NHTSA Campaign Id 22V904000; Date: Dec. 8, 2022
an unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:2019 RAM 1500; 2020 RAM 1500; 2021 RAM 1500; 2022 RAM 1500; 2019 RAM 2500; 2020 RAM 2500; 2021 RAM 2500; 2022 RAM 2500; 2019 RAM 3500; 2020 RAM 3500; 2021 RAM 3500; 2022 RAM 3500
Component: Structure:body:tailgate:hinge And Attachments
Manufactured by: Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Affected Units:: 1,234,657
Recall Summary:chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2019-2022 ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. the tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.
How to Fix:dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed january 27, 2023. owners may contact fca us, llc customer service at 1-800-853-1403. fca us, llc's number for this recall is zb8.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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