Ram chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate.
The short version
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported a problem with the tailgate latch. Here is what owners need to know.
Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks.
If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 19V-347.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2013–2018 | Ram 1500 |
| 2013–2018 | Ram 2500 |
| 2013–2018 | Ram 3500 |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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