2017 RAM Promaster engine problems
19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2017 RAM Promaster — 33% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“COMPONENT FAILED: Left transmission mount bracket and its fasteners on a 2017 RAM ProMaster with 3.6L V6 Pentastar (sales code ERB) and 62TE 6-speed automatic (sales code DG2). At least one bracket-to-transaxle bolt sheared. The bracket separated from the transmission, the powertrain dropped on the…”
filed May 18, 2026
“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…”
filed Sep 13, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Water Pump & Chain Case Cover
109727 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 21, 2026Water Pump & Chain Case Cover
109724 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 21, 2026STARTER - ENGINE
109512 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 8, 2026
Engine problems in other Promaster years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Promaster | 10 | 14% |
| 2022 Promaster | 7 | 12% |
| 2021 Promaster | 6 | 6% |
| 2020 Promaster | 4 | 10% |
| 2019 Promaster | 9 | 16% |
| 2018 Promaster | 11 | 30% |
| 2016 Promaster | 12 | 39% |
| 2015 Promaster | 16 | 27% |
| 2014 Promaster | 13 | 18% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 RAM Promaster
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.