MYRModel Year Report

2007 Jeep Commander

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2007 Jeep Commander
BUILT 2026-10-10

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
696
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2007

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

53% of complaints

Complaints per year

2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 1,635 complaints 2006 2007: 696 complaints 2007 696 2008: 326 complaints 2008 2009: 46 complaints 2009 2010: 45 complaints 2010
2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 1,635 complaints 2006 2007: 696 complaints 2007 696 2008: 326 complaints 2008 2009: 46 complaints 2009 2010: 45 complaints 2010
2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 1,635 complaints 2006 2007: 696 complaints 2007 696 2008: 326 complaints 2008 2009: 46 complaints 2009 2010: 45 complaints 2010

2007: 696 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20054
20061,635
2007696
2008326
200946
201045

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

53% · 372 reports

Most commonly citing switch and front underhood.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Power door lock fuse blows due to short in wire where it cought on fire and burnt hole in carpet in the back seat

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-08

I was driving home from picking up my daughter from a school event when suddenly my car slowed down on its own down to 10 MPH. Then the car completely stopped.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-18

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)

ABS system is defective, and I need it to be replaced. It appears my car gad a recall. But other owners never felt the need to have fixed? Either way I need car fixed for my own well-being.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-24

Also filed under Service brakes

Engine

22% · 154 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
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When driving at various speeds, the engine shuts completely off, causing loss of power steering and brakes. Jeep dealer said no recalls for this problem. Very dangerous condition, I have been almost involved in several accidents because of this.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-11

Power train

19% · 134 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).

CRASHFIRE
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Firstly, the event that brought this letter about took place on 03/28/2008 at 7:30 pm. The Jeep Commander I own smashed into my house. We began bbq-ing about 6:00 pm.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-03-31

Engine and engine cooling

13% · 87 reports

Most commonly citing engine and catalytic convertor.

Vehicle speed control

5% · 33 reports
CRASH

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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    2007-02-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-04-27 Engine stall
  2. R
    2007-02-19Service brakes, hydraulic06V493000 On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.

    Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on February 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    2007-04-27Engineering analysisClosed 2008-05-07 Engine stalling
  4. R
    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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    2007-10-22Service brakes, hydraulic07V415000 On certain sport utility vehicles, front brake calipers in a certain lot may have been manufactured from gray iron instead of ductile iron as designed and could fracture without warning.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front brake calipers to see if they fall into this lot and, if so, will replace them free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2007. Owners may contact…

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  6. R
    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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  7. I
    2010-11-18Audit queryClosed 2015-12-28 Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion Audit
  8. R
    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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  9. I
    2014-06-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-12-23 Air Bag Non-deployment
  10. R
    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2007 Jeep Commander — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 372 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 154 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 134 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06V493000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 07V434000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 07V415000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 09E039000 · Suspension
  • Recall 13V175000 · Electrical system, power train
  • Recall 14V438000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2007 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 2007 Jeep Commander?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 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.