2016 Ram 2500 | 2017 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 1500 | 2015 Ram 1500 | 2016 Ram 1500 | 2016 Ram 3500 | 2015 Ram 2500 | 2015 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 2500 — Structure: body: tailgate
Published July 27, 2018 · Recall initiated: July 27, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V486000, published July 27, 2018. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2016 Ram 2500 | 2017 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 1500 | 2015 Ram 1500 | 2016 Ram 1500 | 2016 Ram 3500 | 2015 Ram 2500 | 2015 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 2500 — Structure: body: tailgate.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- RAM
- Model
- 2500
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2016 RAM 2500 | 2017 RAM 3500 | 2017 RAM 1500 | 2015 RAM 1500 | 2016 RAM 1500 | 2016 RAM 3500 | 2015 RAM 2500 | 2015 RAM 3500 | 2017 RAM 2500
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Ram 2500 | 2017 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 1500 | 2015 Ram 1500 | 2016 Ram 1500 | 2016 Ram 3500 | 2015 Ram 2500 | 2015 Ram 3500 | 2017 Ram 2500 — Structure: body: tailgate recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V486000 on July 27, 2018. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: RAM. Model: 2500.