2018 Ram Promaster Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 29%of 38 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 50,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the engine of the 2018 Ram Promaster, 29% of the 38 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 50,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“There are 2 outstanding recalls with no response from dodge or dealer for: vb2/NHTSA 19v-818 (15nov2019) -engine cooling fan and w00/NHTSA 20v-036 (23 jan 2020) -shift cable recalls, the dealer larson dodge puyallup, wa has been unresponsive. I am still paying pymts and afraid to drive the van. There are no updates to the recall parts/corrective actions. There has been no other updates or correspondence from dodge re: these recalls and what I cancan't do with the van (drive it, or not; under what conditions, etc...).”
NHTSA complaint #11325763, filed 2020-05, 15,000 miles“Poor seal at windshield allowing water to enter into engine bay and electrical. Engine dies out when driving while raining, headlights blow and need to be replaced. Electrical problems since water is always getting into engine bay. Dealer says its common and is nothing they can do about it.”
NHTSA complaint #11145036, filed 2018-11, 150 miles“My vehicle is subject to open safety Recall 67C involving the cooling fan module and related fuse protection in the engine compartment. The recall has been open since October 2025. The manufacturer and dealer have confirmed that the remedy/parts are still not available and that there is no ETA for repair. At this time, I have not experienced an obvious operating failure with the vehicle itself. However, the open safety recall remains unresolved, and because no remedy exists yet, the recall cannot be completed. …”
NHTSA complaint #11733867, filed 2026-04“Hello, my 2018 Ram Promaster is exhibiting the same symptoms as recall 44A: metal debris in the transmission, which could possibly impact the parking pawl I believe. I have experienced transmission issues for the past 12 months and the Ram dealer in Carson city has identified the same metal debris as seen in recall 44A for 2019-2021 vehicles. I respectfully request that the Office of Defects Investigation consider reviewing this complaint and evaluating whether the scope of the recall should be expanded to include my vehicle. Thank you for your attention to this matter. …”
NHTSA complaint #11674560, filed 2025-07“Vehicle Electronic throttle control had a malfunction and system went into limp mode on a highway at highway speeds of 70mph. The engine destroyed itself instead of limping. Lost power and almost got hit by a semi truck and other vehicles when this happened. Ended up getting a used engine due to current remanufacture costs etc. Total cost out of pocket because the dealership lied about my warranty and what was covered and for how long was around $7,000 parts lanor etc. Limp mode is dangerous and the way it happened on a highway could have gotten me or others seriously hurt or killed. …”
NHTSA complaint #11460771, filed 2022-04Related service bulletins
- 11035323Jul 22, 2026Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle exhibit/set SYMPTOM: one or more of the…
- 11027837Jan 21, 2026Water Pump & Chain Case Cover
- 11027836Jan 21, 2026Water Pump & Chain Case Cover
- 11027731Jan 13, 2026Starter - engine
- 11027654Jan 8, 2026Starter - engine
- 11025028Oct 21, 2025Engine Oil Leak
- 11021043Jul 26, 2025Engine Rattle Noise
- 11016107Apr 1, 2025Engine Rattle Noise
- 11016138Mar 20, 2025Starter - engine
- 11015297Mar 4, 2025Engine Noise
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 50% |
| 2024 | 3 | 27% |
| 2023 | 10 | 11% |
| 2022 | 8 | 12% |
| 2021 | 6 | 5% |
| 2020 | 4 | 10% |
| 2019 | 10 | 17% |
| 2018 | 11 | 29% |
| 2017 | 19 | 33% |
| 2016 | 12 | 36% |
| 2015 | 16 | 26% |
| 2014 | 13 | 18% |
Other parts of the 2018 Ram Promaster
11 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 Ram Promaster
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology