TPMS SYSTEM INOPERABLE. ONGOING FOR 3RD CONSECUTIVE MONTH WITHOUT REPAIR SOLUTION FROM RAM. INSTRUCTED TO CONTINUE DRIVING UNTIL ENGINEER IS AVAILABLE NEXT YEAR.
2017 ram Promaster City electrical problems
moderate 18 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
18
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 9 most recent
AMBIENT TEMP SENSOR FAILURE IN MIRROR..NOT A SERVICEABLE SENSOR..MUST REPLACE THE ENTIRE UNDAMAGED MIRROR AT A COST OF $ 389.00 DOLLARS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM PROMASTER CITY. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS DURING THE DAY, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES WERE NOT VISIBLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE GAUGES WERE VISIBLE WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NEW CARLISLE CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM - TOBEY AUTO GROUP (580 N MAIN ST, NEW CARLISLE, OH 45344), BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM PROMASTER VAN. WHILE DRIVING DOWN A LARGE HILL, THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. AN UNKNOWN DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE, BUT THERE WAS NO REMEDY. THE ONLY WAY TO TURN OFF THE LIGHT WAS BY TURNING OFF AND RESTARTING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS A CONVERTED 2017 RAM 355 CARGO VAN BY WINNEBAGO. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGN…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM PROMASTER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED TOO DIMLY, WHICH CAUSED THE SPEEDOMETER TO BE DIFFICULT TO VIEW WHILE DRIVING IN THE DAYTIME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO STERLING HEIGHTS DODGE (40111 VAN DYKE, STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313, PHONE NUMBER: (586) 939-3900) WHO STATED THAT THE LIGHT WAS DIM AND COULD NOT SERVICE THE VEHICLE BECAUSE IT WAS …
HAD THE VAN SERVICED PER THE RECALL FOR THE ENGINE COOLING FAN ISSUE. TOOK TO THE DEALERSHIP I PURCHASED FROM. AFTER DRIVING AWAY FROM THE DEALERSHIP AND GETTING ABOUT 50 MILES DOWN THE ROAD THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I COULD NEVER GET AHOLD OF THE DEALERSHIP AGAIN. DON JACKSON IN ATLANTA. THEY WOULD NEVER RETURN CALLS. I TOOK TO ANOTHER DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAY IT'S THE ENGINE COO…
We purchased 4 of these Dodge promasters about 4 years ago. During the first year we were replacing headlights about every 2 months. Dodge told us that we needed to use their "heavy duty" bulbs. These bulbs seem to last about 1 year. They have a 2 year warranty on original purchase, so after 2 years we have to pay again. This last time the bulb blew it also melted the housing the bulbs sits in. We…
There’s already a recall on the engine cooling fans. I was driving on the freeway when the cooling g fans failed causing overheating and major damage to the engine, specifically the head gasket, thermostat, and radiator. I took it to the dealer after finding out about the recall. They replaced the fans but are still not working correctly. They also refused to repair the other damages that were cau…
What happened: While driving on the freeway, the engine cooling fans failed, causing the engine temperature to rise excessively and increasing pressure within the cooling system. This resulted in a hole being blown through the thermostat, and all the coolant leaked out. Only after the coolant was lost did the engine overheating warning lamp come on. I safely pulled over, but the engine had alread…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2017 ram Promaster City?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 18 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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