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Jeep Commander recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns and 2,752 owner complaints for the Jeep Commander, covering model years 2005 to 2010. The 2006 model year drew the most complaints (1,635), and Electrical System is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 13 recall campaigns on file
  • 2,752 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 6 model years with data (2005–2010)
  • most complaints: 2006 (1,635 for that model year)
  • top component: Electrical System (1,300 complaints)
  • latest recall 14V567000 (reported Sep 17, 2014)
  • 101 complaints reporting a crash (3.7%)
  • 31 complaints reporting a fire (1.1%)
  • 52 complaints reporting an injury (1.9%)
  • 3 complaints reporting a death (0.1%)

Jeep Commander complaints by model year

6 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2006 model year has the most complaints: 1,635 of 2,752, or 59.4%. Next come 2007 (696) and 2008 (326). The fewest are for 2005, with 4 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Jeep Commander owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2005–2010Column chart of 2,752 complaints across 6 model years. The highest is 2006 with 1,635. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2005: 4 complaints420052006: 1,635 complaints1,63520062007: 696 complaints69620072008: 326 complaints32620082009: 46 complaints4620092010: 45 complaints452010
Jeep Commander complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Jeep Commander complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200540000
20061,6357012363
2007696181390
200832613370
2009460000
2010450300
All model years2,75210131523

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Jeep Commander components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Electrical System is the component named most often, in 1,300 complaints (47.2% of all 2,752), followed by Power Train (471) and Engine (440).

Components named most often in Jeep Commander complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Jeep Commander complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Electrical System1,30047.2%
Power Train47117.1%
Engine44016.0%
Engine and Engine Cooling35112.8%
Structure2208.0%
Unknown or Other1415.1%
Vehicle Speed Control1314.8%
Steering1174.3%
Air Bags1094.0%
Seat Belts893.2%
Service Brakes802.9%
Exterior Lighting782.8%
Visibility612.2%
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)592.1%
Latches/Locks/Linkages431.6%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Jeep Commander recalls

13 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Commander, newest first. The 13 campaigns cover model years 2006 to 2010. The 2006 and 2007 model years appear in the most campaigns (5 each).

  • 13 recall campaigns
Jeep Commander recall campaigns covering each model year
2006: 5 campaigns2007: 5 campaigns2008: 4 campaigns2009: 2 campaigns2010: 4 campaigns
Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 14V567000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Ignition

    Model year 2008

    Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Magnum vehicles manufactured May 23, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 24, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured April 3, 2007, to May 12, 2008, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured March 21, 2007, to May 12, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the ignition key (FOBIK) may not return to the "ON" position after being rotated to the "START" position, instead sticking between the two positions. Potentially, while the vehicle is being driven, the ignition may inadvertently move through the "RUN" position to the "ACCESSORY" or "OFF" ignition position, turning off the engine.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P57.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  2. NHTSA campaign 14V438000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Ignition › Switch

    Model years 2006–2007

    This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items from their key ring, leaving only the vehicle key. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, to July 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, to July 5, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P41.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  3. NHTSA campaign 13V175000

    Reported

    Electrical System; Power Train › Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)

    Model years 2006–2010

    Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.

    Consequence:
    If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
    Remedy:
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  4. NHTSA campaign 10V200000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Ignition › Module

    Model year 2010

    Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, charger, Jeep Commander, grand cherokee and Dodge Ram vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a wireless ignition node (win) module exhibiting a binding condition of the solenoid latch.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the win module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before August 23, 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  5. NHTSA campaign 10V085000

    Reported

    Equipment

    Model year 2010

    Chrysler is recalling model year 2010 Jeep Commander and grand cherokee vehicles. They may have been built with an improperly manufactured rear track bar.

    Consequence:
    Reduced vehicle stability could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the rear track bar bushing retaining hoop and replace the rear track bar if any are found to be mis-positioned. The safety recall is expected to begin during April 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  6. NHTSA campaign 10V009000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic

    Model year 2010

    Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 Chrysler Sebring; Dodge Avenger and nitro; Jeep Liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 Dodge Ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip.

    Consequence:
    This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
    Remedy:
    Chrysler will replace the brake booster input rod retaining clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during February 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  7. NHTSA campaign 09V118000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal; Air Bags; Electrical System › Wiring

    Model year 2009

    Chrysler is recalling 4,314 MY 2009 Dodge Journey, Jeep Grand Cherokee, commander and wrangler vehicles. Wiring may be reversed on the steering column control module driver airbag squib connector. The driver's airbag may not deploy as intended.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, the driver's airbag may not properly inflate and may not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the driver's airbag squib wires and replace the steering column control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during May 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  8. NHTSA campaign 08V203000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    Model year 2006

    Chrysler is recalling 24,461 MY 2006 Jeep Commander vehicles equipped with 4.7L V8 engines. The powertrain control module (PCM) was programmed with software that may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.

    Consequence:
    This could cause a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the PCM software in all 4.7L engine equipped MY 2006 Jeep commanders built prior to January 11, 2006. The recall began on May 19, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  9. NHTSA campaign 08V059000

    Reported

    Electrical System; Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer

    Model year 2008

    Chrysler is recalling 1,338 MY 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Commander vehicles. The front control module may have been incorrectly manufactured.

    Consequence:
    This could cause the engine to stall while driving or not to start and/or cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative. Engine stalling or inoperative wipers could cause a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the module and replace it if necessary. The recall began on February 18, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  10. NHTSA campaign 07V434000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

    Model years 2006–2007

    On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the ABS electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions.

    Consequence:
    This could cause a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2007. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

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  1. NHTSA campaign 07V415000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper

    Model years 2007–2008

    On certain sport utility vehicles, front brake calipers in a certain lot may have been manufactured from gray iron instead of ductile iron as designed and could fracture without warning.

    Consequence:
    This would increase the vehicle's stopping distance and could cause a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the front brake calipers to see if they fall into this lot and, if so, will replace them free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  2. NHTSA campaign 06V493000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

    Model year 2007

    On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.

    Consequence:
    This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on February 19, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  3. NHTSA campaign 06V037000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Rear/Other

    Model year 2006

    On certain sport utility vehicles, the integrated retractor bracket edge on the third row seat may contact the seat belt during certain operating conditions causing damage to the belt webbing.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, the seat belt may not properly restrain the third row occupant which can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the third row seat belts for damage and replace any damaged belts. In addition, an injected molded cover will be added to the retractor bracket on both third row seating positions to prevent future damage from belt contact with the retractor bracket. The recall began on March 13, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Jeep Commander questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Jeep Commander have?

NHTSA lists 13 vehicle recall campaigns for the Jeep Commander, covering model years 2005 to 2010. The most recent, 14V567000, was reported on September 17, 2014 and is filed under “Electrical system”. The 2006 and 2007 model years are covered by the most campaigns (5 each).

Which Jeep Commander model year has the most complaints?

The 2006 model year, with 1,635 of the 2,752 complaints in NHTSA’s file (59.4%). The next are 2007 (696) and 2008 (326). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Jeep Commander complaint?

Electrical System is the component named most often: 1,300 complaints, or 47.2% of all 2,752. Power Train (471) and Engine (440) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Jeep Commander?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Jeep dealer.

How many Jeep Commander complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 2,752 complaints, 101 report a crash, 31 a fire, 52 at least one injury and 3 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.