2013-2018 Ram 1500, Ram 2500 and others recall: latch

Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on May 9, 2019. It covers about 1,103,209 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,103,209
reported: May 9, 2019
owners notified: May 23, 2019
related complaints: 54

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 an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.
Risk: If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under the federal safety agency recall 18V‑486 for this issue.

Recall number 19V347000

Affected vehicles

Ram 1500 2013-2018 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Ram 2500 2013-2018 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Ram 3500 2013-2018 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 54 complaints about locks problems.

2015 Ram 1500 2016 Ram 1500 2017 Ram 1500 2018 Ram 1500 2015 Ram 2500 2016 Ram 2500 2017 Ram 2500 2018 Ram 2500 2015 Ram 3500 2016 Ram 3500 2017 Ram 3500 2018 Ram 3500

Questions about recall 19V347000

Is there a recall on the 2013-2018 Ram 1500, Ram 2500 and others latch?

Yes. Recall 19V347000, reported on May 9, 2019, covers about 1,103,209 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V347000?

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under the federal safety agency recall 18V‑486 for this issue.

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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