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Jeep Commander problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Commander from 2005 to 2010: 2,752 owner complaints and 20 recalls across 6 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (1635), 2007 (696), 2008 (326). Best fuel economy: 16 mpg combined (2010).

Jeep Commander
Photo: Crazytales · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical1300
Transmission & drivetrain471
Engine440
Engine & cooling351
Body & structure220
Other / unknown141
Speed control / throttle131
Steering117

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200504–
20065163516
2007569616
2008432616
200924616
201044516

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Jeep Commander?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2006 (1635), 2007 (696), 2008 (326).

How many recalls has the Jeep Commander had?

Across 2005–2010, NHTSA lists 20 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).