2017 Ram Promaster City: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2017 Ram Promaster City? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 75 complaints, with Engine Problems as the top reported area.
2017 Ram Promaster City Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA official fuel economy rating for the 2017 Ram Promaster City.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.
2017 Ram Promaster City Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Ram Promaster City has 75 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Ram
- Model
- Promaster City
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 75
- Crash-related complaints
- 2
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 24
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 21 / 28
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2017 Ram Promaster City Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Electrical Faults, Transmission / Drivetrain. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2017 Ram Promaster City?
The 2017 Ram Promaster City shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2017 Ram Promaster City
Inspection Focus
- Inspect engine for reported issues such as stalling or loss of power.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect engine for reported issues such as stalling or loss of power.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 Ram Promaster City, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 75 NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Ram ProMaster City, issues are concentrated in the engine and electrical systems. The data suggests potential reliability concerns, though the sample is limited to a single model year.
- Engine problems account for 30 of 75 complaints, the highest count.
- Electrical faults are the second most reported issue with 24 complaints.
- Transmission/drivetrain issues total 14 complaints.
- Engine Problems
- Electrical Faults
- Transmission / Drivetrain
All 2017 Ram Promaster City Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Ram Promaster City. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 30 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 24 | — | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 8 | — | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Equipment | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Ram Promaster City. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Ram Promaster 1500. The vehicle was purchased on February 16, 2024. The contact stated that at the time of purchase, the mileage was 84,000. The vehicle was taken to Valvoline, where the odometer was reported in 2018 February 2023 at 3…
Vehicle is failing oil consumption test at 97,571 miles. They are saying it’s burning excessive oil due to failed piston which ran had an open recall for . I’d like my vehicle to be considered for oil consumption test and possible motor replacement.
The contact owns a 2017 Ram Promaster City. The contact stated that while coming to a stop, there was gray smoke coming from the exhaust pipe and the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact who is a certified mechanic, performed an oil change and becam…
The contact owns a 2017 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V818000 (Equipment, Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts w…
I am the original owner of a 2017 Dodge ProMaster made by Chrysler. My vehicle is currently at a dealership waiting for a complete transmission. I had to have it towed there as this issue happened while I was driving. Luckily, I was not far from home. The van is no longer under …
It is consuming a lot of oil after 5 thousand miles went from 5.5 quarts to 3.4 quarts
The windshield cowl on this vehicle is poorly designed, allowing water intrusion from multiple points. This is not a minor leak but a severe design flaw that creates immediate and dangerous safety hazards while driving, particularly at highway speeds. The most critical issue is …
The contact owns a 2017 Ram Pro Master City. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped, the engine vibrated abnormally and there was a fuel-burning odor on the interior and exterior of the vehicle. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate, the vehicle br…
Oil consumption issue with the engine: there was an extended warranty on the engine but it apparently expired July of last year. I bought the vehicle in April, but the warranty did not show up under any recalls or Carfax report. I discovered the oil consumption problem at the en…
Went to use the brakes and they would not work. Had to swerve into a ditch to stop. ABS and Traction issue.
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.…
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 aft…
The contact owns a 2017 Ram Promaster City. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, the engine shut off or idle roughly immediately after starting with the low oil warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was not d…
My radio dont work i can see the camera to be reversed
Both cams need to be replaced. Upon doing internet research and talking with the service advisor this is a very commom problem and recalls have been done on other years but not 2017. Henry Miller Dodge Ram is where my vehicle is currently at and who advised the issues at hand. …
The vehicle rpm reved up and then total loss of power then the vehicle caught fire wile driving down the road. Flames came out under dash and in engine compartment.
The contact owned a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the parking lot of a residential building and turning the engine off, approximately 36 hours later the contact was alerted by the property manager that the vehicle was on fire. The fire depart…
2017, 119,000 miles. 8/9/18: maintenance transmission service at 62,651 miles. 6/4/20 Recall WOO shifter cable replaced. 11/11/21 AGM Interstate battery MTX-49 replaced. ISSUE: End of May 2022 (~117,000 miles) had driven from Florida & back 2x without any problems but was slowi…
Was not notified that my Ram Promaster 2017 needed two recalls when purchasing it from an official Ram dealership in 2020 with 35k miles on it. Now, at 90k miles I'm having to replace a radiator and cables that failed as a result of the coolant fan being replaced. Took it to two …
2017 RAM PROMASTER 2500. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO DEFECTIVE SEATBELT. THE CONSUMER STATED THE RECALL WAS ON BACKORDER AND NOT ABLE TO REPAIRED.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Ram Promaster City.
2017 Ram Promaster City Recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Ram Promaster City. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2017 Ram Promaster City Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Ram Promaster City reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 75 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2017 Ram Promaster City shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ram Promaster City?▾
#1: Engine Problems (30 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (24 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (14 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Ram Promaster City?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Ram Promaster City?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Ram Promaster City, NHTSA complaints include 2 crash-related reports and 4 fire reports out of 75 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Ram Promaster City have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2017 Ram Promaster City. A major recall area is EQUIPMENT. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2017 Ram Promaster City?▾
The 2017 Ram Promaster City shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ram Promaster City reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.