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Ram Promaster 3500 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Promaster 3500 from 2016 to 2024: 16 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 3 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (13), 2023 (2), 2024 (1).

Ram Promaster 3500
Photo: TaurusEmerald · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical6
Engine4
Transmission & drivetrain4
Exterior lights3
Engine & cooling3
Brakes2
Other / unknown2
Equipment1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2016013–
202302–
202401–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Ram Promaster 3500?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (13), 2023 (2), 2024 (1).

How many recalls has the Ram Promaster 3500 had?

Across 2016–2024, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).