There are no safety recalls for the 2016 Ram Promaster 3500, but owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA.
2016 Ram Promaster 3500 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Engine | 4 | |
| Power Train | 4 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
| Equipment | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
- Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1
- Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 58,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2016 Ram Promaster 3500 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 82,000 miles · reported Mar 4, 2022
The contact owns a Roadtrek Simplicity RV built on a 2016 Ram Promaster 3500 chassis. The contact stated that while in a parking lot, a fellow motorist informed her that something had been dragging underneath her vehicle. The contact discovered that the winch that attached her spare tire to the vehicle was loose and that the spare tire connected to the winch was gone. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer where they replaced both the winch and the spare tire; however, the failure occurred twice. The contact also stated that the battery failed to hold a charge. There was a beeping sound…
Power Train · at 378,569 miles · reported Apr 24, 2021
I've only been taking it to the ram dealership to be fixed in may still have not got it fixed right one minute I could be doing 40 and then I nexen you know the rpms are up to 7 in the drop down in a jerk so hard to get into gear almost breaks my freaking neck then I will shift in I get up to 65 anything over 65 it starts jerkin and then drops back down and I can't get back started again I had to pull over the side of the road let everything cool lob doesn't make any sense to me already change the transmission cooling system the speed control him sensor I don't know what more I can do I AM…
Power Train · at 58,000 miles · reported Apr 3, 2021
My 2018 ram promaster 3500 was having problem when I put in reverse, it was jerking and I had to push extra gas to reverse it. I took it to dealer, they said yes it has problem in transmission and I had to leave my van to fix it. They took 4-5 days, but didn't found exact cause and they just flush transmission fluid. They told me "if you face same problem again please come back we will help you even when warranty expire". One week later it was having again same issue and even more thing, it was jerking while I AM driving also and reversing was same like before. I took it again to same dealer…
Structure · reported Mar 7, 2021
Over 4 years nt fixed hazard to drive possible fire hazard safety health issues winnebago ignores my safety help request have nt deriven this vehicle for 3 years the consumer was unable to have the recall repair completed due to staff availability.
Service Brakes · at 10,000 miles · reported Feb 25, 2021
Received recall have made numerous contacts with nhts and winnabego no help wife will not ride in afraid of suggested fire hazard have had no response from any one past records should show concern possible propane explosion recall 17v-108 18v-546 16v598 fire safety is concern
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Ram Promaster 3500 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2016 Ram Promaster 3500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Ram Promaster 3500?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (4 reports), followed by engine (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 58,000 miles.
Are Ram recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ram dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.