Jeep Commander problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 139 owner complaints and 6 recalls on file for the Jeep Commander (2006–2010). The 2006 Commander has the most serious complaints, most often about electrical system.

Complaints
139
Recalls
6
Model years
5
Worst year
2006

Complaints by model year

57200632200735200852009102010
NHTSA complaints per Jeep Commander model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Jeep Commander years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2006 Jeep Commander — 57 complaints, 4 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Electrical System
  2. 2008 Jeep Commander — 35 complaints, 2 fires; top problem: Electrical System
  3. 2007 Jeep Commander — 32 complaints, 1 crash, 1 fire; top problem: Electrical System

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2009 (5 complaints).

Every Jeep Commander model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2010 Commander100304Electrical System
2009 Commander50001Electrical System
2008 Commander350222Electrical System
2007 Commander321112Electrical System
2006 Commander574162Electrical System

Most common Jeep Commander problem areas (all years)

  • Electrical System
    63 complaints
  • Engine
    43 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    35 complaints
  • Brakes
    11 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    10 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    9 complaints
  • Airbags
    8 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    8 complaints
  • Suspension
    5 complaints
  • Steering
    5 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Jeep Commander received by NHTSA each month.

Jeep Commander recalls

  • Recall 14V567000Sep 17, 2014292,798 vehiclesModel years 2008

    Risk: If the ignition stays between "START" and "ON" positions it could cause loss of certain electrical functions. If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the "OFF" or "ACCESSORY" position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 14V438000Jul 21, 2014649,353 vehiclesModel years 2006–2007

    Risk: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 13V175000May 7, 2013295,345 vehiclesModel years 2006–2010

    Risk: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.

  • Recall 10V200000May 11, 201037,335 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: The result of the defect could lead to a condition where the key may be removed from the ignition switch (win module) prior to placing the shifter in park. This could result in the potential for unintended vehicle movement and could increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 10V085000Mar 5, 20103,465 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: Reduced vehicle stability could occur increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 10V009000Jan 11, 201020,045 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.

Other Jeep models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology