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2008 Jeep Commander 4x4 problems, complaints & recalls

Most-reported problem areas: Electrical System (43) · Engine (14) · Power Train (10)

🧭 Reliability snapshot

92 /100
✓ Typical or better for this model

Compared against other Jeep Commander 4x4 model years — complaint volume vs the model's median year, recalls and severity. How we score →

🛣️ Complaints by mileage

<25k miles: 13 complaints <25k 25–50k miles: 20 complaints 20 25–50k 50–75k miles: 14 complaints 50–75k 75–100k miles: 18 complaints 75–100k 100–125k miles: 15 complaints 100–125k 125–150k miles: 6 complaints 125–150k 150k+ miles: 0 complaints 150k+

86 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.

111
Complaints
0
Recalls
21
Service bulletins
3
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
2
Deaths

Safety recalls (0)

No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).

Service bulletins (21)

Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.

Electrical System 2023-09-15 · 9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

connector kit before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957a$, check it in the mopar connector repair kit website to confirm part number and applicability. there is an error with the wiring diagrams in service library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. please use

Electrical System:wiring 2023-09-15 · 9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

connector kit before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957a$, check it in the mopar connector repair kit website to confirm part number and applicability. there is an error with the wiring diagrams in service library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. please use

Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19

Equipment 2020-04-22 · 08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.

Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Showing the 6 most recent of 21 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.

What owners report

2018-01-09 · Air Bags · 48,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander 4x4. the contact stated that the air bag indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to branhaven jeep chrysler dodge ram (348 w main st, branford, ct 06405) where it was diagnosed that the air bag needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the vin was invalid.…”

2017-08-08 · Engine · 53,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander 4x4. while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and lost power without warning. the vehicle was taken to jake sweeney chrysler jeep dodge ram (85 w kemper rd, springdale, oh 45246) who was unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failur…”

2017-05-26 · Unknown Or Other · 36,988 mi

“electrical problem sometimes when i start the jeep my radio will not come on it won't come until i cut it off and started it back up sometimes it take 2-4 starts. water problem i have water coming in on the passenger side floor board every time a hard rain comes. can't find where it comes from. looked on youtube about 6 people had the same proble…”

2017-05-02 · Unknown Or Other

“my car all of the sudden wouldn't turn on, it said damaged key, the key is fine, it unlocks and locks without a problem, but the car wont start. i've been told is the win…”

2017-03-23 · Visibility:sun/Moon Roof Assembly · 98,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander 4x4. when it rained, water entered the floor panel of the vehicle and caused the amplifier to fail without warning. the vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic who stated that the sun roof tubes needed to be cleared. the vehicle was serviced, but the remedy failed. the manufacturer was made aware …”

2017-02-06 · Engine

“ignition recall....jeep won't start. have a new starter and battery. when i can get it to finally start the fan stops. then i get stranded because it won't start again. i see this vehicle has 5 recalls. i bought this jeep from a car lot less than 6 months ago. the lot warranty has expired. so i googled the make and model and find 5 recalls. so far…”

2016-12-08 · Electrical System

“tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander 4x4. the contact stated that the vehicle randomly stalled several times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who was unable to replicate and diagnose the failure. the contact was excluded from nhtsa campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system). the manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no s…”

2016-10-14 · Power Train · 84,756 mi

“after application of the n23 software flash, 4wd low is no longer available. when attempting to shift in 4wd low, the only reactions is a service 4wd message. the dealership nor chrysler/jeep will assume responsibility for breaking the final drive and want to charge exorbitant fees for troubleshooting.…”

2016-09-30 · Power Train · 111,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander 4x4. while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle failed to shift gears. the service four wheel drive indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the transfer cable needed to be repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure recur…”

2016-08-09 · Electrical System · 90,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander 4x4. at various times, the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle would not restart until the following day. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the starter failed. the vehicle was repaired five times for the same issue. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign nu…”

Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.

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