2009 Jeep Commander Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2009 Jeep Commander has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 46 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (21 reports).

2Recalls
46Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Commander?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2009 Jeep Commander recalls

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

Recall 13V175May 7, 2013295,345 vehicles affected

Air Bags; Air Bags:Frontal; Electrical System:Wiring

Recall 09V118Apr 9, 20094,314 vehicles affected

Most common 2009 Jeep Commander problems

Problem areas named in the 46 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System21
Engine9
Power Train8
Air Bags6
Unknown Or Other3
Structure3
Tires2
Steering2
Wheels2
Fuel/Propulsion System2

What owners report

2026-09-14, Air Bags
Was driving the speed limit when I started smelling an electrical burning smell several seconds later my passenger side airbag deployed while I was driving scaring me almost causing an accident I am almost 7 months pregnant!!! Now the airbag light is also on and I am terrified to drive!
2022-02-10, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Commander. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the air bag squid connector was damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer confirmed the result from the diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
2021-07-15, Electrical System
The commander turns off on its own, brakes on its own, the alarm does its own thing, the esp/bas lights are on, buttons on dash don’t work most of the time, sunroof drain is faulty, and leaks rivers of water into my car! Also had my brakes to seize up on me and I couldn’t move from a danged stop sign. I just want a vehicle I can rely on.
2021-04-06, Engine
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMMANDER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND DRIVEN TO HER DESTINATION. THE CONTACT CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER WARSAW CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (2771 N DETROIT ST, WARSAW, IN 46582, (574) 306-5082) AND SORG DODGE INC (1811 ELKHART RD, GOSHEN, IN 46526, (574) 533-8605) AND THE DEALERS WERE MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 110,000. THE CONSUMER STATED 4 SENSORS WERE OUT CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL. THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING FINE AFTER THE R
2021-01-23, Electrical System
JUST LIKE THE 2008 MODEL, WHEN YOU PUT THE CAR IN PARK AND TRY TO TURN THE KEY OFF THE WILL NOT TURN OFF ALL THE WAY. I HAVE TO TURN THE KEY FROM THE AUXILIARY POSITION TO THE ON POSITION FOR SEVERAL MINUTES UNTIL THE KEY FINALLY GOES INTO THE OFF POSITION. ONLY THEN WILL IT RELEASE THE KEY. WHEN I LOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP, THEY REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH 2 DIFFERENT TIMES. I LATER FOUND OUT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE 2008 MODEL FOR THE SAME ISSUE. I AM STILL DEALING WITH THIS PROBLEM TODAY.

2009 Jeep Commander questions

Does the 2009 Jeep Commander have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2009 Jeep Commander: Electrical System; Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive); Air Bags; Air Bags:Frontal; Electrical System:Wiring. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Commander?

Based on 46 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (21), Engine (9), Power Train (8).

How do I check if a recall on my 2009 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.

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