Recall 19V818 covers 99,128 2015-2018 Ram Promaster vans for engine cooling fan seizure and motor overheating. Repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.
Ram is recalling 99,128 2015-2018 Promaster vehicles because the engine cooling fan can seize and overheat the fan motor. An overheated fan motor increases the risk of a fire, and the dealer repair will be free once Ram makes the remedy available.
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What's wrong?
The engine cooling fan on affected 2015-2018 Ram Promaster vans equipped with a 3.0L diesel or 3.6L gasoline engine and A/C helps move air through the radiator and A/C condenser. It keeps engine temperature under control and helps the air conditioning system shed heat when the van is stopped or moving slowly.
On affected Promasters, the cooling fan can seize instead of spinning freely. If the fan locks up while commanded to run in high-speed mode, the fan motor draws too much electrical load. The circuit protection design does not fully protect the motor in that seized condition, so the motor can overheat and suffer thermal damage.
Before failure, some owners see the Check Engine light, the Engine Temperature Malfunction Indicator Light, or both. Those lights are the warning sign Ram identified for this recall.
Who's affected?
Both the air conditioner and cooling fan are included across the full 2015-2018 Promaster span.
| 2015 Ram Promaster | Air conditioner |
|---|---|
| 2015 Ram Promaster | Fan |
| 2016 Ram Promaster | Air conditioner |
| 2016 Ram Promaster | Fan |
| 2017 Ram Promaster | Air conditioner |
| 2017 Ram Promaster | Fan |
| 2018 Ram Promaster | Air conditioner |
| 2018 Ram Promaster | Fan |
| Units affected | 99,128 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.
What's the safety risk?
An overheated fan motor increases fire risk. If the Check Engine light or Engine Temperature Malfunction Indicator Light comes on, stop in a safe place and call a Ram dealer before continuing. Until the remedy is completed, schedule recall service as soon as your VIN is confirmed. Repair will be free at any franchised Ram dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2018 Ram Promaster is included in this recall.
- Wait for Ram's remedy notice before scheduling the final dealer repair; the engine-cooling-fan-module replacement is free once it opens.
- Call Ram customer service at 1-800-853-1403 with questions and reference recall number 19V818 when you call.
- Avoid running the A/C while waiting for repair guidance, since the cooling fan motor is the part tied to the fire risk.
- Bring the recall notice to a franchised Ram dealer once Ram confirms the repair is ready for your VIN.
What happens at the repair
Ram's final dealer repair is to replace the engine cooling fan module. Once that repair is available, a Ram technician replaces the module, and parts and labor are covered under the recall. If you already paid to repair this fan module problem before the owner letter, FCA US's reimbursement process covers documented expenses. Send the original receipt or other proof of payment as requested in the owner letter so the company can confirm the expense.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 15, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 4, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| January 4, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 4, 2020 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 4, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 7, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V818?
Recall 19V818 covers 99,128 2015-2018 Ram Promaster vans with 3.0L diesel or 3.6L gasoline engines, air conditioning, and an engine cooling fan that can seize. A seized fan can overheat the fan motor and increase fire risk. Ram dealers will replace the engine cooling fan module for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2018 Ram Promaster is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific van is included in recall 19V818. If it is, contact a franchised Ram dealer and ask for the engine cooling fan module replacement. Reference recall number 19V818 and Ram recall number VB2 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For this recall, Ram dealers will replace the engine cooling fan module free of charge, including parts and labor.
Is it safe to drive my Ram Promaster before this recall is fixed?
The recall identifies a fire risk from an overheated cooling fan motor. The filing does not include a do-not-drive order, but you should confirm your VIN and schedule the free dealer repair if your van is included. Call the dealer before driving if you notice smoke, burning odor, or overheating.
What if I bought my Ram Promaster used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received the December 10, 2019 interim notice or later recall letter, check your VIN and give recall number 19V818 to a franchised Ram dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V818000 |
|---|---|
| Ram customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V818 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V818000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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