Issue ID | 1624514 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11287455 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 1500 |
Model Year | 2012 |
File date | 05/12/19 |
Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ram 1500. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate opened independently and caused objects to fall out onto the roadway. After several attempts, the tailgate was able to latch securely. The contact stated that this was the second incident of the tailgate failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000. The vin was not available. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 25000 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | EULESS, TX |
VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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