2021 RAM Promaster Problems

High Complaint Volume

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2021 RAM Promaster.

20202022
Complaints
130
Crashes
2
Fires
4
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
8

Worst 2021 RAM Promaster Problems

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

#117 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:10,589 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#214 complaints

Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection

Avg mileage:300 mi
#312 complaints

Backup Camera

Avg mileage:41,030 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 RAM Promaster.

Electrical Faults
17
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
10,589
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
300
Backup Camera
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
41,030
Transmission / Drivetrain
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
55,000
Seat Belt Issues
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
2,091
Wheel Issues
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
72,000
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer:Lpg Systems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2021 RAM Promaster

8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~708,872 vehicles.

25V876000Equipment Adaptive/mobility:wheelchair Restraints/securement:latch/anchor:
~86 affected

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.

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.

25V552000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~219,577 affected

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.

24V416000Structure:body:door · Seats:mid/rear Assembly · Equipment:other:labels
~266 affected

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."

24V290000Electronic Stability Control
~2 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram Promaster vehicles. An insecure ground connection may cause the electronic stability control (ESC) to be inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

24V197000Exterior Lighting · Electrical System:wiring
~12,375 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram ProMaster vehicles. The wiring harness may have a poor connection, which can cause the left taillight and left turn signal to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

23V301000Power Train:automatic Transmission:internal:park Pawl
~165,503 affected

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.

21V699000Seat Belts:rear/other:retractor · Seat Belts:front:retractor · Seat Belts
~10,372 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram ProMaster City and Ram ProMaster vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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2021 RAM Promaster — FAQ

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

Is the 2021 RAM Promaster reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2021 RAM Promaster has 130 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 8 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 17 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2021 RAM Promaster?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (17 complaints, avg 10,589 mi); Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection (14 complaints, avg 300 mi); Backup Camera (12 complaints, avg 41,030 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 2021 RAM Promaster?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 22,985 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2021 RAM Promaster?
NHTSA complaints for the 2021 RAM Promaster include 2 crash-related reports, 4 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 2021 RAM Promaster have any recalls?
Yes — 8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 708,872 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 2021 RAM Promaster?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (electrical faults) and verify open recalls have been addressed.

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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