AI Damage2016 RAM Promaster 3500: common problems
The maker issued 27 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 27
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
- Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC)…
Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning…
- No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
- Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement…
Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
- Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of…
Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRSW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)…
- If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is…
If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
- WIRING, Body Before replacing this harness, please contact FCA Redacted Content to see if a repair kit is…
WIRING, Body Before replacing this harness, please contact FCA Redacted Content to see if a repair kit is available for your application. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. Please email pictures of…
- Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Midtronics Charger Update Process
- Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Medtronic Update Process
- Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders
- Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1
All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. Vehicles built…
- This bulletin involves reprogramming the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) with the latest
NHTSA lists 27 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2016 RAM Promaster 3500?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 27 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2016 RAM Promaster 3500?
NHTSA lists 27 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2016 RAM Promaster 3500 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2016 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.