Ram recall: Structure
What is wrong
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 could happen
If the tailgate latch releases and the tailgate opens while driving, cargo may fall out, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Vehicles covered
- Ram 1500 2015–2017
- Ram 2500 2015–2017
- Ram 3500 2015–2017
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 18V486000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Chrysler (Fca Us LLC)
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jul 27, 2018
- Owners notified
- Sep 17, 2018
- Vehicles or items affected
- 1,149,223
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- May 30, 2014 to Aug 2, 2017
- Part
- Structure › Body › Tailgate; Latches/locks/linkages › Tailgate › Latch
- Maker's own recall number
- U74
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.safercar.gov.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Ram recall: Electrical system Apr 9, 2026
- Jeep / Ram recall: Exterior lighting Feb 2, 2026
- Ram recall: Air bags Dec 18, 2025
- Ram recall: Electrical system Dec 1, 2025
- Ram recall: Air bags Dec 1, 2025
- Ram recall: Steering Nov 6, 2025
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.