Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 18V486000

Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate: latch

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2018-07-27.

Recall campaignNHTSA 18V486000

Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate: latch

Component
Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate: latch
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Vehicles affected
1,149,223
Reported to NHTSA
2018-07-27
Owners notified
2018-09-17

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with a power locking tailgate and either a 5 foot, 7 inch or 6 foot, 4 inch bed. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.

Safety risk

If the tailgate latch releases and the tailgate opens while driving, cargo may fall out, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began September 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U74.

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.safercar.gov.

Scope of coverage

9 model years across 3 models.

ModelYears on record
Ram 15002017 2016 2015
Ram 25002017 2016 2015
Ram 35002017 2016 2015

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.