2009 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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 4 |
| 2006 | 1635 |
| 2007 | 695 |
| 2008 | 325 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2010 | 45 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
40% of complaints: electrical system — 18 distinct reports on file.
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THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND AFTER TAKING IT TO THE MECHANIC, I WAS INFORMED THAT IT WILL NOT RELEASE IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. I SEARCHED FOR A RECALL AS THE MECHANIC SUGGESTED AND FOUND NOTHING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180301
APPROXIMATELY 3 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING MY JEEP COMMANDER, IT STALLED WITH NO WARNING. ALL THE TRUCKS LIGHTS LIT UP AND THE POWER STEERING WOULD NOT WORK. I WAS ABLE TO START IT BACK UP AND DRIVE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121019
2009 JEEP COMMANDER - START CAR AND ABLE TO REMOVE KEY - CAR WILL CONTINUE TO OPERATE/RUN AS NORMAL WITHOUT KEY IN VEHICLE. ALSO KEY FOB WILL GET STUCK IN THE IGNITION AND NOT COME OUT. THIS HAS BEEN OCCURRING FOR ABOUT 2 WEEKS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110616
20% of complaints: engine — 9 distinct reports on file.
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APPROXIMATELY 3 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING MY JEEP COMMANDER, IT STALLED WITH NO WARNING. ALL THE TRUCKS LIGHTS LIT UP AND THE POWER STEERING WOULD NOT WORK. I WAS ABLE TO START IT BACK UP AND DRIVE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121019
18% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: air bags — 5 distinct reports on file.
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THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND AFTER TAKING IT TO THE MECHANIC, I WAS INFORMED THAT IT WILL NOT RELEASE IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. I SEARCHED FOR A RECALL AS THE MECHANIC SUGGESTED AND FOUND NOTHING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180301
7% of complaints: structure — 3 distinct reports on file.
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THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND AFTER TAKING IT TO THE MECHANIC, I WAS INFORMED THAT IT WILL NOT RELEASE IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. I SEARCHED FOR A RECALL AS THE MECHANIC SUGGESTED AND FOUND NOTHING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180301
SAFETY TIMELINE
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 4,314 MY 2009 DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE, COMMANDER AND WRANGLER VEHICLES. WIRING MAY BE REVERSED ON THE STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE DRIVER AIRBAG SQUIB CONNECTOR. T
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG SQUIB WIRES AND REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-
Campaign 09V118000 — check if this car was fixed
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 INSTE
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 1-518-270-98
Campaign 09E039000 — check if this car was fixed
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 manufa
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 c
Campaign 13V175000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 Jeep Commander — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09V118000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E039000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V175000 (electrical system, power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2009 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 2009 Jeep Commander?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Jeep Commander have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.