2010 Jeep Wrangler: TIPM faulty
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2010 Wrangler report: TIPM faulty. CarComplaints.com lists 33 owner complaints, average mileage 77,100 miles.
NHTSA has 86 owner complaints for the 2010 Wrangler in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11748531 (filed 07/06/2026): “Started vehicle and went inside to grab my bag and there was a loud explosion and the engine bay went up in flames. determined to be electric and originated in or near the tipm. the vehicle is a total loss, house has damage, and other vehicles.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11724075 (filed 03/13/2026): “Abs module failure. unable to get replacement. manufacturer refuses to provide & unable to use used ones due to being programed to vin#. it has been over 2 years and no resolution in site.…”
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 (22 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 $1,430 (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 Dodge Durango: Faulty TIPM
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