2017 Ram Promaster City: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Ram Promaster City: 3 recalls, 19 owner complaints and up to 24 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V953000 · 2016 · 1 vehicles
What's wrong: This vehicle has side curtain air bags that May not inflate properly in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: If the side curtain air bags do not inflate properly, the vehicle occupants are at an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler has notified the owner, and a dealer inspected the side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2017.
Equipment Vehicle recall #17V601000 · 2017 · 11,288 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles have incorrect information on the tire placard including incorrect vehicle capacity weight, total number of occupants, tire pressure and/or "none" designation for the spare tire size when a full size spare tire is present. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: The incorrect tire placard can cause the operator to exceed the vehicle's weight capacity, or inflate the tires to an incorrect pressure, affecting vehicle handling, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect tire placard with a corrected one, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2017.
Equipment Vehicle recall #17V824000 · 2017 · 61,791 vehicles
What's wrong: A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers May become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle May detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the…
Why it matters: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (8): the most common themes are excess oil use (5), warning light on (3), noise or vibration (2).
- Other / unknown (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Visibility/Wiper (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2017 Ram Promaster City has 19 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 8 Promaster City model years for complaints (1.5× the average Promaster City year). Complaints peaked in 2018 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 15,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (25 complaints, 3 recalls), 2018 (16 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Ram Promaster City have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Ram Promaster City. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Ram Promaster City problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (8), other / unknown (5), electrical (4).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Ram Promaster City get?
EPA ratings run up to 24 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic 9-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Ram Promaster City repair manual?
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