Jeep Commander 4X4 Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 221 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the Jeep Commander 4X4 across 3 model years. The 2007 model year has the most (146). The words owners use most often: “ignition switch” (10% of reports).
- 221electrical system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 41%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Ignition switch: mentioned in 22 of 221 complaints (10%)
- Stalled without: mentioned in 19 of 221 complaints (9%)
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 166 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 221 complaints, 2 mention a crash.
Jeep Commander 4X4 electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Commander 4X4 | 7 | 54% | 79,000 |
| 2008 Commander 4X4 | 68 | 61% | 70,727 |
| 2007 Commander 4X4 | 146 | 43% | 69,900 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists electrical system for the Jeep Commander 4X4. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
This morning i was driving into work, when my car wasn't getting enough power to move. Each time i would give it gas, it would sputter at me. This has been a constant problem since i bought a year ago... I would like to know what the problem is so i can fix it
My fobik key is getting stuck in the own position and will not let me take the key out without unplugging the battery.
When attempted to start vehicle,clicks but starter won't turn. Adjusting contact if factory wires resolved no start situation temporarily. However, problem returned in 24hours
Jeep loses power and shuts down while driving in city and on the highway at random speeds. Also will shut down while stationary. Causes loss of power steering and brakes. Check engine light has not come on. The only way to restart is to fully place in park and completely remove the key. Violent…
Identical issue as found with nhtsa # 10908927 vehicle stalls while driving and cannot be restarted without putting the vehicle in park. Purchased the vehicle used with 170,000 miles on it. Carfax shows great care into the vehicle, however within first 24 hours after purchase have found it to stall…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Jeep Commander 4X4s have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 221 owner complaints about electrical system for the Jeep Commander 4X4. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Jeep Commander 4X4 electrical system?
No recall currently lists electrical system for this vehicle.
What do owners say about electrical system problems on the Jeep Commander 4X4?
The most frequent phrase is “ignition switch”, in 22 of 221 complaints, followed by “stalled without” (19).
Other Jeep Commander 4X4 problems
- Power Train problems (105)
- Engine problems (100)
See all Jeep Commander 4X4 problems.