Issue ID | 1459526 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11084255 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 2500 |
Model Year | 2016 |
File date | 02/04/18 |
Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | When operating 2016 ram 2500 and towing a trailer, the tailgate dropped while traveling causing the tailgate to become damaged and striking the trailers jack handle and bending tailgate. I've read several complaints that the tailgates are dropping while operating truck. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 3 |
Number of Occurences | |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | GARNET VALLEY, PA |
VIN pattern | 3C6UR5CL0GGXXXXXX |
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 | 18/06/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 35 |
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