About this problem
The TIPM, or totally integrated power module, is the fuse and relay box that controls power to the fuel pump, lights, horn, wipers and more. When it fails, the faults look random: the car will not start, the fuel pump will not shut off, the horn sounds on its own or lights flicker. Replacing the module usually fixes it.
Across all owner complaints filed about the Dodge Durango since 2012, 210 (5.7%) describe TIPM and fuel pump relay failure, the third most reported problem we track on the Durango. The reports cluster on the 2012, 2013 and 2014 model years, and the 2012 drew the most, with 113. It tends to show up in the middle years of ownership: half of the owners who gave a mileage were between 43,000 and 98,000 miles. 5 reports describe a crash or fire linked to it. 3 recalls are related to it, and recall repairs are free at any dealer.
What owners report
Owners of 2011 to 2013 Durangos report no-starts, stalling and random electrical failures, often traced to the TIPM fuse box and its fuel pump relay.
How it gets fixed
Fixes include replacing the fuel pump relay or the TIPM. Some vehicles were covered by recalls.
Typical cost: A relay fix costs $100 to $300; a TIPM about $800 to $1,200.
Complaints by model year
In owners' words
"In december 2017 said vehicle was towed to the shop for a no start condition. After bringing it in we determined a severe short in the electrical system, traced to alternator. We also found melted battery. Found this vehicle fell under the t36 recall from fca."
2013 Dodge Durango, 51,815 miles
"Intermittent no start condition/start and shut off at any time which started after vehicle taken to dealer to complete trans cooler condenser/motor mounts/radio replacement. Can happen at cold start or after vehicle has been driven."
2014 Dodge Durango, 123,000 miles
"Our 2012 Dodge Durango r/t was purchased brand new as a replacement for lemon law buy back of our 2009 Dodge journey. The Durango is plagued with design flaws. The most obvious is the TIPM total integrated module."
2012 Dodge Durango, 800 miles
Excerpts from public owner complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, lightly trimmed.
Related recalls
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured September 17, 2010, to August 19, 2013, and equipped with a 3.6, 5.7 or 6.4 liter engine, and 2012-2013 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured January 18, 2011, to August 19, 2013, and equipped wit
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 J
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. Check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Service bulletins
Dodge has sent dealers 24 bulletins that mention this problem on the Durango. A bulletin tells technicians how to fix a known fault. It is not a recall, so the repair is usually free only while the car is under warranty or covered by an extension.
No Start, After Flash And Or PCM Replace, DTC P0513 Invalid Skim Key Setting
No Crank No Start, Click No Start
No Start, Start Stop Inoperative, Cluster Messages to Service Shifter or Service Start Stop System
Crank No Start Condition, No DTC's
No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message
No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
Government investigations
Defect petition DP14004 · 2012, 2013 · opened Sep 2014, closed Jul 2015
Before you buy a Durango
- Let the car idle for several minutes and pull away from stops a few times; watch for stalling or warning lights.
- Ask whether software updates have been done and check by VIN for open recalls.
- Have the battery tested; weak batteries cause many shutdowns on cars with stop-start.
Questions
Which Dodge Durango years have TIPM and fuel pump relay failure?
Complaints are highest for the 2012, 2013, 2014 model years. The 2012 drew the most, with 113 reports.
At what mileage does it usually start?
Among owners who gave a mileage, the middle figure was about 65,000 miles, and half reported it between 43,000 and 98,000 miles.
How much does it cost to fix?
A relay fix costs $100 to $300; a TIPM about $800 to $1,200.