Here's how it usually goes. Your Grand Cherokee cranks and cranks but won't fire. The next morning it starts like nothing happened. Then one day it stalls at a stop sign. That kind of random, here-today-gone-tomorrow behavior drove a lot of owners nuts, and it led to federal investigations, recalls and a class action.
What the TIPM is
TIPM stands for Totally Integrated Power Module. It's the big box under the hood that holds fuses and relays and powers a lot of the Jeep's electrical systems. One of those relays runs the fuel pump. If it fails, the pump doesn't get power, and the engine either won't start or quits while you're driving.
NHTSA looked at TIPM complaints across 2007-2014 Chrysler vehicles and found one real defect pattern: the fuel pump relay. It said the 2011-2013 Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango had the highest complaint rates for it. NHTSA counted 76 complaints of stalling while driving among the reports it reviewed.
The recalls that matter
| Recall | Vehicles | Problem | Free remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14V-530 | 2011 Grand Cherokee and Durango built Jan 2010-July 2011 (about 188,723) | TIPM fuel pump relay can fail | Relay repair at the dealer |
| 15V-115 | 2012-2013 Grand Cherokee and Durango (about 338,216) | Same relay problem, expanded | Dealer installs a fuel pump relay outside the TIPM |
| 19V-813 | 2011-2013 Grand Cherokee and Durango previously recalled under 14V-530 or 15V-115 | Relay can still fail and cause a stall | Replace the relay and related wire harness |
| 14V-634 | Certain 2011-2014 Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep models with the 3.6L engine and 160-amp alternator | Alternator can fail suddenly and stall the engine | New alternator |
| 17V-435 | Certain 2011-2014 models with 160, 180 or 220-amp alternators | Alternator failure can cause a stall | Inspect, replace if needed |
There was also a class action (Velasco v. Chrysler) settled in 2015 and approved in January 2016. It extended coverage on the fuel pump relay repair to 7 years or 70,000 miles and offered reimbursements. That coverage and the claim deadline have both passed, so the open recalls are what count today.
How to tell which problem you have
- Cranks normally but won't start, and it's random. Classic fuel pump relay. A tech can check whether the pump is getting power.
- Stalls while driving with no warning. Could be either. Ask the dealer to check both recall statuses.
- Battery light, dim lights or a battery that keeps going dead. Points at the alternator or charging system.
- Slow, weak cranking. More likely a tired battery or corroded terminals. Test that first.
What it costs if you're paying
| Repair | Grand Cherokee years | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Any open recall repair above | Eligible VINs | $0 at a Jeep dealer |
| Alternator replacement | 2011-2014 | $1,084-$1,158 (RepairPal) |
| Alternator replacement | 2015 | $1,047-$1,104 (RepairPal) |
| Alternator replacement | 2016 | $1,272-$1,329 (RepairPal) |
| Alternator replacement | 2022-2025 | $1,122-$1,259 (RepairPal) |
What to ask the dealer
- "Are there any open recalls on my VIN, and have 14V-530, 15V-115 and 19V-813 been completed?"
- "Has the alternator recall been done, if it applies?"
- "If the relay fix was done before, is the 19V-813 harness repair done too?"
- "Did you test the battery and charging system before recommending parts?"
- At an independent shop: "Could this be covered by a recall?" A good shop will tell you to go to the dealer first.
Is it worth fixing?
If a recall applies, it's free, so absolutely. If you're paying for an alternator, it's still a normal repair on a vehicle that's usually worth far more than $1,100. Just make sure the recall check happens first so you don't pay for something Jeep already covers.
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