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#BS-2017-RAMPRO-6911

2017 Ram Promaster

Based on reports from 91 owners and 10 recalls for this exact model.

Complaints
91
Crashes
4
Fires
5
Recalls
10
TSBs
325
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Preliminary Verdict

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Based on 91 complaints, 4 crashes, 5 fires, and 10 recalls.

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

21 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 37K miles.

!Inspect the ElectricalMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

21
0–30K
9
30–60K
11
60–90K
90–120K
2
120–150K
1
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (21 reports) • Median: 37K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (21 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

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Buyer Lot Checklist

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Where the complaints fall

Engine21 (23%)
Electrical19 (21%)
Drivetrain14 (15%)
Lights6 (7%)
Other6 (7%)
Brakes5 (5%)
Steering3 (3%)
Fuel System3 (3%)

2017 Ram Promaster: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 23% of all reports filed for the 2017 Ram Promaster, with 21 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 37,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 37K-mile mark.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 21% of all reports filed for the 2017 Ram Promaster, with 19 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 15% of all reports filed for the 2017 Ram Promaster, with 14 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Lights Issues

Lights complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2017 Ram Promaster, with 6 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to lights-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

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17
5
18
15
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25
20
9
21
3
22
10
23
7
24
8
25

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2017 Ram Promaster. Recent trend: stable.

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Recall History (10 recalls)

16V910000Feb 2017

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured October 1, 2016, to December 7, 2016. The seat mounted side air bag inflator initiator may fail to ignite during a crash.

17V273000Jun 2017

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Ram ProMaster vehicles. The sun visor, dashboard labels, and owner's manuals incorrectly state that the vehicles are equipped with frontal driver and passenger advanced air bags when they are not. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

17V786000Dec 2017

EQUIPMENT

Midwest Automotive Designs, LLC (Midwest) is recalling certain Custom Vans and Camper Van recreational vehicles built on 2014-2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter chassis and 2016-2017 RAM Promaster chassis. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

17V824000Feb 2018

EQUIPMENT

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

19V313000May 2020

SEATS

Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

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Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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The worst model year for the Ram Promaster is the 2014 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is brakes.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 91 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 10 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

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2017 Ram Promaster: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Ram Promaster?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2017 Ram Promaster is related to the engine, with 21 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2017 Ram Promaster reliable?
The 2017 Ram Promaster has 91 complaints, 4 crash reports, and 5 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 2017 Ram Promaster problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2017 Ram Promaster have any recalls?
Yes, the 2017 Ram Promaster has 10 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Ram Promaster problems start?
Based on 44 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 37,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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