I'm just saying what the dealer's technicians told me when I asked how could a wiper module failing or going nuts cause an engine shutdown, which is a deadly situation. I am a mechanical engineer with experience in controls and software industry.
I asked them if Chrysler is aware of an issue can easily lead to a deadly situation. When it failed the first time and killed the engine my family and I were very lucky that the highway was empty and we were in a straight line.
Their answer was "Yes, they are aware but did not issue any specific fix for this issue so far". So, not reassuring at all, isn't it? Ah, and this one at least looked at the issue. The other did not even know how to start fixing it.
They also said that their system did not log any error code this last time it failed, and the Jeep was online. So, a fault that has the capacity to damage a TIPM and throw the wipers nuts does not generate any fault codes???
Furthermore, there have been piles of complaints about TIPM failure in Chrysler vehicles. The company has somehow been able to get them dismissed.
You mentioned burned wires. Well... burning Jeeps are not that uncommon, isn't it?
As far as Chrysler no longer using TIPM, yeah... good for them. However, the way their dealers handle this kind of failure does not inspire any confidence in their capabilities, neither the newer stuff Chrysler came up with also does not have its "Easter eggs". The JL, for what I see is even more dependent on electronics. Considering how the JKs have issues the probabilities in the new line is likely orders of magnitude higher.
I understand Chrysler trying to improve the design and features. However, the minimum we expect is that they own it, mostly considering how much they charge for their cars.
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