NHTSA Complaint #11430989 — 2016 FORD F-150

STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11430989
Vehicle	2016 FORD F-150
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
Date of Incident	August 1, 2021
Date Filed	August 30, 2021
Mileage	53,169 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	VA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the tailgate would fall intermittently without warning. The contact stated that the tailgate fell and caused damage to his trailer. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 53,169. The VIN was invalid.

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