CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.
- Risk
- An unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB8.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The tailgate on certain Ram pickups may not latch properly because the tailgate strikers are misaligned with the box latch. If the tailgate isn't secured, it can open while the truck is being driven.
An unintended tailgate opening can cause cargo to fall onto the road, creating a hazard for other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. Owners should not ignore this, especially if they regularly carry loads in the bed.
The remedy is free. An authorized dealer will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust it if needed. Owners were notified by letter starting December 22, 2022, and can contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your truck is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| RAM 1500 | 2019202020212022 |
|---|---|
| RAM 2500 | 2019202020212022 |
| RAM 3500 | 2019202020212022 |