Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500

Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the tailgate latch (one problem).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Dodge Ram 1500

Problem Category Number of Problems
Latches/locks/linkage problems
3
Tailgate Latch problems
1

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The automatic door lock on driver side failed to engage at 15 mph. The passenger side did engage. Manually locking the driver side door resulted in failure to unlock when vehicle was shut down although the passenger side lock did successfully unlock.   Read details...

The Tailgate Latch problem

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 laramie. Upon purchasing the vehicle in 2008, the contact was informed that the vehicle would be compatible with a cab. He had a cab installed on the vehicle; however, the tailgate locking mechanism would not operate with the extended cab attachment.   Read details...


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