Recalls ·2008 Jeep Commander 2WD

2008 Jeep Commander 2WD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2008 Jeep Commander 2WD; the most frequently affected component is electrical system — ignition. Owners filed 437 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 5 model years of this model in the database, 2008 ranks #3 for number of recalls.

Recalls5
Complaints437
Fires reported2in stored complaints

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Recalls (5)

Electrical system — IgnitionCampaign 14V567000 · 17 Sep 2014

Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Magnum vehicles manufactured May 23, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 24, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured April 3, 2007, to May 12, 2008, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured March 21, 2007, to May 12, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the ignition key (FOBIK) may not return to the "ON" position after being rotated to the "START" position, instead sticking between the two positions. Potentially, while the vehicle is being driven, the ignition may inadvertently move through the "RUN" position to the "ACCESSORY" or "OFF" ignition position, turning off the engine.

Risk: If the ignition stays between "START" and "ON" positions it could cause loss of certain electrical functions. If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the "OFF" or "ACCESSORY" position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P57.

Power train — Transfer case (4-wheel drive)Campaign 13V175000 · 07 May 2013

Problem: 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 manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.

Risk: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.

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 contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.

SuspensionCampaign 09E039000 · 19 Jun 2009

Problem: 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 instead of the proper grade 5 carriage bolts. The improper grade 2 carriage bolts could experience a loss of clamping force for the bottom strut fork.

Risk: This condition could cause a loss of effective lift and lowering of the affected vehicle, possibly creating the driver to panic which could possibly lead to a vehicle crash.

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 1-518-270-9822.

Electrical systemCampaign 08V059000 · 06 Feb 2008

Problem: Chrysler is recalling 1,338 my 2008 jeep grand cherokee and commander vehicles. The front control module may have been incorrectly manufactured.

Risk: This could cause the engine to stall while driving or not to start and/or cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative. Engine stalling or inoperative wipers could cause a crash without warning.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the module and replace it if necessary. The recall began on february 18, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Service brakes, hydraulic — CaliperCampaign 07V415000 · 12 Sep 2007

Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, front brake calipers in a certain lot may have been manufactured from gray iron instead of ductile iron as designed and could fracture without warning.

Risk: This would increase the vehicle's stopping distance and could cause a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front brake calipers to see if they fall into this lot and, if so, will replace them free of charge. The recall began on october 22, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system21 · 52%
Engine10 · 25%
Power train8 · 20%
Vehicle speed control6 · 15%
Unknown or other4 · 10%
Suspension3 · 8%
Air bags3 · 8%
Service brakes3 · 8%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

The vehicle door locks make s loud buzzing noise. I believe its the activator. This was noticed recently.

Electrical system · Dec 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

On a 2 lane road at a speed of 25 to 30 mph, the 2008 jeep commander quit accelerating when the gas pedal was pushed. It responded as if it was in neutral. Rpm's reved up high with no acceleration. When the vehicle was turned off and then back on it continued to do the same thing. Intermittently.

Power train · Dec 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

You will be going down the road and the car will stall on you in the middle of the road. No warning.

Forward collision avoidance · Mar 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

The recall (n23 nhtsa 13v 225) per shanepua, of chrysler, that is now causing major problems on my vehicle was not tasked to my specific vehicle and they won't honor the recall. The other 2 recalls were poorly done in feb 2020 and is now again causing problems.

Suspension · Nov 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.