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Jeep Commander

2005–2010 · 8 documented defects · 3 markets

This file gathers the known defects of the Jeep Commander, written and sourced by the community. Anyone can read; a free account lets you contribute. A defect earns the seal once enough reputable contributors have validated it.

Owners often report problems with electrical system on this car (1587 complaints), but no one has explained the cause yet. Do you know it?Write it up
Owners often report problems with transmission and drivetrain on this car (596 complaints), but no one has explained the cause yet. Do you know it?Write it up

Most serious reported defects

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CriticalEngineNA

Engine and cooling: problems reported by owners

442 owners in the United States reported problems with the engine and cooling of this car to NHTSA (model years 2006–2010), typically at around 29,000 miles. Most often named: engine (26%). Reported consequences: 9 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries, 3 deaths.

✓ Mecafile analysis of official data2006–2010View details →
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CriticalInteriorNA

Airbags: problems reported by owners

129 owners in the United States reported problems with the airbags of this car to NHTSA (model years 2006–2009), typically at around 100,000 miles. Reported consequences: 40 crashes, 1 fire, 42 injuries, 3 deaths.

✓ Mecafile analysis of official data2006–2009View details →
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ModerateElectricalNA

Electrical system: problems reported by owners

1,587 owners in the United States reported problems with the electrical system of this car to NHTSA (model years 2005–2010), typically at around 80,000 miles. Reported consequences: 41 crashes, 16 fires, 22 injuries.

✓ Mecafile analysis of official data2005–2010View details →

Latest official recalls

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RecallCriticalBrakesUK

Possible loss of vehicle safety features

The ignition switch may unintentionally change position while driving. This may result in a loss of engine power power steering assist power brake assist or disable the airbag function.

DVSA · United KingdomSep 29, 2016R/2015/193Model years 2005–2007View details →

Latest service bulletins

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BulletinMinorElectricalNA

Bulletin

Security Module Lock Out After Entering the PIN to Unlock The Wireless Control Module (WCM)

NHTSA · manufacturer bulletin10230298Model years 2006View details →
BulletinMinorOtherNA

Bulletin

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.

NHTSA · manufacturer bulletin10229256Model years 2006View details →
BulletinMinorEngineNA

Bulletin

If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.

NHTSA · manufacturer bulletin10227983Model years 2010View details →

Sources: NHTSA (United States, public domain), Transport Canada (Open Government Licence – Canada), DVSA (United Kingdom, Open Government Licence v3.0), RappelConso and EU Safety Gate (France, Licence Ouverte 2.0).