
~544 affected

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.

19V313000Seats
~2,080 affected

Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. 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.

19V332000Seats
~90 affected

Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles (Prime-Time) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ram ProMaster and Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats. When the seat back 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.

18V524000Electrical System:wiring:front Underhood
~12,779 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

17V712000Air Bags:side/window
~3,514 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Ram ProMaster vehicles. An incorrect rivet may have been used to attach the front door impact sensor which can cause the sensor housing to fracture.

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2018 RAM Promaster — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2018 RAM Promaster reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2018 RAM Promaster has 51 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 10 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 10 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2018 RAM Promaster?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (10 complaints, avg 49,788 mi); Electrical Faults (8 complaints, avg 150 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (5 complaints, avg 18,333 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 RAM Promaster?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 25,685 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2018 RAM Promaster?
NHTSA complaints for the 2018 RAM Promaster include 5 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2018 RAM Promaster have any recalls?
Yes — 10 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 641,378 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2018 RAM Promaster?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full RAM Promaster reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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