Recall 14V034 affects 5,664 2014 Ram Promaster vans for brake hose damage that can leak brake fluid. Repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.
Ram is recalling 5,664 2014 Promaster vans because a manufacturing tool damaged a brake hose, allowing brake fluid to leak. Brake fluid loss reduces brake performance and lengthens stopping distance, which raises crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Ram makes the remedy available.
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What's wrong?
The brake hose on the 2014 Ram Promaster is a flexible line in the hydraulic brake system. It carries pressurized brake fluid to the foundation brake components, where that pressure helps apply the brakes at the wheels. The hose has to stay sealed while it flexes with steering, suspension movement, heat, and road vibration.
In NHTSA campaign 14V034, the problem traces to manufacturing. A tool damaged one brake hose on affected Ram Promaster vehicles. That damage opens a path for brake fluid to leak from the hose. When fluid leaks out, the system loses the pressure it needs to apply the brakes consistently.
There is no warning sign before failure. Once a leak starts, an owner can see brake fluid near a wheel area or feel a brake pedal that does not respond normally.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Ram Promaster | hydraulic brake hose |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5,664 |
Not every 2014 Ram Promaster van is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.
What's the safety risk?
Brake fluid leakage reduces braking performance, lengthens stopping distance, and increases the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, keep extra following distance and arrange the dealer inspection and any hose replacement promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Ram dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Ram Promaster is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ram dealer and ask whether recall number 14V034 is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the free brake-hose inspection and replacement that fixes the brake-fluid leak risk if the dealer confirms service is available.
- Bring the recall notice if Ram mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V034 and Ram recall P03 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the inspection is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer once the repair is open, a Ram technician inspects the brake hoses for manufacturing damage and replaces any hose that shows damage or leaks brake fluid. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Ask the service desk how the inspection will be handled if the vehicle has already had brake hose work tied to recall 14V034.
Timeline
| February 4, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 26, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V034?
Recall 14V034 covers 5,664 2014 Ram Promaster vans built from July 1, 2013, through November 15, 2013. A brake hose was damaged during manufacturing, which can leak brake fluid and reduce braking performance. Ram dealers inspect and replace the brake hoses for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Ram Promaster is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific van is included in recall 14V034. If it is, contact a franchised Ram dealer and ask for the brake hose inspection under recall P03. The dealer replaces the affected brake hoses for free when replacement is needed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V034, a franchised Ram dealer inspects the brake hoses and replaces damaged hoses free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking performance. If brake fluid leaks from a damaged hose, the van needs more distance to stop, which increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free inspection and repair with a Ram dealer.
What if I bought my Ram Promaster used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2014 Ram Promaster is included, then give recall number 14V034 or Ram recall P03 to the dealer service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V034000 |
|---|---|
| Ram customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V034 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V034000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →