2015-2017 Ram 1500, Ram 2500 and others recall: latch
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on July 27, 2018. It covers about 1,149,223 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,149,223
- reported
- Jul 27, 2018
- owners notified
- Sep 17, 2018
- related complaints
- 34
Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate: latch
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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 number 18V486000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 34 complaints about locks problems.
2015 Ram 15002016 Ram 15002017 Ram 15002015 Ram 25002016 Ram 25002017 Ram 25002015 Ram 35002016 Ram 35002017 Ram 3500
Questions about recall 18V486000
Is there a recall on the 2015-2017 Ram 1500, Ram 2500 and others latch?
Yes. Recall 18V486000, reported on July 27, 2018, covers about 1,149,223 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V486000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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