2015 RAM Promaster

Vehicle Specs & Maintenance Data

Engine
2.4L I4
Oil Type & Capacity
0W-20 Full Synthetic (5.5 qts)
Transmission
Automatic 6-spd
Wheel Torque
145
ft-lbs

The 2015 RAM Promaster maintenance specs on this page cover the key fluids, torque values, and wear items you need for routine service. Use these numbers as a quick reference when performing oil changes, tire rotations, brake jobs, and other scheduled maintenance on your RAM Promaster.

For oil changes, the 2015 RAM Promaster takes 0W-20 Full Synthetic motor oil with a capacity of 5.5 quarts. Brake fluid type is DOT 3, the recommended coolant is Mopar OAT (Purple/Violet), and transmission fluid is ATF+4. Always use the manufacturer-recommended fluids to maintain warranty coverage and engine longevity.

When mounting wheels on the RAM Promaster, torque the lug nuts to 145 ft-lbs using a calibrated torque wrench. Over- or under-torquing can lead to warped brake rotors or loose wheels. Re-torque after 50 to 100 miles on newly installed wheels.

Owners of the 2015 RAM Promaster have reported 5 common issues including "Electronic Power Steering Failures", "Engine Cowl Water Leak into Engine Bay" and "Electronic Parking Brake Self-Application". Scroll down to the Diagnostics tab for detailed descriptions, solutions, and estimated repair costs.

There are 13 NHTSA safety recalls on file for the 2015 RAM Promaster. Check the Recalls tab below for full details.

Specifications on this page are compiled from multiple publicly available sources including manufacturer documentation, NHTSA data, and automotive databases. Always cross-reference with your owner's manual or official factory documentation before purchasing parts or performing any service.

The 2015 RAM Promaster uses 0W-20 Full Synthetic motor oil (5.5 qt capacity), requires lug nuts torqued to 145 ft-lbs, takes DOT 3 brake fluid.

2015 RAM Promaster Specifications
Motor Oil0W-20 Full Synthetic
Oil Capacity5.5 qt
Lug Nut Torque145 ft-lbs
Brake FluidDOT 3
CoolantMopar OAT (Purple/Violet)
Transmission FluidATF+4
Transmission Fluid
Fluid Type
ATF+4
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Coolant
Fluid Type
Mopar OAT (Purple/Violet)
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Brake Fluid
Fluid Type
DOT 3
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Washer Fluid
Windshield
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Manufacturer-recommended maintenance schedule for the 2015 RAM Promaster. Always verify intervals against your owner's manual.

Service Item
Interval
Engine Oil & Filter
8,000 mi / 12 mo
5W-20 (3.6L V6) or 5W-40 European spec (3.0L EcoDiesel), 5.9 qt (3.6L)
Tire Rotation
8,000 mi / 6 mo
Rotate every oil change
Cabin Air Filter
20,000 mi / 24 mo
Replace more often in dusty conditions
Engine Air Filter
30,000 mi / 36 mo
Inspect every 15,000 mi
Brake Fluid
40,000 mi / 36 mo
DOT 4
Transmission Fluid
60,000 mi
6-speed automatic; ATF+4
Coolant
100,000 mi
Mopar OAT coolant; then every 50,000 mi
Spark Plugs
100,000 mi
Gas engine only; iridium-tipped
Serpentine Belt
100,000 mi
Inspect at 60,000 mi
Battery
60 mo
Inspect annually; heavy electrical loads in upfit vehicles
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Common problems reported by 2015 RAM Promaster owners, with recommended fixes and estimated repair costs.

1

Electronic Power Steering Failures

The electric power steering system can fail suddenly while driving, causing the steering wheel to jerk violently or become extremely heavy and difficult to turn. Some failures are traced to water intrusion and corrosion in the wiring connector on the steering rack. This is extremely dangerous in a vehicle of this size and weight, particularly for fleet drivers in urban settings.

Solution

Inspect the steering rack wiring connector for corrosion and water damage. TSB 19-008-22 addresses EPS system diagnostics. Replace the steering rack assembly and connector with sealed, updated parts. Apply dielectric grease to all electrical connections to prevent future corrosion.

Est. Cost: $800 - $2,500
2

Engine Cowl Water Leak into Engine Bay

The plastic engine cowl panel between the windshield and hood warps, cracks, or separates, allowing water to flood the engine bay during rain. The water can damage the Engine Control Module, alternator, and other electrical components. Owners may notice hesitation, misfires, or electrical issues after rain events.

Solution

Replace the cowl panel with an updated design that has improved sealing. TSB 23-012-22 addresses cowl panel water intrusion. Apply sealant along the windshield-to-cowl junction. Inspect and dry any water-damaged electrical connectors.

Est. Cost: $200 - $600
3

Electronic Parking Brake Self-Application

The electronic parking brake applies itself unexpectedly while the vehicle is in gear and moving, causing sudden deceleration and loss of vehicle control for up to 5 seconds. The driver cannot accelerate during this time. This is particularly dangerous when driving over hills or in traffic.

Solution

Update the parking brake control module software. TSB 05-010-22 addresses unintended parking brake engagement. If the issue persists after the software update, replace the parking brake actuator module. Inspect the brake switch and its wiring harness.

Est. Cost: $0 - $800
4

3.6L Pentastar Rocker Arm and Engine Tick

The 3.6L Pentastar V6 in the ProMaster develops a progressively worsening engine tick caused by worn rocker arms and hydraulic lash adjusters. By 60,000 miles, some vehicles require new rocker arms. If not addressed promptly, cam lobe damage can occur, requiring a partial engine rebuild (top-end replacement).

Solution

Replace the rocker arms and hydraulic lash adjusters with updated parts. TSB 09-009-23 covers HLA and rocker arm diagnostics. Maintain strict oil change intervals using 0W-20 full synthetic oil. Top-end rebuild required if cam lobe damage has occurred.

Est. Cost: $800 - $4,000
5

Crankcase Breather Valve Blockage

The crankcase breather valve (PCV valve) becomes blocked, triggering Check Engine Light with DTC P052E71. This causes excessive crankcase pressure, which can push oil past seals and gaskets, leading to oil leaks and increased oil consumption. The issue is shared with Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans that use similar components.

Solution

Replace the crankcase breather valve assembly. Clear the DTC codes and monitor for recurrence. TSB 09-015-22 covers P052E diagnostic procedures. Inspect the intake manifold and vacuum lines for oil contamination. Replace valve cover gaskets if oil has been pushed past them.

Est. Cost: $200 - $600

13 NHTSA safety recalls for the 2015 RAM Promaster. Check your VIN at NHTSA.gov

1

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

Campaign: 20V582000 Date: 15/10/2020

Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles (Prime-Time) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Paratransit vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. The transmission shifter cable may separate and disconnect from the transmission, causing the vehicle to not perform shifts intended by the driver and the gear shift lever position not matching the actual transmission gear.

Consequence

The driver may be unaware of the actual gear position and unintended vehicle movement can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prime-Time will notify owners instructing them to take their vehicles to Ram dealers for the necessary repairs, free of charge. Owners may contact Prime-Time customer service at 1-574-293-9191. Prime-Time's number for this recall is W00.

2

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

Campaign: 20V036000 Date: 23/01/2020

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram ProMaster vehicles equipped 3.6L engines. The transmission shifter cable may separate and disconnect from the transmission, causing the vehicle to not perform shifts intended by the driver and the gear shift lever position not matching the actual transmission gear.

Consequence

The driver may be unaware of the actual gear position and unintended vehicle movement can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission shift cable, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ram Trucks at 1-866-726-4636. Chrysler's number for this recall is W00.

3

EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Campaign: 19V818000 Date: 15/11/2019

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ram ProMaster vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel or 3.6L gasoline engines and air conditioning (A/C). The engine cooling fan may seize which can cause the cooling fan motor to overheat.

Consequence

An overheated fan motor increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will inform owners, and dealers will replace the engine cooling fan module, free of charge. Interim owner notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed December 10, 2019. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. The recall began July 7, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB2.

4

SEATS

Campaign: 19V333000 Date: 29/04/2019

New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and 2014-2019 Ram Promaster 2500 and 3500 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Go-ES Foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

New England has notified owners, directing them to contact Freedman for repairs to the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began May 27, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or New England at 1-800-886-9247.

5

SEATS

Campaign: 19V313000 Date: 18/04/2019

Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

MobilityTrans will notify owners and Freedman Seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2019. Owners may contact Mobility Transportation Services customer service at 1-734-453-6452.

6

EQUIPMENT

Campaign: 17V824000 Date: 21/12/2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Consequence

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.

7

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Campaign: 17V273000 Date: 25/04/2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Ram ProMaster vehicles. The sun visor, dashboard labels, and owner's manuals incorrectly state that the vehicles are equipped with frontal driver and passenger advanced air bags when they are not. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence

The incorrect information may change how close the occupants position themselves to the air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the sun visor labels, the dashboard (hangtag) label, and the owner's manual and user guide information, free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T24.

8

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Campaign: 16V529000 Date: 12/07/2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200, Jeep Renegade, RAM ProMaster, and 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. On August 29, 2016 Chrysler added the 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles to this recall.

Consequence

If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module and the Transmission Control Module and if necessary replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S55.

9

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Campaign: 16V253000 Date: 28/04/2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured July 24, 2015, to February 15, 2016, and 2015-2016 ProMaster City vehicles manufactured August 15, 2014, to February 1, 2016. The Trailer Tow Lighting Control Module may have a software error on the affected vehicles and can prevent illumination of the trailer brake lights during brake actuation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."

Consequence

Trailer brake lights that are inoperative can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Trailer Tow Light Control Module, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S22.

10

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Campaign: 16E039000 Date: 28/04/2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain RAM ProMaster Trailer Light Modules, part number 68229650AB. These accessory modules were sold for installation on RAM ProMaster and ProMaster City vehicles. The Trailer Tow Lighting Control Module may have a software error on the affected vehicles and can prevent illumination of the trailer brake lights during brake actuation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."

Consequence

Trailer brake lights that are inoperative can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will mail letters to owners to try to notify the purchasers of the modules, and dealers will replace the Trailer Tow Light Control Modules, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S29.

11

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Campaign: 16V202000 Date: 11/04/2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram ProMaster City vans manufactured September 26, 2014, to March 5, 2016. A low-voltage electrical harness connector by the front driver seat may be susceptible to water intrusion and corrosion. Corrosion may result in a loss of communication to the Transmission Control Module (TCM) and may cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift into and stay in neutral without warning the next time that the vehicle stops.

Consequence

An unintended shift into neutral will prevent the vehicle from being moved. Additionally, if the driver turns off the engine, the driver will be unable to restart the engine. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the harness connector to under the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S24.

12

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

Campaign: 15V799000 Date: 25/11/2015

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ram ProMaster vans manufactured October 1, 2014, to June 17, 2015. The affected vehicles have an ignition switch that may have an intermittent loss of electrical contact.

Consequence

An intermittent loss of contact can result in a vehicle stall and/or a partial or complete loss of the air bags, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control and/or instrument panel cluster. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch contact holder block, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R64.

13

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Campaign: 15V223000 Date: 15/04/2015

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ram ProMaster City vehicles manufactured November 6, 2014, to March 17, 2015. The affected cargo and passenger vehicles have side air bag inflatable curtains that, due to an installation issue, may not deploy properly. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Consequence

In the event of a crash, side air bag inflatable curtains that do not deploy properly may increase the risk of vehicle occupant injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will modify the installation of side air bag inflatable curtains , free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R19.

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