Tailgate problems of the 2020 Ford F-250

Five problems related to tailgate have been reported for the 2020 Ford F-250. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Tailgate problem

Failure Date: 01/25/2021

The electronic tailgate has opened by itself twice. One in a parking lot (not moving) and the other in my driveway (not moving). The only common thing is that it was raining both times.

2 Tailgate problem

Failure Date: 09/18/2020

Backing up in reverse with a trailer. Clear skies, dry weather and during daylight. Tailgate opens and hits the trailer jack causing extensive damage to tailgate, tailgate rail, pull out step.

3 Tailgate problem

Failure Date: 08/15/2020

Tailgate opens while towing a trailer.

4 Tailgate problem

Failure Date: 07/03/2020

Tailgate open while towing trailer.

5 Tailgate problem

Failure Date: 05/30/2020

While a trailer is attached to the truck, the tailgate opens automatically and without warning. The problem does not occur every time but does occur often while towing. It typically opens when first starting to move, whether forward or reverse. It may open repeatedly after closing and attempting to start moving again.




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