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2016 Ram ProMaster recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2016 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component16
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Equipment | 5 |
| Power train | 4 |
| Seats | 4 |
| Electrical system | 2 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 |
Safety recalls16
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Oct 15, 202020V582000 | Power train: automatic transmission lever and linkageThe 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
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| Jan 23, 202020V036000 | Power train: automatic transmission lever and linkageThe 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
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| Nov 15, 201919V818000 | Equipment: appliance air conditionerAn overheated fan motor increases the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V818000
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| Apr 29, 201919V333000 | SeatsIn the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V333000
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| Apr 18, 201919V313000 | SeatsIn the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V313000
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| Mar 22, 201919V229000 | SeatsIn the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V229000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Promaster, Promaster City. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component71
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 23 | 32 |
| Electrical system | 19 | 27 |
| Power train | 19 | 27 |
| Unknown or other | 10 | 14 |
| Exterior lighting | 9 | 13 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 7 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 7 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 3 |
| Wheels | 2 | 3 |
| Structure | 2 | 3 |
| Equipment | 2 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 2 | 3 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 |
5 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 City.
Latest reports
- Fuel/propulsion system
“Fuel tank where gasket seal is, leaking gas. Seal cannot be replaced, whole tank needs to be replaced. According to mechanic it will take 3 months to get new gas tank.”
- Visibility
“The contact owns a 2016 Ram ProMaster 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 12 MPH, the windshield wipers became inoperable. No warning lights were illuminated.”
- Engine
“I purchase this car used from a dealer. the transmission failed at 87564 miles. i had the a new transmission installed. The gear box or shifter failed at 91231 miles. I had that repaired.”
Other Ram ProMaster model years
- 20207 recalls46 complaints
- 201910 recalls65 complaints
- 201812 recalls54 complaints
- 201712 recalls76 complaints
- 201615 recalls71 complaints
- 201513 recalls111 complaints
- 201412 recalls71 complaints
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2016 Ram ProMaster recall questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Ram ProMaster have?
NHTSA lists 16 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 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 2016 Ram ProMaster recalls for?
The largest group is equipment, with 5 campaigns. Others: power train (4), seats (4), electrical system (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Ram ProMaster?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 23 complaints out of 71 filed with NHTSA (32%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2016 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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