2023 RAM Promaster steering problems
35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2023 RAM Promaster — 41% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The steering wheel bucks and becomes immovable when I’m steering. The problem is intermittent and happens primarily when driving slowly, such as getting maneuvered at a gas pump or parking. It has also happened at highway speeds when there are rumble strips, in construction zones, or broken…”
filed Sep 12, 2026
“The contact owns a 2023 Ram ProMaster 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the power steering suddenly failed, causing the steering wheel to jerk unexpectedly and pull out of the contact's grip. No warning lights illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure…”
filed Aug 27, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Promaster years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Promaster | 19 | 30% |
| 2021 Promaster | 4 | 4% |
| 2020 Promaster | 3 | 7% |
| 2019 Promaster | 2 | 3% |
| 2018 Promaster | 2 | 5% |
| 2017 Promaster | 3 | 5% |
| 2016 Promaster | 1 | 3% |
| 2015 Promaster | 1 | 2% |
| 2014 Promaster | 2 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 RAM Promaster
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.