2010 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 BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON ABOUT 5 MINUTES AFTER I STARTED DRIVING THROUGH RESIDENTIAL STREETS AND ONTO A FREEWAY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200919
My jeep will not crank sometimes...the key will not turn. The ignition control module seems to be a problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231218
VEHICLE DIED ON ROAD, TOWED TO SHOP THEY COULD NOT FIND ERROR, THEY UPDATED THE COMPUTER. RELEASED VEHICLE BACK TO ME. BEGAN DIEING ON ROAD, LOST STEERING, LOST BRAKES, UNSURE IF LIGHTS WORKED. LIMPED BACK TO DEALER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100807
31% of complaints: engine — 14 distinct reports on file.
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ENGINE FIRE UNDER NORMAL OPERATION
NHTSA ODI report, 20260112
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 JEEP COMMANDER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HIS WIFE WAS PARKED AT THE SUPERMARKET HIS WIFE ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE TWICE WITH NO AVAIL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200501
STALLING WHILE DRIVING
NHTSA ODI report, 20171120
11% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP COMMANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS TRAVELING 50 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY AFTER THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED. SMOKE ALSO EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120607
9% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP COMMANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD JERK VIOLENTLY AND MAKE A LOUD SOUND WHEN TURNING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110901
SAFETY TIMELINE
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING; DODGE AVENGER AND NITRO; JEEP LIBERTY, COMMANDER AND GRAND CHEROKEE; AND MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 DODGE RAM TRUCK. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE BOOSTER INPUT ROD RETAINING CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 10V009000 — check if this car was fixed
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2010 JEEP COMMANDER AND GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES. THEY MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED REAR TRACK BAR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR TRACK BAR BUSHING RETAINING HOOP AND REPLACE THE REAR TRACK BAR IF ANY ARE FOUND TO BE MIS-POSITIONED. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2010. OWNERS
Campaign 10V085000 — check if this car was fixed
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER 300, DODGE CHALLENGER, CHARGER, JEEP COMMANDER, GRAND CHEROKEE AND DODGE RAM VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A WIRELESS IGNITI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WIN MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 23, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 10V200000 — 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
2010 Jeep Commander — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 10V009000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V085000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V200000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V175000 (electrical system, power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2010 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 2010 Jeep Commander?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Jeep Commander have?
4 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.