CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Jeep Commander has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,635 complaints with NHTSA, including 70 crashes, 12 fires, 51 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (696 reports).
2006 Jeep Commander recalls
Most common 2006 Jeep Commander problems
Problem areas named in the 1,635 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 696 |
| Power Train | 300 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 250 |
| Engine | 203 |
| Structure | 193 |
| Unknown Or Other | 87 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 79 |
| Steering | 68 |
| Air Bags | 62 |
| Exterior Lighting | 61 |
What owners report
Brakes failed completely. 2-3 car lengths between be and car in front of me with plenty of time to stop. My jeep did not even slow down when brakes we applied.
My jeep will shut off unexpectedly, it will do a up and down idle increase and decrease while at a idle the abs will lock up my wheel tight to where itll drag while trying to move forward. The 4x4 low will not engage at all says service 4x4
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Commander. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH in a parking lot the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated the failure was intermittent but a recurring failure. The contact stated that the failure occurred at various speeds. The contact stated that the 12-Volt battery had been replaced approximately 2 years ago due to battery drainage issues. The contact stated that the failure with the 12-Volt battery being drained and had jumpstart the vehicle several times. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 08V203000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included in the recal
Seat Belts/Rear. The integrated retractor bracket edge on the third row seat may contact the seat belt during certain operating conditions. In the event of a crash, the seat belt may not properly restrain thee third row occupant. Service Brakes. Hydraulic: Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited.: Control Unit/Module. On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into this ABS Electronic Control Module allow a momentary delay in breaking when coasting up a kill during certain conditions. This has happened while wet conditions occur some.
Power Train. The (TCM/PCM/TECM) Chrysler is recalling 24, 461 Jeep Commander vehicles equipped with 407 V8 engines. Th powertrain control module (PCM) was programmed with software that may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions. This could cause a crash without warning. ( My Jeep turns on, but it is not able to be moved, it is stalled indefinitely). I asked the dealer @Rockwall Dodge, Rockwall TX to check the PCM/TCM/TECM. They refused. Said they were not able to check this situation. Didn't have that equipment. Electrical System. This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. The air bag lights comes on randomly. The engine will turn off, which
2006 Jeep Commander questions
Does the 2006 Jeep Commander have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2006 Jeep Commander: Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Electrical System; Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive); Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module; Seat Belts:Rear/Other. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Jeep Commander?
Based on 1,635 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (696), Power Train (300), Engine And Engine Cooling (250).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Jeep Commander has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.