Recall 22V904000

STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Report Date
20221208
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Affected Vehicles
12 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2019 RAM 1500
2019 RAM 2500
2019 RAM 3500
2020 RAM 1500
2020 RAM 2500
2020 RAM 3500
2021 RAM 1500
2021 RAM 2500
2021 RAM 3500
2022 RAM 1500
2022 RAM 2500
2022 RAM 3500

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.