Dec 3 (Reuters) -

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on

Tuesday that General Motors ( GM ) is recalling about 132,037

trucks due to concerns about tailgates unlatching unexpectedly.

The recall affects certain 2024 models of Chevrolet

Silverado HD 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra HD 2500, 3500 vehicles

equipped with power-unlatching tailgates.

Water intrusion may cause the tailgate's electronic

gate-release switch to short circuit, potentially resulting in

unintended unlatching while the vehicle is in Park.

The U.S. auto safety regulator advised owners of

affected models to ensure that the tailgate is securely closed

and latched before driving.

GM did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for

comment.

Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch

assemblies for free, the NHTSA said.