"GM Recalls 300K Pickups for Tailgate Malfunction"

General Motors is recalling over 323,000 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra heavy-duty pickup trucks from 2020 to 2024 due to a potential issue with the electronic tailgate release switches, which can short circuit and open the gates while the vehicles are in park. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warns that this could lead to unsecured cargo falling out of the beds, posing a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash. GM advises owners to ensure the tailgate is closed and latched before driving and dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch, with notifications to owners starting on March 18.