Is the 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY reliable?

The 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY has 43 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.7x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: TRANSMISSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY?

Top problems: TRANSMISSION (15 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (11 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (10 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY?

Yes, there are 4 recall(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Contact any Ram dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY?

The 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY gets 24 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2000. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY is approximately $1,478/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY has 43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.7x the segment average of 25. The most common issue is transmission problems (35% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram promaster city. while the vehicle was parked, the contact was notified by the police that it independently rolled forward while shifted in park. due to the failure, the vehicle struck a pole. the vehicle was towed to the dealer. the vehicle was inspected by a chrysler. There are 4 recalls issued for this model year.

1 crash report

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.7x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

TRANSMISSION

15 complaints

35%

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER CITY. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED BY THE POLICE THAT IT INDEPENDENTLY ROLLED FORWARD WHILE SHIFTED IN PARK. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE STRUCK A POLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A CHRYSLER
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER CITY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V202000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REP
• FOUR TIMES IN ONE DAY THE VEHICLE TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS AND ALARMS WERE ACTIVATED. IMMEDIATELY, THE VEHICLE LOSS POWER. IN ONE INSTANCE, THIS HAPPENED WHILE I WAS ENCOUNTERING VEHICLES ENTERING AND EXITING A HIGHWAY RAMP. THE IMMEDIATE SLOWING ALMOST CAUSED A COLLISION AS VEHICLE

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER CITY. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED BY THE POLICE THAT IT INDEPENDENTLY ROLLED FORWARD WHILE SHIFTED IN PARK. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE STRUCK A POLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A CHRYSLER”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY

Based on 35 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 35K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 39K mi · 12 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 40K mi · 9 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 39K mi · 9 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (4)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE28/04/2016

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."

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

Fix: 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.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,001

Per month

$167

Per mile

16.7¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,286/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,715/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2015 Ram PROMASTER CITY

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,478

Full coverage / month

$123

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-12%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1478

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ram PROMASTER CITY Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

24K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

5.7L HEMI: 8,000 mile oil intervals; EcoDiesel: shorter intervals for DEF and fuel filter. Towing usage requires severe service intervals.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ram New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Ram. If you're buying a used 2015 PROMASTER CITY, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Ram dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 43 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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TRANSMISSION: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER CITY. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED BY THE POLICE THAT IT INDEPENDENTLY ROLLED FORWARD WHILE SHIFTED IN PARK. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE STRUCK A POLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A CHRYSLER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER CITY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V202000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REP
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: AFTER FIRST PURCHASING WE NOTICED IT TENDS TO SURGE FORWARD OR STALL OUT FROM TIME TO TIME, AND ON A FEW OCCASIONS WHEN PUTTING IT INTO DRIVE, IT SOUNDS LIKE A SLEDGE HAMMER HIT THE ENGINE. I HAVE BEEN TO AND CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER IN DUNN NC AND TOLD THEM THE ISSUES AND ASKED IF THE SEVERAL RECAL
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: AFTER FIRST PURCHASING WE NOTICED IT TENDS TO SURGE FORWARD OR STALL OUT FROM TIME TO TIME, AND ON A FEW OCCASIONS WHEN PUTTING IT INTO DRIVE, IT SOUNDS LIKE A SLEDGE HAMMER HIT THE ENGINE. I HAVE BEEN TO AND CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER IN DUNN NC AND TOLD THEM THE ISSUES AND ASKED IF THE SEVERAL RECAL
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 4 recalls have been completed — free at any Ram dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)