Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #18V486000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V486000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Affecting 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 Includes 1,149,223 affected units, Tailgate May Open Unexpectedly, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

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

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V486000
Report Received Date: 2018-07-27T00:00:00
Subject: Tailgate may open unexpectedly
Component: Latches/locks/linkages
Potentially Affected Units: 1,149,223

Details

MFR Campaign Number: U74
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 75.75

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