2017 RAM 2500 Latch Problems
- 2
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Latch
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ram 2500. While driving 55 mph and hauling a trailer, the tailgate latch detached without warning. The vehicle was taken to brewbaker dodge chrysler jeep ram of prattville ([redacted], prattville, al 36066, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the tailgate latch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact…
ODI 11160960
Latch · Unknown Or Other
Tailgate lock actuator defect. Tailgate falls randomly while truck in motion when vehicle locks doors once in motion automatically. The actuator over rotates and unlocks tailgate allowing it to drop. Also when using key fob to lock doors actuator over rotates causing tailgate unlock and allows it to fall.
ODI 11056144