2020 Ram Promaster: backup camera failure

Filed Jun 17, 2026 · Driver assistance · TX

The rear backup camera is intermediate and does NOT provide a visible image 90% of the time. When the vehicle is in reverse the display reports a message, "Camera System Unavailable". The van doesn't have rear or side windows and makes it nearly impossible to safely backup the vehicle.

Filed May 13, 2026 · Driver assistance, Electrical · CA

The rear backup camera has been intermittently failing for over one year on this 2020 RAM ProMaster 2500. The failure has now become more frequent and extended. When the fault occurs, the infotainment screen displays a permanent "Camera System Unavailable" message that blocks access to all other functions including radio, phone, and navigation. The failure occurs in all gear positions and persists after engine restart. The only temporary resolution has been extended power-off periods. The dealer confirmed this vehicle is covered under Manufacturer Recall 59C / the federal safety agency Recall 25V‑552 but stated no remedy parts are available. No written service record was created for this report. No interim remedy or timeline was provided. The recall was issued August 2025 and as of May 2026 remains unresolved. This constitutes a direct safety hazard during reversing maneuvers, consistent with the federal safety agency's own safety risk description for this recall.

Filed Apr 16, 2026 · Electrical, Visibility · MI · crash

Pertaining to the open recall: Manufacturer Recall Number59C the federal safety agency Recall Number25V-552 We had called last year when the back camera started acting up; was told there was a pending recall to release by the end of the year (Dec 2025). Called back January 2026 to see about a fix on the recall, was notified they have the recall, but there wasn't a part for the fix yet and to call back later. Called back March 2026 because the issue seems to be getting worse and the rear camera sometimes just doesn't turn on at all; and was told there was still no part yet. So was going to wait another two months before calling again. But today (April 2026) one of our drivers accidently backed into a truck, luckily all of our drivers have been hyper cautious so they weren't going very fast so there were no damages to the other vehicle. Not having a fix for the rear view camera system still, has made our drivers feel uneasy when they have to take this van out. It's definitely a huge safety issue, especially since there is no visibility to look out the rear windows. A fix for this would be greatly appreciated.

Filed Apr 13, 2026 · Driver assistance · NY

Recall from 2025 every time I call they telling me the part is not available The rear view camera thermal fatigue cracks Increasing the risk of a crash

Filed Mar 28, 2026 · CO

Rearview camera only works 10% of the time; recall was issues in Aug '25, but there is still not a remedy. Seems pretty easy to just install a new camera, not sure why this is taking so long. The vehicle has horrible sight lines, backing up is near impossible on your own. Recall Info: Aug 26,2025 Manufacturer Recall Number59C the federal safety agency Recall Number25V-552

Filed Feb 1, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · TX

The vehicle is subject to two active safety recalls issued by the manufacturer, including a recall related to the rear backup camera system. The manufacturer has acknowledged the safety defects, but no remedy has been released for an extended period of time. The backup camera recall affects rear visibility while reversing, which poses a safety risk to the driver, passengers, pedestrians, and nearby vehicles. The backup camera intermittently fails or does not display an image as intended. The recall has been open for several months, and no estimated repair timeline has been provided by the manufacturer or dealer. I have contacted the dealer/manufacturer and was informed that no remedy is currently available. This vehicle is used regularly, increasing concern about continued operation with unresolved safety defects. The vehicle remains in service with known safety defects and no corrective action offered. This report is being submitted due to the prolonged delay in providing a remedy for acknowledged safety recalls.

Filed Oct 30, 2025 · Driver assistance · 110,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2020 Ram Promaster 1500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was black or inverted while reversing. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Oct 27, 2025 · CA

Rear view camera does not work - shows blank screen or inverted image. Very dangerous when backing up as you cannot see if anyone or another car is behind you.

Filed Sep 10, 2024 · Driver assistance, Electrical · FL

Image on the backup camera is flipped. I checked online forums and it seems like this is a common problem without an adequate solution to make backing safe

Filed May 7, 2024 · IL

Back up camera goes in and out works sometimes and sometimes it doesn't.

Filed Aug 23, 2021 · Electrical · AZ

Radio system, navigation, backup camera and associated telematic system failure. The radio in the RAM Promaster functions as a control center for many safety functions. It intermittently fails while driving the RAM Promaster. It has been in multiple (4) times for service. Replaced on 6/24/2021. Problem reoccurred on 8/12/2021. No solution at this time from Fiat - Chrysler (FCA). This is a problem that may be internal and does not report buss data. Safety put at risk with no camera functions or communications.