NHTSA Complaint #11699426 — 2018 FORD F-150 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11699426
Vehicle	2018 FORD F-150
Component	LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
Date of Incident	November 1, 2020
Date Filed	November 14, 2025
Mileage	77,518 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate independently unlatched. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 77,518. The VIN was unavailable.

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