Tailgate may open while driving
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2019-2022 ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. the tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.
Safety Consequence
An unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed december 22, 2022. owners may contact fca us, llc customer service at 1-800-853-1403. fca us, llc's number for this recall is zb8.
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FAQ: Recall 22V904000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V904000?
NHTSA recall 22V904000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on December 8, 2022. It addresses: Tailgate may open while driving. The recall affects approximately 1,224,078 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V904000 or the manufacturer campaign number ZB8. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.