Most common 2010 Jeep Commander problems
Share of the 45 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Jeep Commander complaints by model year
Best Commander years: 2010, 2009, 2008. Years to avoid: 2006, 2007. Compare all years →
2010 Jeep Commander recalls (4)
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.
Service brakes, hydraulic
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.
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.
What 2010 Jeep Commander owners say
Electrical system
The electrical system of my car malfunctioned intermittently causing lights, ac, and the engine itself to go off and on in the middle of the freeway. There was a recall on the 2010 Jeep Commander (same as my car) for faulty electrical system, yet my VIN was excluded. I believe it should have been included in the recall and this faulty electrical system was the cause of multiple repairs done at my expense to the tune of a couple thousand dollars. I ask for a query into this. The electrical system is the nexus of a car's mechanical system and if not functioning correctly causes all else to eventually fail. The lights would not turn off after I turned them off, removed keys, and exited vehicle. Various lights would flash on the dashboard then suddenly disappear not providing enough time to read them. …
Started the vehicle by inserting the key fob. Turned the key and the vehicle dash lit up and went out immediately. Tried to turn the key again and nothing happened. Could not turn the key and it was difficult to remove the key fob from the ignition.
Engine & cooling
Engine stalled at stop signs, Daughter was driving the vehicle and engine stalled at an intersection. Not able to restart it. Vehicle was pushed to the side. I went to assist her and after many tries the engine restarted, I started to drive and the engine will stall as n DC shutdown at all stop signs/ traffic lights. I managed to drive it to the Jeep dealer shifting into neutral and pressing the gas to keep the engine running. No engine lights were present, temperature was normal and vehicle had 1/4 tank of gas. After a 5 days in the the dealer, they indicated that there is nothing wrong with the vehicle, no codes.
The engine failed while driving at major intersection. Multiple individuals had to assist and avoid causing an accident. After a week at diagnostic Jeep service department, techs determined compression failure in cylinders 2 and 4 with 0 psi. There no codes or check engine lights other than a brief blinking right before failure.
Brakes
I was in mattoon illinois,had backed out of a parking spot from dairy queen onto a side road I pulled up to a stop sign for a main road as I had the clear to make my turn I proceeded to do so when I heard a loud pop. I lost my steering, my breaks and acceleration. When I came to a stop half way in the turn lane of the main road I got out to see what had happened. My front driver side tire was laying up under my Jeep. It had busted my upper and lower ball joints, my cv shaft, and my break lines and also bent my inner and outer tie rod ends and my tire and rim. From there it had to be towed clear back to my home in toledo illinois. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Jeep Commander sport. The contact stated that the driver was traveling 50 MPH when the vehicle accelerated unexpectedly after the brakes were depressed. Smoke also emitted from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer originally stated that the accelerator was the cause of the failure, but later stated that the floor mats were covering the accelerator pedal and caused the failure. The contact also stated that a local body shop confirmed that the brakes failed and were the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 36,420. Updated 06/29/12 updated 07/10/12
2010 Jeep Commander engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 20 / 16 |
| 3.7L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 4WD | 14 / 19 / 16 |
| 3.7L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 20 / 16 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 4WD | 13 / 19 / 15 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2010 Jeep Commander a good car?
Based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Commander rates better than average: 94% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Commander at the same age. It is one of the best Commander years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 Jeep Commander?
The electrical system — 18 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year, most often about ignition. Next are the engine & cooling (16) and brakes (5).
How many recalls does the 2010 Jeep Commander have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2010 Jeep Commander, the most recent from May 7, 2013 (electrical system). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Jeep Commander?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2010, 2009 and 2008. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2006 and 2007. See the full Jeep Commander years comparison.
At what mileage do 2010 Jeep Commander problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 75,000 miles; 29% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.