2015 Ram 2500 Latches & Locks Problems
1 owner-reported latches & locks complaint from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Latches & Locks Recalls (1)
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.
Owner Complaints (1)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE CONTACT HEARD A BANG SOUND. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND FOUND THAT THE TAILGATE FELL DOWN AND STRUCK THE TRAILER JACK. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE TAILGATE OPENED AT LEAST TEN TIMES SINCE OCTOBER OF 2018. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LEN STOLER CHRYSLER/DODGE/RAM (1001 BALTIMORE BLVD, WESTMINSTER, MD 21157) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE TAILGATE WAS FINE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 34,000.