Complaint 2217748
2022 RAM 1500 • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM • incident Jun 16, 2026
- Complaint ID
- 2217748
- Make
- RAM
- Model
- 1500
- Model Year
- 2022
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Incident Date
- Jun 16, 2026
- Date Received
- Jun 19, 2026
- Data As Of
- Sep 1, 2026
Complaint Summary
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owner Narrative
Failed Component: The Motor-Generator Unit (MGU) of the 48V eTorque mild-hybrid system, which acts as the vehicle's alternator and starter generator.System Affected: The electrical, charging, and powertrain systems. Sudden Engine Stalling: The vehicle suffered a complete loss of motive power without warning while traveling at highway speeds.Loss of Critical Controls: When the engine died, the truck lost power steering assist and power brake assist, making a 5,000-pound vehicle incredibly difficult to steer or stop. Status:vehicle at the dealership, failure was confirmed by John Hiester Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Lillington. The vehicle has been inspected by the dealership technicians. Dashboard Warning Lights: The Battery/Charging System light (red battery icon) and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) illuminated on the instrument cluster. Notifications on dashboard of no power steering and ABS.
Owner-submitted narrative on file with NHTSA. Complaint narratives are self-reported and have not been verified.