8.9

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
2,500 miles

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problem #6

Sep 182023

ProMaster

  • miles
Service lights for ABS, HILL ASSIST, and ESC on frequently emergency brake and ABS failed locking left rear wheel causing tire to explode. repair parts are not readily available van is currently undriveable.

- Frederick, PA, USA

problem #5

Apr 152023

ProMaster

  • miles
As of approximately around the 15th of April 2023, we realized suddenly that our lithium battery in our 2019 Winnebago Travato was not being replaced with charging from our Volta alternator from driving or from our solar as it has always done. The KISAE DC to DC charger and the Volta system show an error message that they were/are -??overheated-??. Testing of the DC to DC charger shows that it-??s receiving far over the correct voltage. Upon diagnostics at a RV dealership they found the alternator is being overcharged. The alternator must be replaced before it can be determined why the alternator is overcharging (since obviously safeguards are meant to be in place to prevent this). We discovered through online research of the NHTSA Recall ID Number 21V793 on Boldt 2021-22 and Travato 2019-22 with Volta Power Systems; Manufacturer; Winnebago Industries, Inc. Subject; Wire Harness Built Incorrectly; loss of over-current protection can cause the wires to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire. There was also another subsequent recall for Winnebago Travato 2021, Winnebago Boldt 2021, and Storyteller Overland Vans 2021 of the seemingly same exact issue again, -??In the case that power connections are not properly seated severe voltage spike by intermittent connections could damage the filtering diode in the the alternator control harness (10001447) resulting in the possibility of a shorted wire, on the same circuit the order of the fuse and diode were reversed. In the case that the diode is broken in a closed condition, the sense wire could be shorted to ground resulting in an overheated wire or broken wire. The identified cause of the diode failure was excessive overvoltage spikes. When the diode failed, it failed closed and with the diode and fuse being reversed the wire continued to heat up instead of breaking the fuse. With evidence from our van I believe in a strong probability the scope of the recall should be widened to include more units, such as ours. We are proof

- Sanbornville, NH, USA

problem #4

Mar 032022

ProMaster

  • miles
Vehicle Electronic throttle control had a malfunction and system went into limp mode on a highway at highway speeds of 70mph. The engine destroyed itself instead of limping. Lost power and almost got hit by a semi truck and other vehicles when this happened. Ended up getting a used engine due to current remanufacture costs etc. Total cost out of pocket because the dealership lied about my warranty and what was covered and for how long was around $7,000 parts lanor etc. Limp mode is dangerous and the way it happened on a highway could have gotten me or others seriously hurt or killed. Also now there is an electrical error code P0482 which is electronic coller fan issue other rams are having. All vehices in this series that have the recalled fan should be included the 2018 has issues but no recalls but has the same components of other recalls.. doesn't make sense.

- Mcclure, PA, USA

problem #3

Feb 052022

ProMaster

  • miles
The 2018 Ram Promaster 1500 appears to have a manufacture defect with the Engine Coolant Reservoir bottle. Based on my research and due to the lack of national shortage of the OEM coolant reservoir replacement (even after market are out of stock), the reservoir has a soft spot on the tank which allows coolant to leak. The leak appears to be in the same location/spot with my leak in conjunction with others who are experiencing this issue.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

problem #2

Nov 152019

ProMaster

  • 15,000 miles
There are 2 outstanding recalls with no response from Dodge or dealer for: VB2/NHTSA 19V-818 (15nov2019) -engine cooling fan and W00/NHTSA 20V-036 (23 Jan 2020) -shift cable recalls, the dealer larson Dodge puyallup, wa has been unresponsive. I am still paying pymts and afraid to drive the van. There are no updates to the recall parts/corrective actions. There has been no other updates or correspondence from Dodge re: These recalls and what I cancan't do with the van (drive it, or not; under what conditions, etc...).

- Normandy Park, WA, USA

problem #1

Sep 302018

ProMaster

  • miles
I bought a Ram pro 2500 in April 2018. I start my business as an owner-operator and started driving on highways (interstate delivery). After 2 weeks, the navigation, light and sometimes behind the straight wheel dashboard screen started to turn off (while I was driving and using navigation). After that cigarette litter didn't work anymore. I contact the service shop and took the car to them, they said it is not a big deal and they switched the fuse or maybe fuses. I start again my business. This time, daytime running light start to not work and after a few days my check engine light popped up. I took the car to the Dodge dealership service shop (where I bought the car) first-day I was told this is not a big deal, and it will be fixed soon. After 3 days they contact me and told me: The cylinder head needs to be replaced and some other works! (really a Ram pro 2500 after 6 months need to replace the cylinder head!!!!). I said I have no knowledge about the car just please fix the car. Anyway, after 20 days I was told that the car is ready. Last Saturday I went to pick up my car, but it was only 2 miles since I drove, service engine light popped up again. I went back to service shop (as I mentioned Dodge dealership service shop), they reset the service engine light and said it is good to go. I hit the road toward my home, after exactly 6 miles check engine light turned on again. I took the car back to the service shop. I was told, leave the car until Monday. Today (Monday after 24 days) they called me and told me the car has a new issue that will cost me a $520 more to be repaired. After all, this car is my income. I bought this van brand new with hopping to not to go to the shop and not to stop my income, but now, after only 6 months I crossed with lots of payment which are not due yet and have no car nor income nor hope. Moreover, every day more problem and more charge!

- Tracy, CA, USA