Five problems related to tailgate have been reported for the 2020 Ford F-250. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
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.
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.
Tailgate opens while towing a trailer.
Tailgate open while towing trailer.
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.