| Issue ID | 1563864 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11207273 |
| Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
| Brand | FORD |
| Model | F-150 |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| File date | 12/05/19 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The problem is with the latch on the tailgate. The tailgate opens randomly while driving. This can occur when the tailgate is unlocked and also when it is locked. It is more likely to occur when going over a bump. I use my vehicle for work purposed and so i haul equipment and supplies. I have spoken with bill pierre ford in seattle wa about the problem and have been told that they are aware of the problem but that ford has not provided a fix and so they are not able to fix it. The danger and liability is significant and will cause accidents and deaths if it is not addressed immediately. I am putting a date below, but please be aware that this has occurred repeatedly. While i am currently using a bungee cords to make sure that nothing falls out (the cord prevents the gate from falling open) when the tailgate randomly releases, it would certainly put the lives of others at risk on daily basis. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 3000 |
| Number of Occurences | |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SHORELINE, WA |
| VIN pattern | 1FTM1CB8JFCXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 30 |
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