U.S. probes Ford tailgates opening unexpectedly
DETROIT — U.S. safety regulators are trying to figure out why the power tailgates on some Ford pickups can open unexpectedly while moving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened an investigation into F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks from 2017. The agency says in documents posted Wednesday it has five complaints from owners about the problem. It says unsecured loads could spill onto the road. Ford says it’s co-operating and will move quickly to recall vehicles if data indicates a safety issue.