NHTSA Recall 19V864000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 231,664 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford F-250 SD.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V864000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 19S48 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › TAILGATE › LATCH |
| Report received | December 4, 2019 |
| Owner notification | January 22, 2020 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks equipped with an electric tailgate latch release switch mounted in the tailgate handle. Water may enter the electrical wiring system and cause a short circuit, activating the switch and releasing the tailgate latches.
Safety risk
Unintended tailgate opening may allow unrestrained cargo to fall out of the truck bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate/frame wiring harnesses by adding jumper pigtails to isolate the tailgate release control circuits and will install a new tailgate handle release switch, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S48.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V864000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford F-250 SD | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Ford F-350 SD | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Ford F-450 SD | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.