Bed step safety recall - W24 - W26 - W44

[bearcat]

Just installed the Amp research front and rear bed step. Well built kinda of pita to install but worth it . Nice design very strong

 

[Burn'n Oil]

Dealership paperwork indicated they performed this recall on my truck. Bed step is still on the truck. The main support brace was not changed. I’ll check the bed step again to see if the brace you identified in the diagram as the possible culprit has been changed or looks like a new install.

Not sure how they did that. The recall campaign is not supposed to begin until 29 May. Notwithstanding, I'm 200+ and have used the step dozens of times since I installed it last Aug. Used again the other day and it works fine provided ya don't try to pivot off the thing from the side. Load it vertically.

 

[Mhelvic]

Not sure how they did that. The recall campaign is not supposed to begin until 29 May. Notwithstanding, I'm 200+ and have used the step dozens of times since I installed it last Aug. Used again the other day and it works fine provided ya don't try to pivot off the thing from the side. Load it vertically.

Yeah, I know. Everything is still all original equipment. I’ll go back once parts are available.

 

[Bozo]

Dealership noted they fixed my bed step on my work order invoice. Just checked underneath and I don’t see where anything was replaced. The bracket and all braces still have the original Cahill marks from the assembly plant.

It was the dealers bonus for doing nothing.

 

[Tom716]

Just installed the Amp research front and rear bed step. Well built kinda of pita to install but worth it . Nice design very strong

Do you have any pictures to show what the AMP setup looks like?

 

[Omar RVA]

I hope these steps come in soon, my dealership failed to give me the price reduction from the Bed Utility Group even though my window sticker indicated such. I spaced when we signed the paperwork and didn't make sure we got the difference back. When the step does come in, I'll expect them to take that amount off the install price.

Also, anyone get a coupon from FCA towards the purchase/installation of this thing when it comes in? I was told I was getting one but never received anything.

I did the exact same thing and I’m kicking myself now. Essentially paid full for the step and have nothing to show for it. No coupon either, though ram cares called me to tell me that would be happening pre delivery.

PM me your VIN, I can check your address and make sure everything is fine.

Kaitlin
Ram Cares

Kaitlin @RamCares ,
Is there anyway you could check on mine for me too?

OA

 

[RamCares]

I did the exact same thing and I’m kicking myself now. Essentially paid full for the step and have nothing to show for it. No coupon either, though ram cares called me to tell me that would be happening pre delivery.



Kaitlin @RamCares ,
Is there anyway you could check on mine for me too?

OA

Feel free to send a PM!

Kaitlin
Ram Cares

 

[The HOFF]

So on this issue, if I go in for an oil change and to rotate my tires are they going to try and take my bed step off? I will NOT authorize that until the fix can be made on the spot.


2019 RAM 3500 Longhorn Megacab
2019 OpenRange 3X427BHS

 

[litzdog911]

So on this issue, if I go in for an oil change and to rotate my tires are they going to try and take my bed step off? I will NOT authorize that until the fix can be made on the spot.


2019 RAM 3500 Longhorn Megacab
2019 OpenRange 3X427BHS

Yeah, they might do that. Removing the bed step is the "official" recall action required until a replacement is available.

 

[The HOFF]

That will be a NOPE!!


2019 RAM 3500 Longhorn Megacab
2019 OpenRange 3X427BHS

 

[myersd1]

Here is my Amp step installed. I really like this thing. My last Ford had their step which I really liked but it was more time consuming to deploy. It did make carrying an armful of stuff into the bed easier but I found myself just using the corner of the bumper and pulling up on the stake pocket alot if i just wanted in quickly. This won't allow you to carry 2 armfuls into the bed but the daily in and out is much easier and quicker. Both have their pluses but I think this is better overall.

 

[1FastHemi]

Here is my Amp step installed. I really like this thing. My last Ford had their step which I really liked but it was more time consuming to deploy. It did make carrying an armful of stuff into the bed easier but I found myself just using the corner of the bumper and pulling up on the stake pocket alot if i just wanted in quickly. This won't allow you to carry 2 armfuls into the bed but the daily in and out is much easier and quicker. Both have their pluses but I think this is better overall.

I wanted the OEM Mopar step when I ordered and it wasn't available, then or after the vehicle arrived. So the dealer installed the AMP Bed Step instead. I think I like it better as the step is larger and less likelihood to miss the step when getting out of the bed.

 

[AFF]

Nice touch with the lights.

 

[MikeXM]

I bought the Amp step too. The reviews are all excellent. The only thing is the installation which can be hard for some. But hey, I can do that.

 

[Brutal_HO]

I wanted the OEM Mopar step when I ordered and it wasn't available, then or after the vehicle arrived. So the dealer installed the AMP Bed Step instead. I think I like it better as the step is larger and less likelihood to miss the step when getting out of the bed.

That crooked step would bug the sh*t outta my mild OCD.

I considered making a jig to install my mudflaps parallel to the ground but settled on using a carpenters rule.

 

[MikeXM]

That crooked step would bug the sh*t outta my mild OCD.

I considered making a jig to install my mudflaps parallel to the ground but settled on using a carpenters rule.

Not sure what's up with that one. I've seen some pictures on RAMs that were perfectly parallel to the bumper.

 

[1FastHemi]

That crooked step would bug the sh*t outta my mild OCD.

Not sure what's up with that one. I've seen some pictures on RAMs that were perfectly parallel to the bumper.

This is the 2nd step dealer put on my truck and they both had the same angle. I even call AMP and checked the reviews on their web site. Same Issues on this step. It is the way it is designed so the step will be flat/level when extended.

I'm getting use to it now that it has been on for a while.

 

[MikeXM]

This is the 2nd step dealer put on my truck and they both had the same angle. I even call AMP and checked the reviews on their web site. Same Issues on this step. It is the way it is designed so the step will be flat/level when extended.

I'm getting use to it now that it has been on for a while.

Look at myersd1's above. Looks okay.

 

[1FastHemi]

Look at myersd1's above. Looks okay.

Due to the angle it is hard to tell but it does look like it has some lean to me, may be not a much. If I stand at the same angle as his picture is taken from , mine looks about the same as his. Just different camera angles. Note the picture below doesn't show the lean as bad.

Maybe @myersd1 could take some more pictures with a straight on shot from the rear and side like pictures above and we could do a better job comparing.

Edited : Spelling

 

[lovegolf44]

Any more word on when this fix (parts) will be available? I thought I saw something about this month? I don't quite have the flexibility I used to for hopping onto the tailgate.