NHTSA Recall 22V904000: Hinge and attachments (structure)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,224,078 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the RAM 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V904000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | ZB8 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › TAILGATE › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS |
| Report received | December 8, 2022 |
| Owner notification | December 22, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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 risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V904000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| RAM 1500 | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| RAM 2500 | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| RAM 3500 | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
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.