2023 RAM Promaster Engine Problems

While operating a 2023 Ram ProMaster 2500 (3.6L V6) for normal commercial use at approximately 39,129 miles, the coolant began bubbling and engine temperature spiked suddenly while driving. The vehicle was immediately parked and towed to an authorized Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram dealership as it was completely undrivable. This created a serious safety risk as the vehicle lost drivability suddenly on public roads during active commercial operation. Upon teardown the authorized dealer documented: coolant leaking into cylinders 3 and 4, coolant coming out of exhaust, stretched engine bolts, warped block and head, and internal coolant leak causing overheat. No external leaks from the cooling system were found. The internal component failures caused the overheating not the reverse. The vehicle was still within its active powertrain warranty at time of failure. Stellantis denied the warranty claim under TSB D-23-20 claiming an undetermined overheat caused the engine failure directly contradicting their own dealer's findings which show zero external cause. I have paid $9,000 out of pocket for repairs that should be covered under active powertrain warranty on a 3-year-old vehicle under 40,000 miles. I am requesting NHTSA investigate this failure pattern in the 3.6L V6 Ram ProMaster 2500 as other commercial operators may face the same sudden dangerous failure.

NHTSA ID

11750236

Incident

Jun 22, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was a humming sound coming from the vehicle, and the contact became aware that smoke was coming from the engine compartment. Shortly afterwards, the battery was disconnected, the fan was running, and the vehicle was engulfed in flames. The contact stated that the headlights, hood, windshield, and grill were damaged by the fire. There was no one in the vehicle at the time of the fire, and there were no injuries sustained. The contact stated the local fire department was contacted. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact associated the failure with the recall. The failure mileage on the vehicle was approximately 143,000.

NHTSA ID

11744810

Incident

Jun 6, 2026

Mileage

143,000 mi

The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power steering assist with several unknown warning lights, and the check engine and parking assist warning lights were illuminated. The contact was forced to restart the vehicle to resume normal operation. The vehicle was initially taken to the dealer where the wiring harness was replaced; however, the failure returned soon after the repair. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where several parts including the steering sensor and steering column were replaced; however, the failure returned weeks later after the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired and remained with the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000.

NHTSA ID

11744172

Incident

Feb 1, 2026

Mileage

33,000 mi

The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure while in traffic, with the engine overheating. The failure mileage was approximately 24,600.

NHTSA ID

11742319

Incident

Jun 4, 2026

Mileage

24,600 mi

The vehicle experienced a thermal event that was caused by a defective fan motor. The vehicle has been inspected by stellantis and a third party investigator. Report attached

NHTSA ID

11741579

Incident

Oct 14, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 RAM Promaster 2500. The contact received a recall notification, NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however the parts were unavailable. The contact, who was a business owner, stated that he did not want his vehicle to break down while on the road. The contact stated that the recall was initiated over six months ago. The dealer was contacted, the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact's vehicle had not experienced any failure regarding the unrepaired recall.

NHTSA ID

11739022

Incident

May 20, 2026

The vehicle is subject to an active safety recall involving the cooling fan module and fuse protection system. According to the recall notice, the cooling fan module may experience premature bearing wear resulting in excessive current draw and potential vehicle fire risk. The vehicle was held at the dealership for several months related to recall and engine repair concerns and has since been returned to me, however the recall remedy remains unresolved/open. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The recall specifically states that the defect may lead to a vehicle fire, creating a serious safety risk for vehicle occupants and others nearby. Although the vehicle has been returned to me, the recall remains open with no completed remedy available, leaving ongoing concerns regarding safe operation of the vehicle. An authorized Dodge/Ram dealership confirmed that the vehicle is affected by the active recall involving the cooling fan module and fuse protection issue. The dealership acknowledged the recall and stated that the repair/remedy remains pending. The vehicle has been inspected by an authorized Dodge/Ram dealership and discussed with Stellantis/Dodge customer care regarding the unresolved recall and extended period the vehicle remained at the dealership. Prior to dealership service, there were no specific warning indicators identifying the cooling fan module defect. The issue was identified through the manufacturer’s recall notice and confirmed by the dealership as an active safety recall affecting the vehicle.

NHTSA ID

11736442

Incident

Dec 1, 2025

My van was at the dealership for about 5 months getting a new engine while there I was told the recall would be fixed. My van is used for work & I can’t use it until the recall is fixed!

NHTSA ID

11735034

Incident

Dec 12, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ID

11730882

Incident

Apr 13, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling), however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ID

11730440

Incident

Apr 10, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Ram ProMaster 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ID

11729902

Incident

Apr 8, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Ram ProMaster 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ID

11729899

Incident

Apr 8, 2026

On December 23, 2025, a 2023 RAM ProMaster 2500 Van used as a commercial fleet delivery vehicle in [XXX] suffered an engine compartment fire. The vehicle was declared a total loss by the insurance carrier. At the time of the fire, the vehicle was subject to open Safety Recall 25V-720 / Manufacturer Recall 67C, issued by FCA US LLC for a defective cooling fan module with premature bearing wear and inadequate fuse protection on the 400W fan circuit — the exact defect identified as a known fire risk. No remedy was available at the time of the incident. The interim recall notification letter had been received but the vehicle could not be repaired as FCA had not yet developed or made available a fix. The vehicle was inspected by insurance representatives and declared a total loss. No warning lamps or prior symptoms were observed before the fire occurred, consistent with NHTSA's own warning that affected vehicles may fail suddenly with no prior dashboard alert. The component believed to have failed is the cooling fan module. It is unknown whether the component remains available for inspection as the vehicle has been transferred to the insurance carrier as part of the total loss settlement. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ID

11728539

Incident

Dec 23, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ID

11724146

Incident

Nov 11, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ID

11720745

Incident

Oct 23, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact was concerned about a potential fire. The local dealer was not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ID

11719456

Incident

Oct 23, 2025

Nothing has occurred, yet. I was told by Dodge representative, Riazen on 12/6/2025 “DO NOT DRIVE” as a result of the safety recall. As it is reported that 300,000 vehicle are affected by this recall I am terrified of driving my RV! I have initiated a vehicle buyback letter with John Elkann, and complaints with the CT Attorney General, CT Consumer Protection, CT Lemon Law, and BBB.

NHTSA ID

11717826

Incident

Oct 23, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Ram ProMaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ID

11710874

Incident

Jan 14, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Ram ProMaster 3500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact checked under the hood and saw that the cooling fan was making a whirring" sound. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the fan was revolving very slowly, and when the fan was touched, there was resistance while revolving. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact called a local dealer and the manufacturer and was advised that the parts for the recall repair were not available. The contact added that the dealer and the manufacturer advised not to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was 5,275.

NHTSA ID

11705657

Incident

Oct 6, 2025

Mileage

5,275 mi

The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ID

11704013

Incident

Dec 9, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ID

11696773

Incident

Oct 31, 2025

The contact owned a 2023 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact stated that the employee had reported that the front end of the vehicle had caught on fire immediately after parking the vehicle. The vehicle was unoccupied at the time of the incident. The fire was extinguished by the fire department, which reported that the fire originated from the front end of the vehicle. There was no injury sustained. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle had completely burned. The contact stated that the fire seemed to have originated near the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to the residence and was totaled. No police report was filed. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The manufacturer informed the contact that they were not liable for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

NHTSA ID

11696578

Incident

Aug 4, 2025

Mileage

30,000 mi

The oil pan for the van was damaged due to debris picked up on the road resulting in a hole, which in turn drained the engine oil and jammed the engine preventing from operation. The lack of protection to the oil pan which is exposed, caused the debris to damage the oil pan. Ford Transit vans have a protection under the oil pan which prevents such incidents to occur. The vehicle was repaired for $10,172 by budget as this was a rental van. Attached are the documents pertaining to this repair. Installing some sort of protection beneath the oil pan would have saved several thousands of dollars. This is the third occurance in our fleet and other two VINs have been reported already to NHTSA.

NHTSA ID

11683552

Incident

Feb 10, 2025

The vehicle was rented for delivery services and the oil panel underneath was damaged on the road and as a result a big hole where the metal was broken off. This has caused all the oil to drain and in turn the engine was jammed. There was no indication to the driver until the engine lights came on after the engine stoped and couldn't be driven. The oil pan material has been so fragile nor there were any protection below the pan to prevent any debris picked on the road. The vehichle was inspected by Budget and a Repair Shop and have determined the cause of engine failure is due to the Oil Panel.

NHTSA ID

11672950

Incident

Dec 27, 2024