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2015 Ram ProMaster recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2015 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
14
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
111
Latest campaign
Oct 15, 2020

Recall summary by component14

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Power train4Oct 15, 2020
Equipment4Nov 15, 2019
Electrical system3Apr 28, 2016
Seats2Apr 29, 2019
Air bags1Apr 15, 2015

Safety recalls14

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Oct 15, 2020Latest campaign
Oct 15, 202020V582000

Power train: automatic transmission lever and linkage

The driver may be unaware of the actual gear position and unintended vehicle movement can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 20V582000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
The driver may be unaware of the actual gear position and unintended vehicle movement can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Prime-Time will notify owners instructing them to take their vehicles to Ram dealers for the necessary repairs, free of charge. Owners may contact Prime-Time customer service at 1-574-293-9191. Prime-Time's number for this recall is W00.
Filed under
Promaster
Campaign
NHTSA 20V582000 · Oct 15, 2020
Jan 23, 202020V036000

Power train: automatic transmission lever and linkage

The driver may be unaware of the actual gear position and unintended vehicle movement can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 20V036000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
The driver may be unaware of the actual gear position and unintended vehicle movement can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission shift cable, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ram Trucks at 1-866-726-4636. Chrysler's number for this recall is W00.
Filed under
Promaster
Campaign
NHTSA 20V036000 · Jan 23, 2020
Nov 15, 201919V818000

Equipment: appliance air conditioner

An overheated fan motor increases the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 19V818000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
An overheated fan motor increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will inform owners, and dealers will replace the engine cooling fan module, free of charge. Interim owner notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed December 10, 2019. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. The recall began July 7, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB2.
Filed under
Promaster
Campaign
NHTSA 19V818000 · Nov 15, 2019
Apr 29, 201919V333000

Seats

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

DetailsHide details for campaign 19V333000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
New England has notified owners, directing them to contact Freedman for repairs to the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began May 27, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or New England at 1-800-886-9247.
Filed under
Promaster
Campaign
NHTSA 19V333000 · Apr 29, 2019
Apr 18, 201919V313000

Seats

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

DetailsHide details for campaign 19V313000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
MobilityTrans will notify owners and Freedman Seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2019. Owners may contact Mobility Transportation Services customer service at 1-734-453-6452.
Filed under
Promaster
Campaign
NHTSA 19V313000 · Apr 18, 2019
Dec 21, 201717V824000

Equipment

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 17V824000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. 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 product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
Filed under
Promaster, Promaster City
Campaign
NHTSA 17V824000 · Dec 21, 2017

Merged from NHTSA model names: Promaster, Promaster City. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Ram). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component111

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
111Complaints filed
2Involving a crash
1Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Power train3834200
Electrical system3330010
Engine3229000
Service brakes1312000
Unknown or other87000
Fuel/propulsion system76000
Exterior lighting65000
Vehicle speed control55000
Engine and engine cooling44000
Electronic stability control (ESC)44000
Structure33000
Suspension33000
Visibility/wiper22000
Wheels22000
Steering22000

4 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names ProMaster, Promaster 2500, Promaster City.

Latest reports

  • Electrical system

    “The contact owns a 2015 Ram ProMaster 2500. The contact stated that while attempting to drive, the vehicle unexpectedly shut off three times within 30 minutes. The vehicle was restarted after each failure.”

    Filed 10/01/2026 · ODI 11768314
  • Engine and engine cooling

    “See Attached Letter”

    Filed 04/13/2026 · ODI 11730843
  • Electrical system

    “While driving on the freeway my engine started slowing down and a message came on the dash saying "Transmission Service".”

    Filed 03/13/2026 · ODI 11724218

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2015 Ram ProMaster recall questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Ram ProMaster have?

NHTSA lists 14 safety recall campaigns for the 2015 Ram ProMaster. The most recent, 20V582000 (reported October 15, 2020), concerns power train. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2015 Ram ProMaster recalls for?

The largest group is power train, with 4 campaigns. Others: equipment (4), electrical system (3), seats (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2015 Ram ProMaster?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 38 complaints out of 111 filed with NHTSA (34%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2015 Ram ProMaster?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Ram). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ram dealer.

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