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2026 Ram Promaster: Problems, Recalls and MPG

What this means

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2026 Ram Promaster, most recently filed August 2026. Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the air bags.

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Caution Fewer than 50 complaints filed. With this few reports, patterns may not be meaningful.
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Recalls (4)

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2026 Ram Promaster. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗

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Listed for 2026 Ram Promaster. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 26V531000 Filed Aug 13, 2026

Rearview Camera Image May Fail to Display/FMVSS 111

Back over prevention · sensing system · camera
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported844,027 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V531000
Listed for 2026 Ram Promaster. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 26V357000 Filed Jun 2, 2026

Wheelchair Seat Belts May Not Properly Restrain Occupants

Seat belts · critical fasteners
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2026 Ram ProMaster vehicles equipped with Q'Straint's One-Combo Belt, with part number TX11258-BA. The wheelchair seat belts may have incompatible connectors and fail to properly restrain occupants.
Consequence
Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt, free of charge. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
46.7% repairedof 15 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V357000
Listed for 2026 Ram Promaster. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 26V280000 Filed May 1, 2026

Rear Bench May Be Missing Seat Legs

Seats · mid/rear assembly
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2026 Ram ProMaster vehicles. The rear bench may have only two of four seat legs installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence
An incomplete seat may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install two additional seat legs, free of charge. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
35.7% repairedof 14 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V280000
Listed for 2026 Ram Promaster. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 25V720000 Filed Oct 23, 2025

Radiator Fan Electrical Circuit May Overheat

Engine and engine cooling · cooling system · radiator assembly
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2026 Ram ProMaster vehicles. The electrical circuit for the radiator fan may overheat.
Consequence
Electrical circuits that overheat increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cooling fan module and fuse. In addition dealers will provide an addendum for the manual and label for the power distribution center. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 11, 2025. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 11, 2025. Additional owner notification letters were mailed in January, March, and June 2026. Remaining owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 67C, B3C, and C9C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.
20.1% repairedof 300,691 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V720000

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Owner complaints (2)

2 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.

0involved a crash
0involved a fire
0injuries reported
0deaths reported

As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.

Most-reported components

Complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2026 Ram Promaster, by component (top 2). One complaint can list several components, so these add up to more than 2.Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 · Report a data error

How 2026 compares with other Promaster years

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This year (2026)Other yearsStill collecting reports

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

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2026 Ram Promaster FAQ

How many recalls does the 2026 Ram Promaster have?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 26V531000 (rear camera), 26V357000 (seat belt), 26V280000 (seat), 25V720000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.

What are the most common 2026 Ram Promaster problems?

Owners filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (1), Engine and engine cooling (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.

How does the 2026 Promaster compare with other years?

Among the 2017–2021 Ram Promaster model years at least five years old, the 2018 drew the fewest complaints (38) and the 2021 the most (111). The 2026 drew 2. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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