MYRModel Year Report

2005 Jeep Commander

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2005 Jeep Commander
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:59:34.898Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jeep Commander Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 1635 complaints 2006 2007: 695 complaints 2007 2008: 325 complaints 2008 2009: 45 complaints 2009 2010: 45 complaints 2010
2005: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
20054
20061635
2007695
2008325
200945
201045

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 4 total reports mention: power train.

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JEEP SHIFTS DOWN FROM HIGHWAY SPEEDS TO 30 MPH OR LESS WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY, OFTEN WILL NOT SHIFT UP ALLOWING THE VEHICLE TO SHIFT ON ACCELERATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130924

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 4 total reports mention: electrical system.

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ALL DASH BOARD LIGHTS WOULD BEGIN TO FLASH. STEERING WOULD FAIL. AIR CONDITIONER WOULD SHUT DOWN. ALL ACCESSORIES WOULD STOP. ENGINE WOULD STALL OR SHUT DOWN. THIS WOULD HAPPEN AT ANY SPEED. A SAFETY HAZARD!

NHTSA ODI report, 20140916

STEERING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.

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ALL DASH BOARD LIGHTS WOULD BEGIN TO FLASH. STEERING WOULD FAIL. AIR CONDITIONER WOULD SHUT DOWN. ALL ACCESSORIES WOULD STOP. ENGINE WOULD STALL OR SHUT DOWN. THIS WOULD HAPPEN AT ANY SPEED. A SAFETY HAZARD!

NHTSA ODI report, 20140916

ENGINE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine.

CHILD SEAT

1 of 4 total reports mentions: child seat.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Jeep Commander — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Jeep Commander reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Jeep Commander?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Jeep Commander have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.