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
makesAndModels2015-2017 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.