Last updated: 2026-10-10
Ram ProMaster Reliability by Year
Ram Promaster reliability is good, but check the transmission and the windshield cowl for water leaks. The 2018 is the year to buy.
Ram ProMaster Reliability Overview
Used Promaster vans hold up well, though they rate below average against other trucks on the site. Transmission trouble is the big worry: delayed or harsh shifts, no reverse, and vans waiting weeks or months on back-ordered parts. Rainwater leaking past the windshield cowl can soak wiring and sensors and stall the engine. The 2018 is the year to favor, while 2019 and 2021 draw the most complaints.
Current generation: 2nd gen (2023–2023).
Best & Worst Ram ProMaster Years
Best Ram ProMaster Years to Buy
Based on reliability index score2018 shows a single owner complaint and no recalls, while 2019 and 2021 each carry ten or more recalls and far more complaints, plus three fire reports on the 2021. It has also been on the road long enough that its clean record means something, unlike the newest years.
Ram ProMaster Years to Avoid
No Ram ProMaster years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 58 and 68 across 9 scored model years.
Ram ProMaster Reliability Score Trend
Ram ProMaster reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 62/100.
Scores 0–100. Higher is better.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 68/100 | Good |
| 2019 | 58/100 | Mixed |
| 2020 | 62/100 | Good |
| 2021 | 58/100 | Mixed |
| 2022 | 61/100 | Good |
| 2023 | 63/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 62/100 | Good |
| 2025 | 62/100 | Good |
| 2026 | 65/100 | Good |
Year-by-Year Reliability
2026 Ram ProMaster
1 recalls · 1 complaints
Rates good with one complaint and one engine cooling recall, a lighter record than 2025, though this year has had little time to collect reports.
2025 Ram ProMaster
4 recalls · 3 complaints
Good standing and a low complaint rate, mid-pack among nine years, but with four recalls that include engine and engine cooling.
2024 Ram ProMaster
6 recalls · 5 complaints
Good standing and few complaints, but both electrical complaints describe sudden shutoffs while driving, and six recalls are on file.
2023 Ram ProMaster
7 recalls · 39 complaints
First year of the second generation, rated good, with sudden steering loss and an engine cooling recall repair that owners say has waited on parts.
2022 Ram ProMaster
8 recalls · 53 complaints
Last of the first generation, it rates good but sits among the weaker Promaster years, with sudden power steering loss as its most reported complaint.
2021 Ram ProMaster
11 recalls · 98 complaints
The weakest of nine scored years, with more complaints and recalls than 2020 or 2022, led by transmission power loss and blind spot monitoring dropouts.
2020 Ram ProMaster
7 recalls · 34 complaints
Mid-pack among Promaster years, with fewer complaints and recalls than 2019 and 2021, but transmission and electrical faults still draw owner reports.
2019 Ram ProMaster
10 recalls · 60 complaints
The weak spot among Promaster years, with transmission failures and a pile of open recalls that leave vans waiting on parts at dealers.
2018 Ram ProMaster
0 recalls · 1 complaints
Best of the nine scored Promaster years, with a single owner complaint and no recalls, while the 2019 that follows has 60 complaints and 10 recalls.
Found Your Ram ProMaster? Check Its History
Engine (1) problems come up most in Ram ProMaster owner complaints, and 54 recalls cover the years we track. A VIN check shows whether the car you found had its recall work done, plus accident and title history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
Ram ProMaster Repair Costs
Reliability Rating
2/5
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best year for the Ram Promaster?
- 2018 is the best year to buy. It has one owner complaint and no recalls, and it has been on the road long enough for that record to mean something. The 2024 to 2026 vans show few complaints, but they have had less time to collect them.
- Is the Ram Promaster reliable long term?
- Its standing is good, but it ranks below average among trucks on the site. Complaints cluster around the transmission, electrical wiring and steering. Recent years look clean partly because they are new, so check recall status before you buy any van.
- What are the most common Ram Promaster problems?
- Electrical problems lead the complaints, followed by the power train, steering, and engine and engine cooling. The electrical reports often involve rainwater soaking wiring, a dead dash or a failed speedometer. Power train reports are mostly about the transmission.
- Do Ram Promaster transmissions fail?
- Yes, transmission failure is the main power train complaint. Owners describe harsh or delayed shifts, no reverse, getting stuck in 2nd gear and lost power. Some say the replacement transmission failed too. Many complaints involve an open recall with parts on back order.
- Does the Ram Promaster leak water into the engine bay?
- Yes, it is a recurring complaint, most often blamed on the windshield cowl. Water can soak the wiring and the crankshaft position sensor, which can stall the engine while driving and take away power steering and power brakes. One owner says a dealer sees it often but has no fix.
How we score the Ram ProMaster
Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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