Tailgate opening by itself
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From: Weatherford Texas.
Bump this a bit, Its not just ford that has this issue, dodge is going to release a recall for thier tailgates opening by them selves also. 1.1 million trucks This is from my RV club site.
"PLEASE NOTE THE EXCLUSIONS IN THE FINAL PARAGRAPH.
If you're driving a 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 or 3500 pickup truck, make sure any precious cargo is carefully secured in the bed. That's because Ram is recalling 1.1 million of those trucks over concerns the tailgate could unexpectedly open.
The problem is due to the power-locking functionality of the tailgate on certain Ram trucks. A small piece inside the latch mechanism can break, allowing a component to move too far and pull on the unlocking arms, thus unlatching the tailgate. The recall involves modifying the latch to limit how far the actuator components can move. Ram plans to notify customers and dealers about the recall on Sept. 14. Until then, the automaker advises customers to tie-down or otherwise secure any cargo.
The recall doesn't affect every single 2015-2017 Ram truck. It's only applicable to models with power-locking, rather than manual, tailgates. And it also excludes trucks with an eight-foot bed. Still, 1.1 million is far from an insignificant number of vehicles."
"PLEASE NOTE THE EXCLUSIONS IN THE FINAL PARAGRAPH.
If you're driving a 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 or 3500 pickup truck, make sure any precious cargo is carefully secured in the bed. That's because Ram is recalling 1.1 million of those trucks over concerns the tailgate could unexpectedly open.
The problem is due to the power-locking functionality of the tailgate on certain Ram trucks. A small piece inside the latch mechanism can break, allowing a component to move too far and pull on the unlocking arms, thus unlatching the tailgate. The recall involves modifying the latch to limit how far the actuator components can move. Ram plans to notify customers and dealers about the recall on Sept. 14. Until then, the automaker advises customers to tie-down or otherwise secure any cargo.
The recall doesn't affect every single 2015-2017 Ram truck. It's only applicable to models with power-locking, rather than manual, tailgates. And it also excludes trucks with an eight-foot bed. Still, 1.1 million is far from an insignificant number of vehicles."
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x2 same issue. My bed cover would hold it up until I drove and then it would open. I disabled the keyfob tailgate release via forscan and no more issues. Wish I had the dash button on my 16.
Tuned
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From: Brentwood CA
Mine did this the other day. Happened right when I release the brake it dropped.
This could be an easy fix - require two depressions to open the taligate - like the remote start.
They need to get off their butts at Ford and do something before someone gets hurt.....
This could be an easy fix - require two depressions to open the taligate - like the remote start.
They need to get off their butts at Ford and do something before someone gets hurt.....
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From: Wyoming
My key fob requires 2 presses to drop the tailgate. It's printed right on the fob button.
I've tried dropping the tailgate using the button in the cab and there are some situations where it simply will NOT drop the tailgate. I didn't play with it much but it seems to only drop when the transmission is in Park.
I've tried dropping the tailgate using the button in the cab and there are some situations where it simply will NOT drop the tailgate. I didn't play with it much but it seems to only drop when the transmission is in Park.
Tuned
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From: Brentwood CA
My key fob requires 2 presses to drop the tailgate. It's printed right on the fob button.
I've tried dropping the tailgate using the button in the cab and there are some situations where it simply will NOT drop the tailgate. I didn't play with it much but it seems to only drop when the transmission is in Park.
I've tried dropping the tailgate using the button in the cab and there are some situations where it simply will NOT drop the tailgate. I didn't play with it much but it seems to only drop when the transmission is in Park.
Tuned
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From: Brentwood CA
i found the same. I barely brushed the switch reaching for the park brake release and it triggered and opened the tailgate. I unplugged mine since I have no need to open the tailgate from inside the truck. I can see how the impact from the park brake pedal sometimes sets it off
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From: Wyoming
I could see a fob getting pressed twice while in your pocket, especially if you have other stuff in your pocket. I keep mine in my pocket and if it's been inadvertently opened by being in my pocket it's only happened once.
The button in my cab doesn't seem to be sensitive. Now that I've said that I'm sure it will start dropping open at each bump in the road.
Tuned
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From: Brentwood CA
Sorry, I wasn't implying that. I posted what I did thinking that maybe there are different fobs for the variable trim levels.
I could see a fob getting pressed twice while in your pocket, especially if you have other stuff in your pocket. I keep mine in my pocket and if it's been inadvertently opened by being in my pocket it's only happened once.
The button in my cab doesn't seem to be sensitive. Now that I've said that I'm sure it will start dropping open at each bump in the road.
I could see a fob getting pressed twice while in your pocket, especially if you have other stuff in your pocket. I keep mine in my pocket and if it's been inadvertently opened by being in my pocket it's only happened once.
The button in my cab doesn't seem to be sensitive. Now that I've said that I'm sure it will start dropping open at each bump in the road.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Intermittent Electrical Concerns, Rear Parking Aid Camera Inop And/Or Uncommanded Tailgate Opening - Built On Or Before 7-Jun-2017 17-2196
16 October 2017
issue: Some 2017 F-Super Duty pickup vehicles built on or before 7-Jun-2017 may exhibit various intermittent electrical concerns due to water intrusion into the 14405 wire harness. Symptoms may include, but are not limited to, uncommanded tailgate opening when equipped with power tailgate, loss of communication on the medium speed controller area network (MS-CAN) and/or inoperative rear parking aid camera on vehicles without 360 degree view camera system.
Action: Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
2017 F-Super Duty 6.2L Pickup: Inspect Connectors And Replace The Wire Harness Includes Time To Remove/Install The Fuel Tank, Evaporative Emission Canister And Replace One (1) Of The Female Side Connectors (Can Be Claimed With Operation MT) (Do Not Use With Any Labor Operations Outside Of This Article) 172196A 4.1
2017 F-Super Duty 6.7L Pickup: Inspect Connectors And Replace The Wire Harness Includes Time To Remove/Install The Fuel And Reductant Tanks And Replace One (1) Of The Female Side Connectors (Can Be Claimed With Operation MT) (Do Not Use With Any Labor Operations Outside Of This Article) 172196B 4.5
2017 F-Super Duty: Additional Time To Be Claimed When More Than One (1) Connectors Need Replaced (Can Be Claimed In Operations A Or B) MT172196 Actual Time
Intermittent Electrical Concerns, Rear Parking Aid Camera Inop And/Or Uncommanded Tailgate Opening - Built On Or Before 7-Jun-2017 17-2196
16 October 2017
issue: Some 2017 F-Super Duty pickup vehicles built on or before 7-Jun-2017 may exhibit various intermittent electrical concerns due to water intrusion into the 14405 wire harness. Symptoms may include, but are not limited to, uncommanded tailgate opening when equipped with power tailgate, loss of communication on the medium speed controller area network (MS-CAN) and/or inoperative rear parking aid camera on vehicles without 360 degree view camera system.
Action: Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
2017 F-Super Duty 6.2L Pickup: Inspect Connectors And Replace The Wire Harness Includes Time To Remove/Install The Fuel Tank, Evaporative Emission Canister And Replace One (1) Of The Female Side Connectors (Can Be Claimed With Operation MT) (Do Not Use With Any Labor Operations Outside Of This Article) 172196A 4.1
2017 F-Super Duty 6.7L Pickup: Inspect Connectors And Replace The Wire Harness Includes Time To Remove/Install The Fuel And Reductant Tanks And Replace One (1) Of The Female Side Connectors (Can Be Claimed With Operation MT) (Do Not Use With Any Labor Operations Outside Of This Article) 172196B 4.5
2017 F-Super Duty: Additional Time To Be Claimed When More Than One (1) Connectors Need Replaced (Can Be Claimed In Operations A Or B) MT172196 Actual Time
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Joined: Mar 2018
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From: Denver, CO
Day 2 of having my truck I was backing out of the garage and it just dropped for no reason. Hasn't happened again. I also haven't noticed any correlation with release of the parking brake, but I'm going to start paying closer attention, especially as I start to tow. I use the park brake all the time when hooking up.
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From: Denver, CO
Bump this a bit, Its not just ford that has this issue, dodge is going to release a recall for thier tailgates opening by them selves also. 1.1 million trucks This is from my RV club site.
"PLEASE NOTE THE EXCLUSIONS IN THE FINAL PARAGRAPH.
If you're driving a 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 or 3500 pickup truck, make sure any precious cargo is carefully secured in the bed. That's because Ram is recalling 1.1 million of those trucks over concerns the tailgate could unexpectedly open.
The problem is due to the power-locking functionality of the tailgate on certain Ram trucks. A small piece inside the latch mechanism can break, allowing a component to move too far and pull on the unlocking arms, thus unlatching the tailgate. The recall involves modifying the latch to limit how far the actuator components can move. Ram plans to notify customers and dealers about the recall on Sept. 14. Until then, the automaker advises customers to tie-down or otherwise secure any cargo.
The recall doesn't affect every single 2015-2017 Ram truck. It's only applicable to models with power-locking, rather than manual, tailgates. And it also excludes trucks with an eight-foot bed. Still, 1.1 million is far from an insignificant number of vehicles."
"PLEASE NOTE THE EXCLUSIONS IN THE FINAL PARAGRAPH.
If you're driving a 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 or 3500 pickup truck, make sure any precious cargo is carefully secured in the bed. That's because Ram is recalling 1.1 million of those trucks over concerns the tailgate could unexpectedly open.
The problem is due to the power-locking functionality of the tailgate on certain Ram trucks. A small piece inside the latch mechanism can break, allowing a component to move too far and pull on the unlocking arms, thus unlatching the tailgate. The recall involves modifying the latch to limit how far the actuator components can move. Ram plans to notify customers and dealers about the recall on Sept. 14. Until then, the automaker advises customers to tie-down or otherwise secure any cargo.
The recall doesn't affect every single 2015-2017 Ram truck. It's only applicable to models with power-locking, rather than manual, tailgates. And it also excludes trucks with an eight-foot bed. Still, 1.1 million is far from an insignificant number of vehicles."
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HRTKD,
Hit the "door unlock" switch and the tailgate switch becomes operational. I didn't know what was wrong with mine as well but it is a safety feature so (if the system is operating properly) the tailgate won't open driving down the road. So backing up to the trailer, I hit the door unlock and then the tailgate open and all works as designed.
Hit the "door unlock" switch and the tailgate switch becomes operational. I didn't know what was wrong with mine as well but it is a safety feature so (if the system is operating properly) the tailgate won't open driving down the road. So backing up to the trailer, I hit the door unlock and then the tailgate open and all works as designed.
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From: Wyoming
As I recall, the driver's door was open. But I probably didn't unlock all the doors. I was standing on the running board at the time so I know the door was open and the transmission was (hopefully) in Park.
Tuned
Joined: Mar 2018
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From: Brentwood CA
We should all probably file
https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/VehicleComplaint/
This will most likely lead to a fix and a recall.....
https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/VehicleComplaint/
This will most likely lead to a fix and a recall.....
Mountain Pass
Joined: Jul 2018
Posts: 158
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From: Northern California
We checked our 2019 F350 Lariat Ultimate and the tailgate will not come open unless it is park, during normal operation. However all bets are off if water gets into the connections at the spare tire. Need to get some dielectric grease. Any ideas where and how much?
Bill
Bill