2015 Dodge Durango: Faulty TIPM
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2015 Durango report: faulty TIPM. CarComplaints.com lists 3 owner complaints, average mileage 69,250 miles.
NHTSA has 95 owner complaints for the 2015 Durango in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11757141 (filed 08/15/2026): “First we smelled a light burning smell from the vehicle while driving then the blower motor blew a fuse. the fuse was replaced immediately and we started the vehicle to try to get back home. we then got a dash alert on the vehicle saying that the rear passenge…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11729015 (filed 04/03/2026): “What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? passenger and driver seat caught on fire spontaneously, engine or battery has also been dying/ malfunctioning, touch screen also has issues. yes available for in…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace TIPM (2 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $860 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
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Sources
Estimated repair cost: totally integrated power module (TIPM) replacement (Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/Ram)
Average shop cost
$240
Range $100–$415 (labor)
1.0–3.0 h × $100–$139/h estimated shop labor rate
Parts not included.
Average mobile mechanic cost
$360
Range $150–$625 (labor)
Shop labor × 1.5 (mobile convenience premium)
Parts not included.
Estimates only, not a quote. Actual prices vary by vehicle, shop and location. See the estimate for your city → · About this repair and its cost
Same repair on other models: 2012 Jeep Compass: TIPM failure · 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee: TIPM faulty · 2015 Jeep Wrangler: TIPM failure
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