NHTSA Complaint #11527528 — 2021 FORD F-450 SD

STRUCTURE:BODY issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11527528
Vehicle	2021 FORD F-450 SD
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident	June 17, 2023
Date Filed	June 17, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

My F-450 has had the tailgate recall 19S48 completed. However, this did not correct the problem and the tailgate still unlatches and extends without warning while driving. In this latest incident, a cargo trailer I was towing was severely damaged as a result.

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