Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 45 | −94% | 4 | Electrical | Good |
| 2009 | 59 | −93% | 2 | Electrical | Good |
| 2008 | 437 | −21% | 4 | Electrical | Average |
| 2007 | 1,035 | 4.3× | 5 | Electrical | Avoid |
| 2006 | 1,782 | 6.3× | 5 | Electrical | Avoid |
* Complaints compared with the median Commander year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Jeep Commander problems
Latest Jeep Commander recalls
Electrical system › Ignition
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,…
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.
Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
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.
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.
Electrical system
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.
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.
Electrical system › Ignition › Module
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.
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.
Equipment
Chrysler is recalling model year 2010 Jeep commander and grand cherokee vehicles. They May have been built with an improperly manufactured rear track bar.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Jeep Commander should you avoid?
2006 and 2007 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Commander years at the same age, led by electrical system problems in the 2006.
What is the best year for the Jeep Commander?
2010 has the fewest complaints compared with other Commander years at the same age, followed by 2009 and 2008. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Jeep Commander problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (1,585), engine & cooling (991) and transmission & drivetrain (594). Electrical complaints peak in the 2006 model year.
How many recalls has the Jeep Commander had?
13 recalls across 2006–2010. The model year with the most is 2006. See all Jeep Commander recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.