The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·18V486000·Announced 2018-07-27

RAM Pickup Trucks Recalled for Tailgate Latch Fracture Risk

Chrysler is recalling 2015-2017 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks because the tailgate latch may fracture and open while driving, potentially causing cargo to fall out.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (tailgate latch fracture) that can cause cargo to fall out while driving, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury risk.

Plain-English 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 recall involves approximately 1,149,223 vehicles.

The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture, which can cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while the vehicle is in motion. If the tailgate opens while driving, cargo may fall out, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicle free of charge. The recall began on September 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
RAM 1500, 3500, 2500
Brand
RAM
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Pickup Truck
Hazard
Affected units
1,149,223

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • 1500
  • 3500
  • 2500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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