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Complaint 2217748

2022 RAM 1500 • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM • incident Jun 16, 2026

Crash
No
Fire
No
Injuries
0
Deaths
0
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.