2009–2010 Dodge Journey: Cranks but won't start (TIPM fuel pump relay)
Likely causes, ranked
- Failed fuel pump relay inside the TIPMDIY
- Failed fuel pumpShop
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Symptom: Cranks with no start, often on and off, and no fuel pump prime sound.
Likely causes
- TIPM relay. The 2009–2010 Journey uses the TIPM-7 box, whose internal fuel pump relay is a known failure. Repair specialists offer relay repairs or plug-in relay systems.
DIY or shop?
DIY for many owners.
Useful steps
- Listen for the pump at key-on.
- Test the relay circuit.
- Repair the TIPM or add a proper relay. Don't leave a bypass in.
Vehicle focus: 2009–2010 Dodge Journey.
Safety / mechanic note
A stall or no-start can strand you. Verify with a mechanic or dealer.
Recalls & service bulletins
No recalls or service bulletins are listed for this page yet.
NHTSA complaints: 506 keyword-matched complaints for Dodge JOURNEY 2009–2010 (of 2,639 unique complaints queried, NHTSA complaints API by model year, queried 2026-10-15).
Always check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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What actually fixed it?
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