Ram Cargo Van · Model year 2015 · No longer built
2015 Ram Cargo Van specs, maintenance & manuals
Shopping for a used 2015 Ram Cargo Van or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 5 manufacturer publications, straight from the factory sources.
- Horsepower
- 283 hp
- Combined MPG
- 21
- Recalls
- 1
- Schedule covers
- 150k miles
2015 Ram Cargo Van specifications
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2015 specification sheet.
General information4 specs
- Vehicle Type
- Multipurpose vehicle, front-wheel drive
- Assembly Plant
- Windsor, Ontario, Canada
- EPA Vehicle Class
- Multipurpose vehicle
- Introduction date
- August 2011 as a 2012 model year
Body/chassis2 specs
- Layout
- Transverse front engine, front-wheel drive
- Construction
- Unitized steel with hinged front doors; sliding left and right side doors — power available; rear liftgate with gas props
Engine3.6-liter Pentastar V-6Engine: 3.6-liter Pentastar V-617 specs
- Availability
- Standard
- Type and Description
- 60-degree bank angle, liquid-cooled, with three-plenum intake manifold, electronically-controlled manifold tuning valve and short-runner valves
- Displacement (cu. in./cc)
- 3,605
- Bore x Stroke
- 96 x 83
- Valve System
- DOHC, 24 valves, hydraulic, roller finger followers
- Fuel Injection
- Sequential, multi-port, electronic
- Construction
- High-pressure die-cast A380 aluminum block with iron liners and semi-permanent mold A319 aluminum heads
- Compression Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Power (SAE net)
- 283 bhp (211 kW) @ 6,400 rpm
- Torque (SAE net)
- 260 lb.-ft. (353 N•m) @ 4,400 rpm
- Max. Engine Speed
- 6,800 rpm (electronically limited)
- Fuel Requirement
- Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 — preferred; Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 — acceptable
- Oil Capacity
- 6 qts. with dry filter
- Coolant Capacity
- 10.3 qts. (9.75 liter)
- Emission Controls
- Dual catalytic converter, four heated oxygen sensors, electronic EGR and internal engine features(a)
- Estimated EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) NAFTA Markets
- 18/26
- Assembly Plant
- Trenton Engine Plant, Trenton, Mich.
(a) Meets Federal Tier 2, Bin 5 and ULEV II requirements in California, Massachusetts, New York, Maine, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Oregon and Washington; also meets Euro IV.
Transaxle62TE, automatic six-speed overdriveTransaxle: 62TE, automatic six-speed overdrive12 specs
- Availability
- Standard
- Description
- Six-speed, adaptive electronic control, electronically-modulated torque converter clutch, Electronic Range Select (ERS)
- 1st
- 4.127
- 2nd
- 2.842
- 3rd
- 2.283
- 4th
- Upshift – 1.452 WOT kickdown – 1.570
- 5th
- 1.0
- 6th
- 0.690
- Reverse
- 3.214
- Transfer Ratio
- 0.95
- Final Drive Ratio
- 3.16
- Overall Top Gear
- 2.24
Electrical system2 specs
- Alternator
- 160A
- Battery
- 730 CCA, maintenance-free
Suspension2 specs
- Front
- Independent MacPherson strut, coil over gas-charged shock absorbers, stabilizer bar with isolated suspension cradle
- Rear
- Twist-beam axle with coil springs, track bar
Steering4 specs
- Type
- Power rack and pinion
- Overall Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb)
- 39.1 ft. (11.92 m)
- Steering Turns (lock-to-lock)
- 2.90
Brakes15 specs
- Power Assist Type
- All — 9 x 9 (230 x 230) tandem-diaphragm vacuum — standard
- Power Assist Type
- All — 8 x 9 (204 x 230) tandem-diaphragm vacuum — optional
- Availability
- U.S. — standard on all models
- Front — Size and Type
- 13.0 x 1.1 (330 x 28) vented rotors with 51 mm single-piston caliper — standard
- Front — Swept Area (total front)
- 73.6 sq. in. (475 sq. cm) — standard
- Front — Size and Type
- 11.9 x 1.1 (302 x 28) vented rotors with 66 mm single-piston caliper — optional
- Front — Swept Area (total front)
- 54.3 sq. in. (350 sq. cm) — optional
- Rear — Size and Type
- 12.9 x 0.47 (328 x 12) solid rotors with 45 mm single-piston IPB caliper — standard
- Rear — Swept Area (total rear)
- 66.5 sq. in. (429 sq. cm) — standard
- Rear — Size and Type
- 12.0 x 0.47 (305 x 12) solid rotors with 42 mm single-piston IPB caliper - Optional
- Rear — Swept Area (total rear)
- 54.3 sq. in. (350 sq. cm) — optional
- Parking Brake Type
- Integral parking brake
- Four-wheel Anti-lock brakes
- Standard
- Electronic Stability Control
- Standard
- All-speed traction control
- Standard
Dimensions and capacities22 specs
- Wheelbase
- 121.2 (3,078.2)
- Overhang — Front
- 37.8 (960.9)
- Overhang — Rear
- 43.8 (1,112.1)
- Track — Front
- 65.5 (1,663.2)
- Track — Rear
- 64.8 (1,645.0)
- Overall Length
- 202.8 (5,151.2)
- Overall Width
- 78.7 (2,000.0)
- Overall Width with Mirrors
- 89.5 (2,273.7)
- Overall Height
- 69.0 (1,751.6)
- Liftover Height
- 26.2 (666.6)
- Cargo Width at Wheelhouse
- 48.7 (1,235.8)
- Maximum Cargo Height
- 48.2 (1,225.4)
- Angle of Approach (curb load) (degrees)
- 13.9
- Angle of Departure (curb load) (degrees)
- 20.6
- Breakover Angle (curb load) (degrees)
- 14.2
- Minimum Running Ground Clearance (curb load)
- 6.4 (163.3)
- Fuel Tank Capacity, (gal./L)
- 20 (76)
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), (lbs./kg)
- 6,050 (2,744.2)
- Towing Capacity, (lbs./kg)
- 3,600 (1,632.9)
- U.S. Curb Weight, (lbs./kg)
- 4,150 (1,886)
- Payload, lbs. (lbs./kg)
- 1,800 (818)
- Weight Distribution % F/R
- 59/41
All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted, measured at curb weight with standard tires and wheels.
Accommodations9 specs
- Seating Capacity — F/I/R
- 2
- Front — Head Room
- 39.8 (1,011.9)
- Front — Head Room with Sunroof
- 37.2 (946.0)
- Front — Legroom
- 40.7 (1,034.4)
- Front — Shoulder Room
- 63.7 (1,618.6)
- Front — Hip Room
- 58.4 (1,484.5)
- Front — Seat Travel
- 8.7 (220)
- Cargo Volume — Maximum Cargo Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)
- 155.5 (4.4)
- Cargo Volume — Total Passenger plus Cargo Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)
- 195.8 (5.54)
Wheels (U.S.)2 options
| Availability | Size | Type and Material |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 17 x 6.5 | Painted steel with bolt-on wheel cover |
| Optional (limited availability for 16-in. wheels) | 16 x 6.5 | Painted steel with bolt-on wheel cover |
Tires (U.S.)2 options
| Availability | Revs per Mile (km) | Size and Type | Model |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 728 (456) | 225/65R17 BSW, All-season | Yokohama Avid S33 |
| Optional (limited availability for 16-in. wheels) | 760 (475) | 225/65R16 BSW, All-season | Yokohama Avid C33 |
Source: 2015 Ram Cargo Van Specifications (Stellantis media site).
2015 Ram Cargo Van fuel economy (EPA)
The EPA rates the 2015 Ram Cargo Van at 21 MPG combined. Every EPA test configuration is below, from the government's fuel-economy database.
City, highway and combined figures are in MPG (MPGe on electricity).
| Version | Engine | Transmission · drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C/V Tradesman | 3.6L 6-cylinder | 6-speed automatic · FWD | 18MPG | 26MPG | 21MPG | $2,950 | 433 |
| C/V Tradesman | 3.6L 6-cylinderFFV | 6-speed automatic · FWD | 18MPG | 26MPG | 21MPG | $2,950 | 433 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. MPG is miles per gallon (MPGe for electric operation). Plug-in hybrids list gasoline-only MPG with the electric rating underneath. Annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year at the EPA's fuel-price assumptions, so yours will differ. Range is total driving range on a full tank or charge.
2015 Ram Cargo Van wheels & tires
Factory tire and wheel sizes, spare and the pressure to run, from the spec sheet and owner's manual.
| Fits | Tire | Wheel | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TradesmanStandard | 225/65R17Yokohama Avid S33 | 17 × 6.5 in, painted steel | all-season, black sidewall |
| TradesmanOptional | 225/65R16Yokohama Avid C33 | 16 × 6.5 in, painted steel | all-season, black sidewall; limited availability with 16-in. wheels |
- Cold tire pressure
- Not a single number: the owner's manual refers to the tire and loading placard (driver's side B-pillar or rear edge of the driver's door), which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
- Spare
- Sheet has no spare row; the manual covers a compact spare, a full-size spare or a tire service kit depending on equipment.
- Lug nut torque
- 100 ft-lb (135 N·m), M12 x 1.25 thread, 19 mm socket
- Pressure monitor
- A tire pressure monitoring system warns when a tire is low.
Sizes and pressures vary by trim, wheel package and load: check the placard on your vehicle and the tire sidewall. Sizes from the manufacturer's specification sheet (2015 Ram Cargo Van Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.
2015 Ram Cargo Van maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first.
Additional Inspections
- Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary
- Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary
Additional Maintenance
- Replace cabin/air conditioning filter
| Service | 20k2 yr | 30k3 yr | 40k4 yr | 50k5 yr | 60k6 yr | 70k7 yr | 80k8 yr | 90k9 yr | 100k10 yr | 110k11 yr | 120k12 yr | 130k13 yr | 140k14 yr | 150k15 yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV joints | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace cabin/air conditioning filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine). (Mileage based only; yearly intervals do not apply.) | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first | ||||||||||||||
| Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing | ||||||||||||||
| Change automatic transmission fluid and filter | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary | ||||||||||||||
Once a month or before a long trip
- Check engine oil level
- Check windshield washer fluid level
- Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power steering and fill as needed
- Check function of all interior and exterior lights
At every oil change
- Change oil and filter
- Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
- Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
- Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
- Inspect exhaust system
- Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
Severe duty (all models)
- Change engine oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off-road environment
- Oil change intervals must never exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first
Transcribed from the printed schedule in the owner's manual.
Compare with another year2015 Ram Cargo Van fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank (approximate) | 20 gal76 L | |
| Engine oil with filter | 3.6L engine | 6 qt5.6 L |
| Cooling system | 3.6L engine | 13.4 qt12.6 L |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | 10 Year/150,000 Mile OAT (Organic Additive Technology) antifreeze/coolantMS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula |
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-20, API CertifiedMS-6395 | Mopar engine oil |
| Engine oil filter | — | Mopar Engine Oil Filters |
| Spark plugs | — | Mopar Spark Plugs |
| Fuel selection | 87 octane | — |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid (only) | Mopar ATF+4 |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3 brake fluid (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 unavailable) | Mopar DOT 3 |
| Power steering reservoir | Power steering fluid +4 or ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid | Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4; Mopar ATF+4 |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 10% (E10) |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque |
|---|---|
| Lug nuts/boltsThread M12 x 1.2519 mm socket | 100 ft‑lb (135 N·m) |
- Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
- Add 2.9 qt (2.8 L) of coolant if equipped with a rear heater.
- Oil and fluid choices listed are for the 3.6L engine, the only engine in this manual.
- Check lug torque again after 25 miles (40 km).
Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2015 Ram Cargo Van recalls & safety
What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2015 Ram Cargo Van: 1 recall campaign and 2 owner complaints. Fetched November 8, 2026.
NHTSA hasn't published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2015 Ram Cargo Van.
Recalls (1)
Newest first. A campaign covers certain vehicles of this model year, not necessarily every one. To see which apply to a specific vehicle, and whether the fix has been done, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer; repairs are free of charge.
Air bagsSeptember 4, 2014 · Campaign 14V528000
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram C/V Tradesman cargo vans, equipped with two front bucket seats and no rear seating, manufactured July 25, 2012, to August 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, road hazards such as potholes may cause the front passenger side curtain and/or seat air bags to deploy unexpectedly.
Risk: Inadvertent air bag deployment can increase the risk of crash or injury to the seat occupant.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the software in the Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P51.
Campaign 14V528000 on NHTSA.govOwner complaints by component
- Complaints
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Electrical system2
- Engine1
Complaints are reports owners filed with NHTSA; they are not verified and a complaint can name more than one component. A high count reflects how many were sold as much as how often something fails.
Source: NHTSA public data (recalls, complaints and the New Car Assessment Program), covering C/V Tradesman, Cargo. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.
2015 Ram Cargo Van owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2015 model year.
Owner's manuals
Uconnect & radio
On Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
Salt, snow and hills: the data
The 2015 Ram Cargo Van against salt, snow and steep grades
Lake-effect squalls, roads soaked in brine, potholes that open with every thaw and long Appalachian grades: driving in the Great Lakes states asks a lot of tires, batteries and undersides. These notes take the 2015 Cargo Van figures above and flag the ones that carry the most weight in West Virginia.
Pothole season and the factory tire sizes
Smallest factory tire: 225/65R16. Freeze-thaw cycles break up asphalt across the Great Lakes states, and one jolt can knock the alignment out without leaving a mark on the wheel. If the steering wheel sits off-center or the Cargo Van wanders after a pothole, get the alignment checked before the tire edges wear. A winter set on 16-inch wheels also keeps salt off the originals.
Oil for a frozen-driveway start
Factory oil: SAE 5W-20, 6 qt per change with a filter. A Grand Rapids or Toledo January can leave an engine at single digits overnight, and at start-up the oil has to reach the top of the engine fast. The 5W part of the grade is its cold-flow rating, so keep it rather than going thicker for winter. Short trips that never fully warm the engine let moisture collect in the oil; a longer drive clears it.
Cranking power for a lake-effect morning
Rated battery output: 730 cold-cranking amps, measured at 0°F. A single-digit night in Traverse City or Fort Wayne cuts what the battery can deliver just as the stiff engine asks more of the starter. Past three winters, an October load test tells you more than the date sticker. Charging comes from a 160-amp alternator.
Which wheels do the pulling
This model year was built with front-wheel drive only. On an icy grade, smooth throttle beats wheelspin, and winter tires do more for a front-wheel drive vehicle than any other change. When lake-effect snow turns an interstate white in minutes, leave several car lengths more than usual and let the vehicles with driven wheels at both ends sort themselves out ahead of you.
Coolant through freeze and climb
Fluids table: OAT coolant (10-year/150,000-mile formula), 13.4 qt. Scheduled replacement comes at 10 years or 150,000 miles. Stick to that chemistry, since mixing coolant types can shorten their protective life. On a used Cargo Van from West Virginia, ask whether the coolant was changed on time, and check the level in the overflow tank with the engine cold before you drive it.
Ground clearance, snowbelt to hills
The spec sheet puts ground clearance at 6.4 inches. Height matters for salt too: a low underbody pushes through slush and packs it around lines and heat shields, where it sits for days. After a slushy week in Beckley, a run through an underbody wash clears out what the clearance couldn't avoid.
When the schedule shortens oil changes
No matter what the indicator says, intervals top out at 10,000 miles. Warm-up idling and slow lake-effect commutes rack up running time faster than the odometer shows, so the calendar can be the limit that comes first.
Each spec in these notes is pulled from the tables above. The commentary on salt, snow, potholes and grades is general guidance for the Great Lakes states; the owner's manual remains the authority.
2015 Ram Cargo Van questions
How much oil does the 2015 Ram Cargo Van take?
With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 6 qt / 5.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2015 Ram Cargo Van use?
Engine oil: SAE 5W-20, API Certified (MS-6395).
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2015 Ram Cargo Van?
At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2015 Ram Cargo Van owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
What MPG does the 2015 Ram Cargo Van get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Ram Cargo Van at 21 MPG combined, depending on the version. 3.6L 6-cylinder, 6-speed automatic, FWD: 18 city / 26 highway / 21 combined. Ratings are the EPA's laboratory figures from fueleconomy.gov; real-world mileage varies with driving, load and weather.
What size tires does the 2015 Ram Cargo Van use?
Factory tire sizes: 225/65R17 (Tradesman); 225/65R16 (Tradesman). The recommended cold inflation pressure for your exact tires is on the tire placard (driver's side B-pillar or rear edge of the driver's door), not in a single table.
Does the 2015 Ram Cargo Van have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2015 Ram Cargo Van. The most recent: Air bags (September 2014). NHTSA's data was last fetched November 8, 2026. Recalls are listed by model year, so a given vehicle may or may not be covered: enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer to see which are open.
What are the most common safety complaints about the 2015 Ram Cargo Van?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2015 Ram Cargo Van with NHTSA. The components named most often are electrical system (2) and engine (1). Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle. This model is no longer sold new.