2006 Jeep Commander
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
- Complaints
- 1,635
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 5
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2006
Opened by NHTSA
43% of complaints
Complaints per year
2006: 1,635 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 2005 | 4 |
| 2006 | 1,635 |
| 2007 | 696 |
| 2008 | 326 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 45 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
43% · 696 reportsMost commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and switch.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Jeep Commander. While driving 55-60 MPH, the rear seat spontaneously caught on fire. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact extinguished the fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-09
Also filed under Seats
In the 5 years I have owned the 2006 Jeep Commander it has stalled while driving, stalled while parked. This happens at no set frequency. Sometimes it happens daily, other times it will go for months and not happen.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-19
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Commander.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-26
Power train
18% · 300 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).
Engine and engine cooling
15% · 250 reportsMost commonly citing engine and gasoline.
Engine
12% · 203 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Commander. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle started losing engine power and then the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to restart after one attempt. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-26
Structure
12% · 193 reportsMost commonly citing door and body.
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first
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2006-03-13Seat belts06V037000 On certain sport utility vehicles, the integrated retractor bracket edge on the third row seat may contact the seat belt during certain operating conditions causing damage to the belt webbing.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the third row seat belts for damage and replace any damaged belts. In addition, an injected molded cover will be added to the retractor bracket on both third row seating…
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2006-07-13Defect petitionClosed 2007-01-03 Petition re: unintended acceleration
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2007-02-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-04-27 Engine stall
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2007-04-27Engineering analysisClosed 2008-05-07 Engine stalling
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2007-10-22Service brakes, hydraulic07V434000 On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the ABS electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2007. Owners may contact Chrysler at…
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2008-05-19Power train08V203000 Chrysler is recalling 24,461 my 2006 Jeep Commander vehicles equipped with 4.7L V8 engines. The powertrain control module (PCM) was programmed with software that may allow the engine to stall under…
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the PCM software in all 4.7L engine equipped my 2006 Jeep commanders built prior to January 11, 2006. The recall began on May 19, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at…
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2009-10-15Suspension09E039000 Rock krawler is recalling 44 performance suspension systems sold as aftermarket equipment for use on the vehicle listed above. These suspension systems were produced with grade 2 carriage bolts…
Remedy: Rock krawler will notify owners and provide a free remedy. The safety recall began on October 15. 2008. All the affected untits have been remedied. Owners may contact rock krawler at…
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2010-11-18Audit queryClosed 2015-12-28 Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion Audit
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2013-08-15Electrical system, power train13V175000 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…
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. Owners may…
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2014-06-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-12-23 Air Bag Non-deployment
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2015-10-09Electrical system14V438000 This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Jeep Commander — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 696 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 300 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 250 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06V037000 · Seat belts
- Recall 07V434000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 08V203000 · Power train
- Recall 09E039000 · Suspension
- Recall 13V175000 · Electrical system, power train
- Recall 14V438000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2006 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 2006 Jeep Commander?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Jeep Commander have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.