Overview of the Recall

FCA US, a subsidiary of Stellantis, has announced a recall affecting approximately 266,000 Ram ProMaster vans. According to documentation submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall stems from potential failures in the electric power steering assist system triggered by water intrusion within the vehicle's wiring harness.

The scope of the recall covers specific 2022-2026 Ram ProMaster 1500, 2500, and 3500 models, as well as 2024-2026 Ram ProMaster 3500 electric variants. Data from the recall report indicates that an estimated 7.7% of the total vehicle population involved may possess this defect.


Technical Cause and Risks

The primary concern, as outlined in the official report, is that water entering the electric power steering system can cause corrosion in the wiring harness. This, in turn, can lead to intermittent or total loss of power steering assistance. The failure often occurs without prior warning to the driver, though the dashboard may display a fault light if the system malfunctions. Such a loss of steering control significantly elevates the risk of a collision.


Investigation and Customer Impact

The investigation into this matter began following reports of potential safety risks:

  • In September 2025, the NHTSA initiated a pre-investigation inquiry after receiving owner complaints.
  • FCA US commenced an internal review on January 8, 2026.
  • The NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened a formal probe in March 2026, following 19 owner questionnaires.

By June 2026, FCA US had identified hundreds of customer records and thousands of warranty claims related to the issue. Following a comprehensive review of production and design records, the automaker confirmed a total of 4,401 potential warranty claims and field reports. While the company is aware of one accident potentially linked to this defect, no injuries have been reported.


Remediation Plan

Regarding the repair process, FCA noted in a bulletin to dealers:

«Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wiring harness or the electric power steering gear at no cost with improved sealing to protect against water intrusion.»

While the specific remedy is not currently available, it is expected to be ready by the fourth quarter of 2026. Interim notification letters are scheduled to be sent to owners starting November 17. Additionally, FCA US has issued a separate recall for roughly 8,400 Mopar body and jumper wiring harnesses sold as replacement parts, which share the same identified defect.