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2019-2022 Ram 1500, Ram 2500 and others recall: hinge and attachments

Chrysler (FCA Us, LLC) reported this safety recall on December 8, 2022. It covers about 1,224,078 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,224,078
reported
Dec 8, 2022
owners notified
Dec 22, 2022
related complaints
254

Structure: body: tailgate: hinge and attachments

What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.
Risk
An unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB8.

Recall number 22V904000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 254 complaints about body problems.

2019 Ram 15002020 Ram 15002021 Ram 15002022 Ram 15002019 Ram 25002020 Ram 25002021 Ram 2500

Questions about recall 22V904000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2022 Ram 1500, Ram 2500 and others hinge and attachments?

Yes. Recall 22V904000, reported on December 8, 2022, covers about 1,224,078 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V904000?

Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB8.

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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