NHTSA Recall 19V347000
NHTSA Campaign Id 19V347000; Date: May. 9, 2019
if the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 RAM 1500; 2016 RAM 1500; 2017 RAM 1500; 2018 RAM 1500; 2015 RAM 2500; 2016 RAM 2500; 2017 RAM 2500; 2018 RAM 2500; 2015 RAM 3500; 2016 RAM 3500; 2017 RAM 3500; 2018 RAM 3500
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch
Manufactured by: Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
Affected Units:: 410,351
Recall Summary:
chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2015-2017 ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot truck bed and a power locking tailgate. chrysler is also recalling all 2018 ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before april 1, 2018 that are equipped with a power locking tailgate. the tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.
How to Fix:
chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin june 28, 2019. owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403. fca us's number for this recall is v44. note: 2015-2017 my ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under nhtsa recall 18v-486 for this issue.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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