@Dane
Thanks for that link! I appreciate the update.
Tru said:
@Dane
Thanks for that link! I appreciate the update.
No problem! Mine flew off on the highway last month, so I had to track it down 
Had the same problem. I’ve accidentally ripped off that back piece dragging stuff out. If it’s loose, a small adjustment should help. Here’s a link to some instructions:
https://www.f150forum.com/attachments/f118/553561d1555963988-bed-removal-pickup-bed.pdf
@Briar
Wrong link, but I found the right one here: https://www.f150forum.com/attachments/f118/541106d1514660428-issue-my-tailgate-step-tailgate-step-adjustment.pdf
Turns out, when I unloaded my quad, I must have knocked it pretty hard and loosened the bolts. Followed the guide, and it’s mostly back to normal. Not perfect, but way better!
@Vail
Glad it worked out for you! Honestly, it’s easier than the instructions make it look.
A rubber mallet might do the trick.
What year is your truck? My uncle’s 2021 Platinum had this problem too.