RAM 1500 2021: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

General Information

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

Summary

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.

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.

Notes

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.