Tailgate problems of the 2020 Ford F-350

Three problems related to tailgate have been reported for the 2020 Ford F-350. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Tailgate problem

Failure Date: 04/09/2021

Tailgate released while towing 5th wheel trailer causing damage to tailgate and trailer. Safety issue and could have caused serious accident.

2 Tailgate problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2021

While driving the tailgate has come unlatched several times. It caused damage to the camper I was towing and the tailgate itself. A 30lb propane cylinder almost rolled out of the truck after the tailgate came down. It has been during highway traveling.

3 Tailgate problem

Failure Date: 08/08/2020

While traveling vehicle in motion electric tailgate spontaneously released damaging the tailgate and tow vehicle on 8/8/2020, 8/20/2020 and 9/3/2020. Tailgate released on several occasions while towing on city streets and highway.


Other Structure related problems of the 2020 Ford F-350

Body problems
3
Tailgate problems
3
Paint problems
1


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