2023 Ram Promaster: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 Ram Promaster: 6 recalls, 91 owner complaints.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #24V129000 · 2024 · 27,744 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: A malfunctioning seat belt warning system can result in improper seat belt use, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver seat belt buckle as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2024.
Body & structure, Seats Vehicle recall #24V416000 · 2024 · 266 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will install a door beam and apply an overlay label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 1, 2024.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #24V436000 · 2024 · 1,033,433 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #25V720000 · 2025 · 300,691 vehicles
What's wrong: The electrical circuit for the radiator fan May overheat.
Why it matters: Electrical circuits that overheat increase the risk of a fire.
The 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…
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #25V876000 · 2025 · 86 vehicles
What's wrong: Please refer to rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors May not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Why it matters: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
The 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.
Steering Vehicle recall #26V621000 · 2026 · 265,512 vehicles
What's wrong: Water May enter the electric power steering wiring harness, which can disable power steering assist.
Why it matters: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring harness and electronic power steering gear, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed November 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (37): the most common themes are steering problems (37).
- Electrical (24): the most common themes are electrical failure (9), rust / corrosion (6).
- Engine & cooling (15): the most common themes are fire / smoke (3).
- Engine (10): the most common themes are fire / smoke (3), electrical failure (3), stalls / loses power (2).
The 2023 Ram Promaster has 91 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 13 Promaster model years for complaints (1.8× the average Promaster year). Complaints peaked in 2026 (69 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 36,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2022 (66 complaints, 9 recalls), 2024 (11 complaints, 6 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Ram Promaster have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2023 Ram Promaster. 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 2023 Ram Promaster problems?
Owners have filed 91 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (37), electrical (24), engine & cooling (15).
Where can I get a 2023 Ram Promaster repair manual?
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