RAM 1500 2021: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V904000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 1500 | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2022-12-22 | 2022-12-08 | 2022-12-08 |
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: ZB8
Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1224078
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
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.
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
