CarComplaints.com Notes: Whenever a new product is introduced, there's bound to be some problems. And man oh man, does the 2006 Commander have some problems.
It's the plight of the 1st-generation adopter: you get the newest and shiniest in exchange for a handful of issues that get ironed out in future versions. But what happens when that handful of issues becomes a bucketload? The 2006 Commander has quality control issues like the door handles breaking off and the sunroof leaking. But what's truly worrisome is the electrical problems like the vehicle shutting down unexpectedly, gauges going crazy or the cruise control having a mind of its own.
Bottom line: if you want a Jeep Commander, you're better off looking at a later model year.
10.0
really awful
Crashes / Fires:
5 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
4 / 0
Average Mileage:
86,227 miles
About These NHTSA Complaints:
This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
I was driving to drop my son off at school and when I would press the gas, it wasn't moving like it should've been. It was barely moving, you could engine rev but it wasn't moving and didn't move until it got to 2, ig 2nd gear on the dash.
Transmission over temp warning comes on periodically caddying another fan to cone on. If you turn off vehicle and crank back it goes away for a while. Seems to be worse when the car is idling but also happens while driving. This has been going on for over a year.
Vehicle is having issues getting stuck in gear and not shifting unless you stop, turn off, and when turned back on will work for a while and then happen again. 3rd row seat belt doesnt work.
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Commander. The contact was unable to start the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired per an unknown power train recall in 2016. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ignition needed to be replaced. The contact called North point Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat (located at 7726 North point blvd, winston-salem, nc 27106, (336) 306-8945) and informed them of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 200,000.
The 2nd row seat belt buckle moves up so there for the seat belt wont latch enless you move plastic covering down also the Jeep shifts hard when put in reverse or drive
- Brooklyn Center, MN, USA
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The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Commander. The contact stated that the transmission was stuck in neutral. The manufacturer stated that there was no recall for the failure; therefore, the contact would have to pay for the repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 150,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Commander. The contact stated that the power train control module failed and caused the vehicle to shift into third gear without warning. The vehicle was taken to redlands Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (500 w redlands blvd, redlands, ca 92373) where it was determined that the previous owner had the vehicle repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 08V203000 (power train). The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 150,000.
Began experiencing issues with starting at all after the ignition switch recall was worked on and resolved. The Jeep won't start at different times, different weather conditions. The proper positioning and the vehicle acknowledging it being in park is an issue. The Jeep requires parking to be forced -using the gear lever shift from drive to park and look for the jolt to indicate it's in the appropriate gear, in park
Keep getting "transmission over temp" code and cooling fans turn on. Dealer say it cannot be recreated. If vehicle is shut off and started back on code goes away.
Transmission stop shifting properly and shuttering in motion..took it to transmission shop, they said transmission needed replaced. Got new transmission, still had same problem. Took it back to shop, they did a second repair and charged me $2959.50. They didnt described what they did the second time. I had no problems since..so far.
At 100K with no warning, engine runs hot, I wait for 30 min to cool down.. drive again and it runs hot.. mechanic says head gasket blown..smdh.. along with that it was raining and the sunroof starts leaking. 8 months prior I had to replace the transmission. What a Jeep and I am still paying on it.!! the Jeep people needs to recall these and at least reimburse people, now im stuck with buying a 5000 engine on a set income...basically couldve bought a brand new car with the funds I put out so far..
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Commander. While driving various speeds, the temperature warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted and there was an abnormal noise coming from the engine compartment. The contact indicated that the failure exhibited the same symptoms as listed in NHTSA campaign number: 08V203000 (power train). The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
While sitting at a stoplight vehicle will not accelerate feels as the loss of power. Vehicle does not want to move then told it's in some sort of safety mode I think the lead frame is failing from what I can tell. Vehicle sitting at a stoplight fails to accelerate barely moves
The tcm on this vehicle goes in neutral when you are driving use 3 different Jeep Commander and all have the same issue report it to the dealer and they told me is the tcm malfunction
On highway driving in winter weather conditions with 4X4, engine would not automatically shift and engine rod went through the oil pan. Vehicle was in motion trying to slow down the engine by braking. Vehicle was going straight.
1st my car has been having starting issues. The fuel pump was changed twice and that's not the issue.it seems to be coming from the wiring heading into the fuse panel in the engine. When I move it around it starts sometimes. And also when I put black tape around the wires it seems to correct the issues for weeks at a time. The problem is U never know when its gonna start or not. Now my engine, traction control and esp/bas warning lights are coming on. When that happens the transmission starts going haywire and feels like its only running on 1 gear plus when I reverse it feels like something grinds in the gears. However when those warning lights go off everything seems to go back to normal. Recently all the warning lights came on and the transmission over temp warning came on and my ac stopped blowing cold air and shortly after the car stalled in traffic on the highway. Thank god I was able to restart it but then it felt like the car drove all the way home using 2nd gear only in the automatic transmission. From reading other issues people are having online its obvious this model is having major electrical issues that no one seems to be able to correct. I am a Jeep lover but this model has completely made it difficult on me since its my only car and its so unreliable. I don't have the means to replace it right now so this situation has been unfortunate for
I have experienced on 3 separate occasions including today while driving my vehicle looses power sounds as if my transmission is not shifting or the gear shift will not shift. After I cut the off for a few minutes then I can shift my vehicle from park to drive without a loud screeching sound. Today, I had to use my emergency brakes just to keep my vehicle still after I put it in park. Seems as though the vehicle shifts into another gear and gets stuck until I cut my vehicle off. I believe it may be the transmission control module or transfer case issue. I know there was a recall on this vehicle for the tcm but I didn't have it done. I need help, this is getting to scary, constantly paying for a vehicle and call the manufacturer and nobody wants to do anything.
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Commander. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times with no warning. The vehicle was able to restart. The dealer was contacted more than twice. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic more than twice and they had been unable to replicate and diagnose the failure. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 14V438000 (electrical system) and 13V175000 (power train, electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
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- Lexington, KY, USA