Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
08V203000CHRYSLER LLCfrom 02/25/2005 to 01/11/2006V (Vehicle)2446105/19/2008ODICHRYSLER GROUP LLC05/06/200805/06/2008
Defect SummaryChrysler is recalling 24,461 my 2006 jeep commander vehicles equipped with 4.7l v8 engines. the powertrain control module (pcm) was programmed with software that may allow the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.
Consequence SummaryThis could cause a crash without warning.
Corrective SummaryDealers will reprogram the pcm software in all 4.7l engine equipped my 2006 jeep commanders built prior to january 11, 2006. the recall began on may 19, 2008. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
NotesChrysler recall no. h19.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
080300608/25/20060803006A10021239Powertrain control module initialization. *kb03/23/2007
210190610/13/200610020543Idle rpm flare cold vehicle operation-revised transmission oil fill level. some vehicles may exhibit slight idle flare at launch. this may occur during cold 25 degrees to 43 degrees temperatures and is most noticeable after extended idling.11/15/2006
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
180490712/13/200710023652This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the powertrain control module (pcm) with new software. *nj01/22/2008

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
PE07009CHRYSLER GROUP LLC02/12/200704/27/2007ENGINE STALL
 Odi has received 76 vehicle owner complaints alleging incidents of engine stall while driving in model year (my) 2006 through 2007 jeep commander vehicles (subject vehicles).some of the complaints reported one or more incidents of engine stall with a simultaneous loss of some or all lighting systems, including headlamps.two engine stalls resulted in a vehicle crash.in its response to a request for information, daimlerchrysler corporation (dcc) indicated that it has not determined the cause of engine stalling in the subject vehicles and that it hasformed a multi-disciplinary task force to investigate the issue. this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea07-007) to further assess the frequency, scope and potential safety consequences of the alleged defect.
EA07007CHRYSLER GROUP LLC04/27/200705/07/2008ENGINE STALLING08V203000
 On may 5, 2008, chrysler llc (chrysler) submitted a defect information report to nhtsa concerning an engine calibration issue that could result in engine stall in approximately 24,461 model year (my) 2006 jeep commander vehicles equipped with the 4.7l v-8 engine and built from february 25, 2005 through january 11, 2006.according to chrysler, the powertrain control module (pcm) was programmed with software that may allow the engine to stall during certain operating conditions.chrysler dealers will reprogram the pcm software in the recalled vehicles. information provided by chrysler during pe07-009 and ea07-007 indicated that a revised engine calibration was implemented in production effective january 12, 2006 for the my 2006 jeep commander vehicles equipped with 4.7l v-8 engines.odi's analysis ofconsumer complaints, field reports and other data related to field experience with engine stalling in my 2006 through 2007 jeep commander vehicles equipped with 3.7l, 4.7l and 5.7l engines identified an elevated rate of stalling incidents in the my 2006 vehicles equipped with 4.7l engines that were manufactured before the calibration change.odi interviewed over 70 consumers who reported stalling incidents in early production my 2006 4.7l vehicles.information gathered from those interviews indicated that the stalling incidents were occurring at various speeds, often occurred during turns and typically occurred more than once.the interviews did not identify any concerns with restartability. although the early my 2006 production vehicles with 4.7l engines make up only about 15 percent of all my 2006 through 2007 jeep commanders built by chrysler, they were responsible for 465 of the 854 reported stalling incidents (54%), 6 of the 12 crash incidents (50%) and the only injury claim.the stalling rate for the recalled vehicles is 1.90 percent, almost 7 times greater than the rate in the remaining population (0.28 percent).chrysler's recall covers the vehicles with the elevated stalling rate.the remaining vehicles have relatively low rates of stalling and do not exhibit any signs of aggravating factors such as problems with restart. odi also analyzed complaints alleging concerns with loss of lighting coincident to stalling incidents.this analysis identified seven stalling incidents where loss of exterior lighting was alleged.no specific cause was identified in these incidents and there was no discernible pattern regarding engine, vehicle production options, build range or failure trend. this investigation is closed with chrysler's recall.
DP06002CHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/13/200601/03/2007PETITION RE: UNINTENDED ACCELERATION
 Odi received a petition requesting a defect investigation concerning unintended acceleration in the 2006 jeep commander stemming from a fatal incident that occurred in delaware in december 2005.after a careful review of the circumstances surrounding this incident, odi finds no evidence to indicate the influence of a manufacturing defect.likewise, no similar complaints concerning this model exist in the odi complaint database.accordingly, the petition is denied.odi reserves the right to revisit this issue in the future should circumstances warrant.

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
POWER TRAIN
02/11/201399800
 Vehicle is a 2006 jeep commander 4x4 limited with the 4.7l engine. vehicle has suddenly stalled 4 times while driving in the last 6-8 weeks. vehicle stalled while backing out of parking space, driving 15-20 mph on a city street, while idling at a stop sign, and while accelerating from a stop light. these are the first occurrences in the 4 years we have owned the vehicle.
01/11/2013852531
 My jeep stalled as i accellerated on the on ramp of a major interstate. i coasted to the shoulder and tried to restart and would not restart until i shut it completely off and restarted. it ran with the check engine light on and the cruise control inopertable. idle was rough at low and higher rpm's. after about six restarts throughout the day the check engine light went out but the cruise control is still inopertable. one week later it stalled at idle during cold weather warm up with the same results following as before. the vehicle was purchased used from a dealer less than a week prior to the incident with 84,879 mi. a background check through autocheck was conducted prior to purchase with no major finding reported on this specific vehicle. from investigations through multible websites, this issue is common with this vehicle for several years. i have check the recall reports by vin # and this vehicle does not fall in the production catagory of manufacture recall but has the exact same symtoms for a recall. this is a major safety concern if the vehicle stalls on a rural highway with no shoulder to safely pullover. *tr
03/15/200720000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled and the warning lights illuminated intermittently. the vehicle would also stall while driving at lower speeds. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. the mechanic advised that the o2 sensor would have to be replaced. after the repair the failure continued. the o2 sensor was replaced three times. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm) that could have been related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the vin was not included. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 20,000. kmj
03/15/200720000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated while parked with the engine on the vehicle stalled. the warning lights would illuminate randomly and intermittently. the vehicle would also stall while driving at slow speeds. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. the mechanic stated o2 sensor would have to be replaced. after the repair the failure continued. the o2 sensor was replaced three different times. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) that could have been related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vin was not included. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 20,000. da
10/01/2012
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the gear shifter failed and had to be engaged with much force. the failure was experienced numerous times. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the transmission fluid was replaced however, the failure was not corrected. the manufacturer advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: (08v203000 power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm). the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was not available. the current mileage was 104,000. kmj
10/01/2012
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the gear shifter failed. the gear shifter had to be engaged without force. the failure was experienced numerous times. the vehicle was taken to the local mechanic. the transmission fluid was replaced, however the failure was not correct. the manufacturer advised that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: (08v203000 power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm). the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was not available. the current mileage was 104,000. li
07/07/2011520001
 I was driving along the highway, when the vehicle stalled and all of the lights came on. i pulled to the side of the road and restarted it and drove away. after taking it in i was told it was a problem with crankshaft position sensor and that it needed to be replaced. after replacing the crankshaft position sensor and driving it back up to the mountains, it happened again. same problem. i replaced the crankshaft position sensor for a second time. 6 months later a similar problem happened but instead of shutting down the car just sputtered and the engine light came on and started blinking. after taking it in the shop said that the 02 sensor needed replacing. i had passenger front o2 sensor replaced last month, and now it is happening again. the shop is now saying that the pcm is bad and that needs to be replaced. when will this end? *tr
07/07/201152000
 I was driving along the highway, when the vehicle stalled and all of the lights came on. i pulled to the side of the road and restarted it and drove away. after taking it in i was told it was a problem with crankshaft position sensor and that it needed to be replaced. after replacing the crankshaft position sensor and driving it back up to the mountains, it happened again. same problem. i replaced the crankshaft position sensor for a second time. 6 months later a similar problem happened but instead of shutting down the car just sputtered and the engine light came on and started blinking. after taking it in the shop said that the 02 sensor needed replacing. i had passenger front o2 sensor replaced last month, and now it is happening again. the shop is now saying that the pcm is bad and that needs to be replaced. when will this end?
04/19/201245000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle began to lunge forward and would not shift gears properly. in addition, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact was informed of a recall for the failure under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module -tcm, pcm). the manufacturer was notified who informed her that the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 45,000. kmj
04/19/201245000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph the vehicle began to lunge and not change gears properly and then stalled. the contact was informed of the recall for nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) the manufacturer was notified and informed her that the vin was not part of the recall. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileage was 45,000. dt
07/16/201286000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact was able to successfully restart the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic shop, who ran a diagnostic test and stated that there was a failure of the transmission control system and the emission related power train electronic unit. the manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm)). the vehicle was then taken to a dealer for repair. the failure mileage was 86,000.
07/26/2012126000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle would not immediately restart. the vehicle eventually restarted, but the failure continued to recur. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that a control module needed to be replaced. the contact was also informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 126,000.
07/16/201286000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact was able to successfully restart the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic shop, who ran a diagnostic test and stated that there was a failure of the transmission control system and the emission related power train electronic unit. the manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm)). the vehicle was then taken to a dealer for repair. the failure mileage was 86,000. sm.
07/26/2012126000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle would not immediately restart. the vehicle eventually restarted, but the failure continued to recur. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that a control module needed to be replaced. the contact was also informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 126,000.
07/16/201286000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated while driving 45 mph there was no warning illuminating and the vehicle stalled. the engine was turned off and then on and it reset it self. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic shop who ran a diagnostic test and stated the transmission control system malfunction and also the emission related power train electronic unit. the manufacturer was notified who stated there was a recall but the vin was not included. the recall nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 component: power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm). they informed him to take the vehicle to the dealer for repairs who replaced the transmission sensor. the vehicle was repaired a cost of $500 to the contact. the failure mileage was 86,000. mw
07/26/2012126000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle would not immediately restart. the vehicle eventually restarted, but the failure continued to recur. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that a control module needed to be replaced. the contact was also informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 126,000.
07/26/2012126000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle would not immediately restart. the vehicle eventually restarted, but the failure continued to recur. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that a control module needed to be replaced. the contact was also informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 126,000. sm.
07/26/2012126000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle would not immediately restart. the vehicle eventually restarted, but the failure continued to recur. the vehicle was taken to an authorize dealer and the contact was informed that a control module needed to be replaced. the contact was also informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 126,000. sm.
07/02/2012109000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 65 mph, she noticed that the check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle then stalled completely. the contact was able to restart the vehicle after several minutes and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. the dealer stated that they were not sure what was wrong with the vehicle. the manufacturer was contacted but provided no assistance. the failure and current mileage was 109,000. kmj
07/02/2012109000
 Tl- the contact owns 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated while driving 65 mph she notice the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. she stated that than she felt the vehicle shut down complete. she was able to pull over on the side of the road where she turn off and on the vehicle where it stated working again. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. the dealer stated that they was not sure what was wrong with the vehicle. the manufacturer was contacted, where they said that someone well call her back. the failure and current mileage was 109,000.jp
12/05/2011
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 70 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact stated that after coasting to a stop, the vehicle restarted without any problems but the check engine warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was told that the power train control module needed to be replaced. the dealer stated there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train automatic transmission: control module), but that the vehicle was not included. the vin was not available. the current mileage was 98,500. kmj
12/05/2011
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving on at 70 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact stated that after coasting to a stop the vehicle restarted without any problems, but the check engine light illuminates on the instrument. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was told that the power train control module needed to be replaced. the dealer stated there is a nhtsa recall campaign id: 08v203000 (power train automatic transmission: control module), but that the vehicle was not included. the vin was not accepted. the current mileage was 98,500.rl
09/01/2011104000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle would stall sporadically while shifting gears or when in motion. the contact resolved the failure temporarily by turning the vehicle off, removing the key, and restarting the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to dealer and an inspection was performed but no failures was found. the failure recurred several times. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module-tcm, pcm) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vin was not included in the recall. the current mileage was 104,000 and the failure mileage was 94,000. kmj
09/01/2011104000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated the vehicle turns off while shifting gear or just in motion. the contact resolved failure momentarily by turning vehicle off, removed key, and ignite. the vehicle was taken to dealer, inspection was made but no failure was found. the vehicle ran normally and without warning died, the failure recurred several times. the failure was associated with nhtsa campaing id number: 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm). the vin was not included in the recall.the current mileage was 104,000. the failure mileage was 94,000.yn
08/11/201169000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle began to decelerate independently and several warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. the mechanic stated that the transmission control module would have to be replaced. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) that could have been related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 69,000.
08/11/201169000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle began to decelerate independently and several warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. the mechanic stated that the transmission control module would have to be replaced. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) that could have been related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 69,000. kmj
03/27/2012117000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph, the engine rpms increased excessively as the vehicle decelerated abnormally. the vehicle became stuck in third gear and stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 117,000.
12/05/2011115000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated the vehicle would stall when braking to a complete stop. the contact also stated that the vehicle would attempt to stall when accelerating. the contact referenced nhtsa recall campaign id number: 08v203888 (powertrain: automatic transmission control module), but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall campaign. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer. the failure mileage was 115,000 and the current mileage was 126,000.
03/27/2012117000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph, the engine rpms increased excessively as the vehicle decelerated abnormally. the vehicle became stuck in third gear and stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 117,000. kmj
12/05/2011115000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated the vehicle would stall when braking to a complete stop. the contact also stated that the vehicle would attempt to stall when accelerating. the contact referenced nhtsa recall campaign id number: 08v203888 (powertrain: automatic transmission control module), but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall campaign. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer. the failure mileage was 115,000 and the current mileage was 126,000. kmj
03/27/2012117000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving at approximately 60 mph the vehicle revved up and began to decelerate. there was an increase in the rpm reading and the vehicle was stuck in third gear. the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 117,000. ds
12/05/2011115000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated the vehicle stalls when the vehicle comes to a stop. the contact also stated the vehicle feels like it is going to stall when the vehicle is accelerated. the contact found nhtsa recall campaign id number: 08v203888 (powertrain: automatic transmission control module), but was told by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included. the contact had not had the vehicle inspected by the dealer. the failure mileage was 115,000 and the current mileage was 126,000.rl
03/27/2012117000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving at approximately 60 mph the vehicle revved up and began to decelerate. there was an increase in the rpm reading and the vehicle was stuck in third gear. the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 117,000. ds
12/05/2011115000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated the vehicle stalls when the vehicle comes to a stop. the contact also stated the vehicle feels like it is going to stall when the vehicle is accelerated. the contact found nhtsa recall campaign id number: 08v203888 (powertrain: automatic transmission control module), but was told by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included. the contact had not had the vehicle inspected by the dealer. the failure mileage was 115,000 and the current mileage was 126,000.rl
03/27/2012117000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving at approximately 60 mph the vehicle revved up and began to decelerate. there was an increase in the rpm reading and the vehicle was stuck in third gear. the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 117,000. ds
12/05/2011115000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated the vehicle stalls when the vehicle comes to a stop. the contact also stated the vehicle feels like it is going to stall when the vehicle is accelerated. the contact found nhtsa recall campaign id number: 08v203888 (powertrain: automatic transmission control module), but was told by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included. the contact had not had the vehicle inspected by the dealer. the failure mileage was 115,000 and the current mileage was 126,000.rl
03/26/2012100000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle would stall intermittently and without warning. the contact smelled a burning odor and noticed smoke coming from the gear shifter. the warning lights then illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle was towed to the dealer, but a diagnosis of the failure was not determined. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure and the current mileage was 100,000. kmj
03/26/2012100000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle would stall while driving on the highway. the contact smelled something burning and noticed smoke coming from the gear shifter; also the warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel of the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, but a diagnosis was not determined. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure and current mileage was 100,000. nw
08/04/2010109000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled without warning. the engine was restarted and the vehicle resumed as normal. the failure recurred sporadically. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and repaired under nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module; tcm, pcm). the same day the vehicle was repaired, the contact experienced the engine stalling failure. the recall remedy did not correct the malfunction. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage 109,000. kmj
08/04/2010109000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled without warning. the engine restarted and the vehicle resumed as normal. the failure occurred sporadically. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and repaired under a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module; tcm, pcm). the same day the vehicle was repaired, the contact experienced the engine stalling failure. the recall remedy did not correct the malfunction. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage 109,000. js
09/01/201160000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. the vehicle operated as normal upon restart. the contact also stated that the vehicle would intermittently experience difficulty starting and required a jump start. in addition, the windows would involuntarily begin opening when he intended to close them. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the failure could possibly have been due to the electrical system. the battery was replaced but the failures continued. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, ppm)). no additional repairs were performed. the failure mileage was 60,000. kmj
09/01/201160000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. the vehicle operated as normal upon restart. the contact also stated that the vehicle would intermittently experience difficulty starting and required a jump start. in addition, the windows would involuntarily begin rolling down when he intended to roll them up. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the failure may be due to the electrical system. the battery was replaced, but the failures continued. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, ppm)). no additional repairs were performed. the failure mileage was 60,000. sm.
06/01/201150000
 2006 jeep commander does not start. we have to try about 30 times sometimes to get it to start. it just makes a clicking noise. also the jeep commander will stall while driving. (very dangerous) especially with two kids. another problem is it gets stuck in low gear or 4x4 (not sure which). i have read complaint after complaint on the internet about these same problems with many many 2006 commanders. i am very displeased with how jeep has swept these problems under the carpet. yes, they have had a few recalls, but nothing to fix these very serious and very dangerous defects. please help, as we spent a good amount of money on what we thought and needed to be a reliable vehicle. it is not reliable at all.
12/15/201152000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving at very low speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer where the dealer advised that the electronic shift module needed to be updated. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign i.d. number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 52,000.
12/15/201152000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving at very low speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer where the dealer advised that the electronic shift module needed to be updated. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign i.d. number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 52,000. kmj
12/15/201152000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated while driving at very low speeds the vehicle stall shutting the vehicle entire electrical system. the contact was unable to steer or use the brakes. the took the vehicle the to a dealer. the dealer stated the electronic shift module needed to be updated. the contact notice a nhtsa campaign i.d. 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm) and called the manufacturer. the manufacturer stated the vehicle was not included in the recall. the failure mileage was 52,000. jo
10/15/201182000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander 4x4. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the speed reduced to 20 mph while the accelerator pedal was engaged and the transmission warning indicator began to illuminate. the contact maneuvered to the side of the road. the engine was turned off and upon restarting the malfunction continued to occur. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that the pcm would need to be reprogrammed. there was a recall related to the failure under nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 82,000.
10/15/201182000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander 4x4. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the speed reduced to 20 mph while the accelerator pedal was engaged and the transmission warning indicator began to illuminate. the contact maneuvered to the side of the road. the engine was turned off and upon restarting the malfunction continued to occur. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that the pcm would need to be reprogrammed. there was a recall related to the failure under nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 82,000. sm.
05/01/201155000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact was driving approximately 65 mph when the vehicle stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle but the vehicle continued to stall intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics where the battery was replaced but the failure persisted. the vehicle was not further repaired. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) but the manufacturer advised that the vin was not included in the recall. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000. kmj
05/01/201155000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving at approximately 65 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle continued to stall intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic. the mechanic replaced the battery. the failure continued after the battery was replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) that may be related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000. ds
11/16/201156000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while approaching a stop sign at approximately 20 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) that may be related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 56,000. rvk
05/01/201155000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving at approximately 65 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle continued to stall intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic. the mechanic replaced the battery. the failure continued after the battery was replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) that may be related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000. ds
11/16/201156000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while approaching a stop sign at approximately 20 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) that may be related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 56,000. ds
10/25/201167000
 While driving, all gear indicators prnd light simultaneously, service park assist system message appears, check engine light illuminates, some hard shifts from 2 to 1, 2 to 3 and 3 to 4. vehicle loses power but does not stall. engine revs but does not transfer power to wheels
07/01/200935000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. the failure recurred when driving various speeds and when driving in reverse. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician advised that the transmission would have to be replaced or rebuilt. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 35,000.
07/01/200935000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. the failure recurred when driving various speeds and when driving in reverse. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician advised that the transmission would have to be replaced or rebuilt. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 35,000. kmj
10/26/2011
 Can't believe it! i was almost killed! have had the car a few months. only 40,000 miles on the car. i was driving on thruway in buffalo, ny and engine quit. lost steering and brakes. almost lost it as i went off the road. just read tsb on this car, only to find out this has been a problem for years. i'm fuming. why have you not made jeep recalled these cars? please don't wait for a death! i'm still shaking. it could have been me tonight. they've known there is a problem and they haven't done anything about it.
10/25/201150000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 30 mph. the vehicle operated as normal upon restart. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the transmission control module and power train control module failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the failure and current mileages were 50,000.
07/01/200935000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving at approximately 50 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. the failure occurs at different speeds and in reverse. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the technician stated the transmission would have to be replaced or rebuilt. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 35,000. ds
10/26/2011
 Can't believe it! i was almost killed! have had the car a few months. only 40,000 miles on the car. i was driving on thruway in buffalo, ny and engine quit. lost steering and brakes. almost lost it as i went off the road. just read tsb on this car, only to find out this has been a problem for years. i'm fuming. why have you not made jeep recalled these cars? please don't wait for a death! i'm still shaking. it could have been me tonight. they've known there is a problem and they haven't done anything about it.
10/25/201150000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 30 mph. the vehicle operated as normal upon restart. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the transmission control module and power train control module failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the failure and current mileages were 50,000. kmj
10/26/2011
 Can't believe it! i was almost killed! have had the car a few months. only 40,000 miles on the car. i was driving on thruway in buffalo, ny and engine quit. lost steering and brakes. almost lost it as i went off the road. just read tsb on this car, only to find out this has been a problem for years. i'm fuming. why have you not made jeep recalled these cars? please don't wait for a death! i'm still shaking. it could have been me tonight. they've known there is a problem and they haven't done anything about it.
10/25/201150000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 30 mph. the vehicle operated as normal upon restart. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the transmission control module and power train control module failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the failure and current mileages were 50,000. kmj
10/26/2011
 Can't believe it! i was almost killed! have had the car a few months. only 40,000 miles on the car. i was driving on thruway in buffalo, ny and engine quit. lost steering and brakes. almost lost it as i went off the road. just read tsb on this car, only to find out this has been a problem for years. i'm fuming. why have you not made jeep recalled these cars? please don't wait for a death! i'm still shaking. it could have been me tonight. they've known there is a problem and they haven't done anything about it.
10/25/201150000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 30 mph. the vehicle operated as normal upon restart. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the transmission control module and power train control module failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the failure and current mileages were 50,000. sm.
11/17/201050000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled without warning. the contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and upon restarting the vehicle resumed as normal. the failure recurred six times. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they were unable to locate a problem. in 2009 the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm)). the contact stated that the previous recall remedy failed to correct the defect. the manufacturer was notified of the recurring problem. the approximate failure mileage was 50,000. kmj
11/17/201050000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximate 60 mph the engine stalled without the illumination of the warning indicators. the contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and upon restarting the vehicle resumed as normal. the failure occurred six different times. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they were unable to locate a problem. in 2009, the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm)). the contact stated the previous recall remedy failed to correct the defect permanently. the manufacturer was notified of the recurring problem. the approximate failure mileage was 50,000. js
07/01/201172000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander limited . the contact was driving 65 mph when the engine stalled. the vehicle also failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was contacted where they confirmed that the vin did not qualify for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number:08v203000(power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 72,000 and the current mileage was 74,000.
07/01/201172000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander limited . the contact was driving 65 mph when the engine stalled. the vehicle also failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was contacted where they confirmed that the vin did not qualify for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number:08v203000(power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 72,000 and the current mileage was 74,000. kmj
07/01/201172000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander limited . the contact was driving 65mph when the engine stalled. the vehicle also failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed the vin did not qualify for recall under nhtsa campaign id number:08v203000(power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 72,000 and the current mileage was 74,000. rds
09/10/201174000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact was driving 55 mph when the air bag and engine failure lights illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who confirmed a fault in the trans axle fault software. the manufacturer confirmed that the vin did not apply to the recall under nhtsa campaign id number:08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 74,000 and the current mileage was 74,821.
09/10/201174000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact was driving 55 mph when the air bag and engine failure lights illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who confirmed a fault in the trans axle fault software. the manufacturer confirmed that the vin did not apply to the recall under nhtsa campaign id number:08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 74,000 and the current mileage was 74,821. rvk
09/01/20111
 2006 jeep commander. consumer writes in regards to transmission issues *tgw the consumer stated while driving 55 mph, the vehicle went from drive to 3rd gear and the check engine light illuminated. the consumer stated he had to turn the vehicle off, in order to get it out of 3rd gear. the consumer stated the transmission made a loud bang noise and then the engine revved up to 4000 rpm's. *jb
09/10/201174000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact was driving 55 mph when the air bag and engine failure lights illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop, and they confirmed a fault in the trans axle fault software. the manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed the vin did not apply to recall under nhtsa campaign id number:08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 74,000 and the current mileage was 74,821. rds
09/01/20111
 2006 jeep commander. consumer writes in regards to transmission issues *tgw the consumer stated while driving 55 mph, the vehicle went from drive to 3rd gear and the check engine light illuminated. the consumer stated he had to turn the vehicle off, in order to get it out of 3rd gear. the consumer stated the transmission made a loud bang noise and then the engine revved up to 4000 rpm's. *jb
06/19/200962000
 While driving the dash lights went out and headlights started flashing on and off. took it to dealer and they found no trouble. the vehicle keeps blowing rear tail light bulbs, and blower motor at times does not work on certain speeds. cigarette lighter/power outlets stopped working even though fuse is good. power windows intermittently stop working. the transmission went out around 62,000 miles. had dealer replace transmission and now at 102,000 miles the transmission will loose drive when shifting into 3rd under moderate acceleration. you then have to pull off the road and put the car in park, then back in drive to regain drive. transmission also surges under light throttle conditions at low speeds(10-20mph). i have contacted jeep and their response was that because of the mileage on the vehicle they could do nothing. i feel that the flashing lights and the loss of drive while in traffic are major safety issues. i have been researching this vehicle and found may other owners with the exact same problems.
09/01/20111
 2006 jeep commander. consumer writes in regards to transmission issues *tgw the consumer stated while driving 55 mph, the vehicle went from drive to 3rd gear and the check engine light illuminated. the consumer stated he had to turn the vehicle off, in order to get it out of 3rd gear. the consumer stated the transmission made a loud bang noise and then the engine revved up to 4000 rpm's. *jb
06/19/200962000
 While driving the dash lights went out and headlights started flashing on and off. took it to dealer and they found no trouble. the vehicle keeps blowing rear tail light bulbs, and blower motor at times does not work on certain speeds. cigarette lighter/power outlets stopped working even though fuse is good. power windows intermittently stop working. the transmission went out around 62,000 miles. had dealer replace transmission and now at 102,000 miles the transmission will loose drive when shifting into 3rd under moderate acceleration. you then have to pull off the road and put the car in park, then back in drive to regain drive. transmission also surges under light throttle conditions at low speeds(10-20mph). i have contacted jeep and their response was that because of the mileage on the vehicle they could do nothing. i feel that the flashing lights and the loss of drive while in traffic are major safety issues. i have been researching this vehicle and found may other owners with the exact same problems.
01/17/2011100000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated while driving at approximately 60 mph the vehicle hesitated, the instrumental panel lights illuminated, the vehicle stalled, and the failure was experienced several times. the vehicle was taken to the garage whom performed a diagnosed that suggested the vehicle software had to be reprogrammed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer advised recall 08v203000 power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm) was performed on the vehicle and maybe the vehicle stalling could be cause by another component, but the vehicle will need to be diagnosed. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure and the current mileage were 100,000. li
11/15/200830000
 On several occasions the jeep's engine has completely shut off while driving down the highway. the jeep has been taken to several dealerships but no problems have shown up on the computer diagnostics, so service techs won't touch it. this is very unsafe, chrysler will do nothing with the v6 only the v8.
10/30/201067583
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the vehicle stalled without warning while driving at any speed. the vehicle was taken to the garage, and the dealership, to be diagnosed, but the diagnoses didn't locate a failure code. the manufacturer advised the vin wasn't included in recall 08v203000 power train automatic transmission control module tcm, pcm. the vehicle wasn't repaired. the failure mileage was 67,583 and the current mileage was 67,999. li
10/26/201060000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was pulled over and after repeated attempts she was able to get it restarted. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. she also stated the vehicle experiences a hard shift as well as hesitation when trying to accelerate. the failure and current mileages were 60,000. sm.
10/30/201067583
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the vehicle stalled without warning while driving at any speed. the vehicle was taken to the garage, and the dealership, to be diagnosed, but the diagnoses didn't locate a failure code. the manufacturer advised the vin wasn't included in recall 08v203000 power train automatic transmission control module tcm, pcm. the vehicle wasn't repaired. the failure mileage was 67,583 and the current mileage was 67,999. li
10/26/201060000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was pulled over and after repeated attempts she was able to get it restarted. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. she also stated the vehicle experiences a hard shift as well as hesitation when trying to accelerate. the failure and current mileages were 60,000. sm.
09/21/201090356
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 35 mph the vehicle stopped accelerating while the engine continued to rev. the vehicle was pulled over and shut off. upon restart he was able to drive at a low speed. the vehicle was then towed to an independent repair shop where he was informed water was getting into the transmission and it was repaired. the failure mileage was 90,356 and the current mileage was unknown. sm.
06/15/2006200012
 Leased a 2006 chrsyler jeep commander brand new off the car lot to experience stalling multiple times approximately 2-3 months from the beginning of my lease. stalling occurred over 12x. i took the car in for servicing more than 4 times to be told that the car's computer was not registering the problem. then, i filed under the florida state lemon law to receive not action. presently, i have been in litigation vs. chrysler, under the warranty act, since to no avail. *tr
05/15/2009346171
 I have owned a 2006 jeep commander from brand new since june 10 2006. i have had over 5 occurrences of the vehicle stalling when i come to a stop sign, or stop light. almost every time i have reported it to the local jeep dealer. on about the second or third report when i brought it there, they claimed i had carbon build up on the throttle blade which can cause it to stall. that still didn't fix the problem. it has happened a few more times, and it has happened today. i googled jeep commander stalling and there was a forum with this link in it. also the transmission is delayed in engaging at certain times. *tr
04/25/200918166
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. in may of 2006, the contact began experiencing issues with the transmission and electrical system in his vehicle. the vehicle would not change gears and the instrument panel lights were constantly illuminated. he took the vehicle to the dealer three times and they reprogrammed the computer, which allowed the vehicle to perform normally for a while. on april 25, 2008, the vehicle shut off and remained locked in third gear while driving 10 mph. the contact was able to drive the vehicle to his residence. the dealer stated that there was no recall. previously, the contact took the vehicle to a repair shop to be diagnosed and was informed that the control module failed; however, the dealer continues to state that there is no failure. the failure mileage was 18,166 and current mileage was 85,000.
06/14/2008609001
 I own a 2006 jeep commander. i got notice for a recall on it, recall h19 about bad software programmed into the powertrain control module. i took it in and 2 days later my transmission locked into 3rd gear. i'm not a mechanic but i do know that the transmission is powertrain. i took it in to get check and they said i need a new solenoid which gets its signal to switch gears from the powertrain control module. they won't cover it though. i called jeep and they also said they won't cover it. i ask the garage if they could change it back to the way it was before the recall and they said no. my jeep was running fine before i brought it in for the recall. anyways after arguing with everyone about it i gave up and decided i'll pay for it, but come to find out, a transmission solenoid pack for jeep commanders are on factory backorder and don't know when they'll get the part. so that goes to say that alot of jeep commanders transmission solenoids are going bad. i was driving when the transmission locked into 3rd gear, the vehicle gave us a jerk when it shifted down to 3rd gear, from then on it wouldn't go into another gear. *tr
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
03/27/201203/01/2007
 Tcm downshifts while driving on 2006 jeep commander. tcm and linkage replaced feb 2011 to address situation. the new tcm is worse. it will downshift to lowest gear and stay there regardless of veh speed (has happened on the highway). the parking assist disable light will come on as a warning then the transmission will downshift. stopping the vehicle and putting it in park requiredto address the situation. vehicle is out of warranty and chrysler will not help. happens once a day.
07/23/201182000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle would stall at any time without warning. a local mechanic diagnosed that the transmission control module would need to be replaced. the dealer and manufacturer advised the contact of the nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) but advised that the vin was not associated with the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 84,500. kmj
07/23/201182000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle would stall at any time. a local mechanic diagnosed that the transmission control module would need to be replaced. the dealer and manufacturer made the contact aware of the nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) recall, but the contact vin was not associated with the recall. the failure was not remedied. the failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 84,500. nw
08/13/201196000
 After having problems with dashboard lights going all on and off while driving two years ago, now my transmission has failed and the computer has gone out of the car. i have had ongoing issues with the air conditioning, and have replaced the module in the air conditioning to just have the issue re-appear a year later. the cruise control has gone out. and with heavy rains, i have leaking with my sunroof.
07/22/201152130
 While driving down the highway the car shut off while going 60 miles per hour. i coasted over to the side of the road. the engine was able to restart. it was very dangerous though having the car shut off while driving 60 miles per hour on a busy road and trying to pull off the road safely. the engine lights stayed on after the car was restarted. i had the car towed to the service center for repair. they re-flashed to correct the codes.
11/15/200937000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving at approximately 50 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact was able to start the vehicle after it stalled. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (cm, pcm)) and was repaired by the previous owner. the contact stated there was also a burning smell coming from the vents. the air conditioner stopped functioning after the burning smell. the contact also noticed an electrical failure with the passenger side window which would go down when the window button was pushed to close the window and the interior dome lights which go on and off on there own. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 37,000. ds
07/04/201166500
 Suddenly out of nowhere my 2006 jeep commander v6 just start jerking and driving very poorly. it only stays in third gear and the mil light indicator is on. it also jerks and seems like theres issues with the transmission. i've read online hundreds of users posting the same issue but there is no recall on the vehicle yet. this is very irritating and this could've easily caused an accident. i do not ever plan on purchasing an american made vehicle ever again. the jeep dealer will not address this issue. this is unacceptable. i still have the issue.
05/10/201198000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 70 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact stated the failure occurred intermittently four different times. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) which may be related to the failure but stated the vehicle was not included. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 98,000. ds
05/03/201170000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled when the driver was traveling approximately 70 mph. upon restarting the vehicle, it operated normally. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified and advised the contact the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the failure had since recurred. the failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 74,000.
05/03/201170000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated the driver was driving approximately 70 mph when the vehicle stalled. upon restart the vehicle operated as normal. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the failure had since recurred once. the failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 74,000. sm.
04/03/200635000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact started the vehicle and the four wheel drive indicator light was illuminated. the contact proceeded to drive as the vehicle became jerking with hesitation. the following day while parked on an incline, the vehicle rolled away and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. a police report was available. the vehicle was towed to a dealer were they stated there was a problem with the transfer case that can make the gears sticky and that is why the four wheel drive light came on. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 35,000.
04/03/200635000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact started the vehicle and the four wheel drive indicator light was on. when the contact drove the vehicle it was very hesitant and jerked when going forward. the next day the contact was informed the vehicle rolled down the hill, which is a slight incline, and crashed into the back of another vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a dealer were they stated there was a problem with the transfer case that can make the gears sticky and that is why the four wheel drive light came on. the dealer inspected the vehicle and said nothing was wrong with the vehicle. the failure mileage and current mileages were 35,000.rl
03/16/201175000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle stalled in the fast line of a major highway. she shifted the vehicle into neutral and nothing happened, she attempted to turn the ignition key and it would not work. she waited fifteen seconds and the vehicle started normally. the contact stated that the failure occurred three to four times. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failure. she was advised by the dealer that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 75,000.
03/16/201175000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle stalled in the fast line of a major highway. she stated she engaged the vehicle in neutral and nothing happen, she attempted to turn the ignition key and it would not work. she waited 15 seconds and the vehicle started as normal. the contact stated the failure had happen three to four times. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failure. she was advised by the dealer that the transmission needs to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 75,000. vwb
01/03/201160000
 Jeep commander gets hard jolt, as if being hit from behind, and engine dies. no lights on dash, just won't go. engine doesn't rev. tach at 0 regardless of amount of accelerator. you can put it in park and it will start again. this has happened on several occasions, i have had it in the shop on numerous occasions, always with the report of nothing is showing on the computer report. i have spent over $1000 on various fuel systems services, tune ups, etc which they say may be the problem, but it is still stalling. dealer says that the problem can't be replicated. with all these reports, and the obvious danger of an unexpected stall this is life threatening and needs to be recalled.
12/22/201060000
 2006 jeep commander stalled while on the highway and would not move. the vehicle towed to a service facility. the torque converter in the transmission came apart. the vehicle had 60,000 miles on it. chrysler was no help at all. tramsmission was replaced at a cost of $3200
12/19/201087000
 2006 jeep commander limited. transmission failed at 87,000 miles. without warning, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle downshifted to first gear at 60 mph (remember, this is an automatic) no acceleration control caused a slow down in an area where there are no shoulders to pull off on and nearly caused an accident. could not get vehicle to move. left family stranded in unfamiliar area. two independent shops say it will take a transmission to remedy the problem. $3,500 dollars.
12/05/201049600
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving 35 mph the vehicle sputters, the wheel, locks the power steering fails and the vehicle stalls. all the warning lights will illuminate informing him the vehicle will stall. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was called and informed him that the vin was not included in the recall nhtsa# 08v203000. component: power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm). they offered no other assistance. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 49,600. -mw
12/19/201087000
 2006 jeep commander limited. transmission failed at 87,000 miles. without warning, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle downshifted to first gear at 60 mph (remember, this is an automatic) no acceleration control caused a slow down in an area where there are no shoulders to pull off on and nearly caused an accident. could not get vehicle to move. left family stranded in unfamiliar area. two independent shops say it will take a transmission to remedy the problem. $3,500 dollars.
12/05/201049600
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving 35 mph the vehicle sputters, the wheel, locks the power steering fails and the vehicle stalls. all the warning lights will illuminate informing him the vehicle will stall. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was called and informed him that the vin was not included in the recall nhtsa# 08v203000. component: power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm). they offered no other assistance. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 49,600. -mw
12/19/201087000
 2006 jeep commander limited. transmission failed at 87,000 miles. without warning, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle downshifted to first gear at 60 mph (remember, this is an automatic) no acceleration control caused a slow down in an area where there are no shoulders to pull off on and nearly caused an accident. could not get vehicle to move. left family stranded in unfamiliar area. two independent shops say it will take a transmission to remedy the problem. $3,500 dollars.
12/05/201049600
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving 35 mph the vehicle sputters, the wheel, locks the power steering fails and the vehicle stalls. all the warning lights will illuminate informing him the vehicle will stall. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was called and informed him that the vin was not included in the recall nhtsa# 08v203000. component: power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm). they offered no other assistance. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 49,600. -mw
10/17/201070000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving 25 mph the gear drop down to neutral and the vehicle will stalls. the check engine warning lights, brake lights and other light would illuminate. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated the electronic transmission module has failed and needed to be replaced. this repair would cost $1200. there was recall nhtsa # 08v203000, component: power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm) but her vin was not included. the manufacturer was contacted and stated they will give her a return call and offered no other assistance. the failure mileage was 70,000......mw
05/16/201044000
 My check engine light came on in my 2006 jeep commander this is a common problem code 0700 failure of transaxle control module it was a recall for the 4.7 but not the 3.7 it can be lifetrhreatning for your truck to hesitate while you are merging into traffic something needs to be done
11/10/200867000
 Had cruise control set to 65 mph on the freeway. out of nowhere the car began accelartaing on its own to reaching speeds of 85 mph. if cruise control is turned on now it accelerates on its own and i ma not able to control the speed at all. have taken car to dealership but they say nothing is wrong. front windshield leaks and lets in too much air. i should not have to pay for repairs since it is a defect. driver side window doees not go down. now rear passenger side window is starting to get stuck. have replaced driver side switch and the problem still exists. front passenger window goes down but the driver side which has controls to all the windows does not work for any of the windows. my car accelarates on its own on a daily basis. it can go from 35 mph to uncontrollable speeds. taken to dealership several times but they never find the problems. dealership cant even figure out what is wrong with the electrical windows
10/05/2009576591
 Driving my 2006 jeep commander on 635e in dallas, tx, the car just died going 70 mph with 6 lanes of traffic, and i was in the lane next to the hov lane and it had not shoulder, just a concrete wall. rather that cross 4 lanes of heavy fast traffic with no acceleration in the car, i went into the hov lane which had less traffic and got rear ended but was not a serious wreck as it well could have been. i put my car in park and started it and took the next exit and reported the accident to the police. when i got home i looked up recalls for my jeep and found the v8 engine had a recall on the front control module since the car would stall on the highway. my car is a v6. i took it to the dealership and they could not find anything wrong. i called jeep and they said i should take it to another dealership 50 miles away to see another doctor to find the problem in the meantime i have to fix the damage from the rear end collision and thank my luck stars i am still alive to fix it. your campaign number for the recall i referred to is: 08v059000. *tr
03/20/200960000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving 65 mph the vehicle stalled without any prior warnings. as a consequence there was an increased risk for a vehicle crash. the vehicle was towed to a local repair facility, in which a mechanic stated that the transmission caused the failure. no repairs were made. the current and failure mileages were 60000.
08/21/2009453171
 Torque converter broke apart causing transmission failure at 45,300 miles. *tr
07/28/200959000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while at a stop light, the vehicle suddenly surged forward and then stalled. when the contact examined the vehicle, she noticed that it will shift into the drive gear, and could only be driven in third gear. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. the current and failure mileages were 59,000.
07/23/2009650001
 Have a 2006 jeep commander. lights have been flickering and car has not wanted to start. found that battery was not holding charge and replaced. now we drive at speed and the engine begins to race while not increasing speed. have taken to dealer in cincinnati,northgate and they reset computer but before we could leave the bay area it started making a grinding noise and the check engine light is back on. they say the are going to have the transmission guy look at it and get back to us. i read hundreds of complaints on your site and the majority of them are describing problems that are very similar over the last 3 years. don't you have enough complaints on this that chrysler should be doing a recall? after all the government is now deeply invested in chrysler. *tr
06/16/2009410001
 I have a 2006 jeep limited commander. i bought new. in less than 9,000 miles i had the car in the shop 3 times for transmission issues. then in july 2007 the transfer case had to be replaced, stalling my family in the middle of hwy 71 going 65 mph. after that the hard shifting continued and i took to shop three other times. all that was said is can't duplicate problem. yesterday with 41k miles on the car, all of the gauges went out while driving. no tac, no speed, ac went out. very bad and very dangerous. jeep knows about the transmission issues and will not fix properly. *tr
02/01/2007260001
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving various speeds, the vehicle would jerk and all the instrumental panel lights would flicker. the failures have occurred ever since the vehicle was purchased. the vehicle was taken to a dealer and they continued to state that the engine and transmission failed. the vehicle was repaired five or six times under warranty within the past two years. recently, the vehicle would not restart after it was turned off. the failure mileage was 26,000 and current mileage was 80,000. updated 062909 *bf the dealer discovered the front pump and torque converter were damaged. the number 6 cylinder misfired and the coil was cracked which was allowing water to get into the plugs. updated 07/02/09.*jb
04/15/200925551
 Recall notice from chrysler. took commander into shop for repair. after 4 hours, technician stated that unable to download program from corporate computer to fix. need to bring car back later. this is the second time for a recall, and our car has been in there a total of 4 times for safety issues such as broken seat belts. it has been there a number of other visits, starting at 2555 miles, for defective windshield mount, defective gas fill line mount, and defective windshield wiper fluid pump. previous hazards were handled, but resulted in a good number of days of at least 6 hour services. now, after 4 hours, this service is not completed and i have to bring the car back again. *tr
03/25/2009620001
 Bought vehicle 3/31/06 new now has 60,000 miles. the vehicle has had numerous instances with stalling while driving. all the instrument panel lights will light up and headlights will switch on/off to high beams on their own. will lose powersteering and there seems to be a change in acceleration. on march 20th i was traveling at approx 30 miles per hour and lost power but the instrument panel lights did not go off as usual. i pulled off the road and parked vehicle. had my step-father come to assist and he stated there car didn't seem to want to go gear properly, assumed this was due to the prior electrical problems and drove commander to dealership approx. 1 mile away. was told there was a plug in the transmission leaking where the electrical wires enter, cost to repair $430. after completing those repairs was told the transmission is destroyed and needs replaced at $3500. chrysler is not offering any assistance to an obvious manufacturer issue. stated i knowingly drove a vehicle with low transmission fluid and am negligent. *tr
02/10/2009510001
 While merging onto the highway when i try to accelerate there is not power. there is boxes around all gears (prnd). the display flash service park assist. then check engine light comes on. called chrysler said to take to dealer and find out what the repair will be. dealer said it was a u0404 code invalid data received from gear shift control module and a p0700 code transmission control system. this module is $700 and chrysler said it was helping me out and doing me a favor by letting me just pay $200. i have found this exact problem mentioned on multiple jeep forum sites. my parents have replaced the same part and my brother is having the same problems now. i've talked with chrysler asking why i should have to pay for a part that is malfunctioning in a unsafe manner and was told it hasn't been recalled yet. *tr
11/15/200810
 My 2006 jeep commander stalls. i purchased the vehicle 2 months ago and the jeep has stalled around 10 times to date. i took the commander to barton jeep here in spokane...they said they flashed the computer. they said this should fix the problem. nope! stalled 3 times in the last week (which is when we got the jeep back from barton jeep). my concern is that my wife could get into a serious accident if the vehicle decides to stall on the freeway or somewhere else. please help me! *tr
11/06/200860000103/14/2006
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the vehicle was parked in the driveway with the gear shifter in the park position. the contact exited the vehicle and it suddenly began to roll without assistance. the vehicle failed to slow down and rolled approximately 1,500 feet across the street, down a hill, and crashed into a deck at another residence. the vehicle turned onto its side. there was an occupant in the rear passenger seat. the air bags failed to deploy with the massive impact. the failure occurred without warning. the occupant sustained minor injuries and there was personal property damage. the vehicle was completely destroyed. the police and ambulance were called to the scene and a police report was filed. the failure and current mileages were 60,000. updated 03/18/09. *lj updated 03/19/09. *jb
12/01/2007230001
 I bought the 2006 commander used in august of 2007 with 13,000 miles on it. it ran great, no complaints. in the winter-time, i noticed when i started it after it had been sitting for several hours, then put it in gear, stepping on the gas pedal would do nothing but rev the engine. a few seconds later it would kick into gear and go. i contacted the dealership who said it just needs time to warm up, it's winter and the car is cold. when spring rolled around this was still occurring. one day i was traveling down a hill, heard a big clunk and then the gear shift would only register 3, 4 and 5. no 1 or 2. i brought it in and they replaced the solenoid. the problem didn't come back right away but came back eventually. i've had the problem ever since december of 2007 and on monday i'm taking it in for the 4th time to drive with yet another technician so they can guess at what the problem may be. problem is, i'm at 35,400 miles. once i hit 36k i'm sure they'll discover the problem and then i'll have to pay for it. *tr
11/21/2008294461
 While driving, there is a loud grinding noise coming from front drivetrain(?). vehicle bucks and engine shuts off. electrical power also shuts off. this is the third occurrence of such an incident, and all the info submitted here pertains to this 3rd incident. *tr
11/21/2008443681
 2006 jeep commander with 5.7l hemi stalls while driving at all levels of speed without warning. all power is lost, and i had two instances of this occur within one week while making a left turn. three visits to the dealer via tow truck in two weeks and after i was told it was done yesterday, six miles into my ride home, it happened again. this is a life threatening situation. build date is 5/06. all tsbs have been applied to no avail. need help!! *tr
10/27/2008621391
 Additional problems reference odi complaint #10244597. received car back from dealership ran fine for two weeks. the car is now stalling on the highway at 40 mph near our home. thank god i was able to get the car to the side of the road. then the park assist service light came on and went off again. i got the car home. my husband took it out. the transmission was slipping and not shifting into higher gear. today taking the kids to the bus it stalled again. when i was able to restart, i put my foot on the gas and the car hesitate, almost causing an accident. i have pretty much decided on voluntary repossession, as my kids are worth more than the deficient balance. *tr
08/20/2008350001
 My truck has been experiencing extreme idling after the powertrain control module (pcm) was re-programmed 2 months ago. my truck revs up and down very fast, so much, while in park, or stopping at a red light, that it is causing my truck to burn alot of gas faster. i still experience my truck stalling while making turns, which completely turns off the truck's power, which causes me to lose control steering. *tr
08/23/2007350001
 Doors leak rust on the hinges now, knocking sound in the engine,be driving down the road all of sudden the jeep will not shift all gears are lit up have to stop shut down for 5 to 10 min. then will be ok been in the shop 10 times told i had electric lifters put a piece of weather strip in the door to fix leak they say rust is normal reset the transmission and a leak on it replaced motors to power windows still don't work right. *tr
07/26/2008222301
 Received a notice for a computer software recall in my jeep commander. # weeks later the cars stalls while driving losing all control. took it in again updated software. driving in maine 55 mph whole system shut down while driving. restarted after 10 min. stalled and shut down again. towed to jeep dealer in maine. now i am renting a car to get home then will have to come back and pick up my car. this is not just a simple recall i could have been killed or have killed someone else on the highway. i am getting rid of this vehicle as soon as possible. *tr
07/22/2008377001
 Our 06 jeep commander has been a nightmare since the day we purchased it used with 14k miles on it in 3/07. we continue to have problems with the dash lights coming on, stalling just today 7/22- the lights lit up and the air conditioner quit working!!! no fan no blower... nothing. it has been brought in for the recall for this but it keeps happening. oh and did i mention that autopark jeep in cary, nc sold me a lemon/buyback.... they gave me the carfax report after 30 visits to the service dept.... fool me once, fool me twice... i am hoping that jeep will buy it back again for this complete lemon!! i know have 37k on it and the service dept was talking that they did not know if jeep would cover the work.... they can keep it.. *tr
06/26/2008287901
 This is an update of my previous post. my 2006 3.7 liter commander 4x4 has been at the dealer since monday the 7th. when i took it in it had been stalling now and then, the engine light was on and the display service park assist had came on the day before i took it in. on the way to the dealer, it shut down no breaks, steering, nothing. the dealer tested it and said it gave them a code u1400 which was the tcm module. they replaced it and told me to come and get it on june 9th. i picked it up and on the way home, going up a slight incline about a block fro the dealer, it shut down again, and started rolling backward down the hill, and all i could do was pull the emergency break and pray that it still worked, it did. after three tries, i got it started and took it back to the dealer, who put a computer on it as soon as i got there, they told me i would have to get a ride home, and the next day called and said it needed ecm module, they also told me that they contacted chrysler and they had a 1000 piece backlog on them. i asked them what i should do for transport, and they told me i should call chrysler because the car was unsafe to drive. they also told me that there had been a major recall on the 2006 4.7 liter commander for the same problem, but not the 3.7 models. the dealership has been great, but chrysler has been unreal to deal with, they simply do not care about the customer, and have been no help. i called the dealer today to let them know that chrysler told me the part would be ready for delivery on july 18th, but my guess is that if there's 1000 backordered, it will be some time before i will get mine. i guess we will see. *tr
06/25/2008260001
 I bought my 2006 jeep commander in 2006 as a demo with 18,000 miles on it. i really didn't drive it that much as you can tell by the mileage on it and it has only had three oil changes. when it reached about 20,000 miles it stalled on my way to work and i called and spoke to a tech where i bought the car, he told me that i had probably gotten some bad gas. then two weeks ago it stalled again and the engine light came on for a day, then it went out. it came on again and stayed on and it continued to stay on, and service park assist displayed on the dash. the dealer where we bought the car is 20 miles from where we live so i made an appointment with a dodge dealer about 3 miles from my home. on monday july 7th when driving there for the appointment, i was making a left hand turn and it shut down, no brakes, no steering, no lights on the dash, nothing. i got to the side of the road and it re-started after 3 tries. i made it to the dealer and they called my today and said it was ready and they had to install a tcm module. i went to pick it up, and on the way home, it did the same thing again, the only thing it didn't do was display the engine light, but the stalling and the service park assist came back on. i took it back to them and they hooked it back up to the computer and told me i needed to find a way home and they would call me tomorrow. they didn't know what was wrong with it yet. *tr
06/20/2008281
 I purchased my 2006 jeep commander 3.7 4x4 in 2007 as a demo. it had 18,000 miles on it when i bought it and now is has 28,000. i have not driven it very much as you can tell by the mileage, and it has only had to have two oil changes (every 3,000 miles) and is almost due for another. i have been having issues for three weeks now, 1. first it stalled in traffic when i was doing about 30 mph. 2. the engine light came on and stayed for a day, went off and came back on two days later and has been on since. 3. when driving, the car will shift really hard into second gear for no reason. on the 3rd of july it started doing all sorts of weird shifts and stalls, i made an appointment with the dealer tomorrow, and i have not driven it since the 3rd of july because i am worried about breaking something. *tr
02/01/20064000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact has been experiencing frequent failure with the transmission slipping. the vehicle also stalls. the contact stated that the slipping, stalling, and vibration occur weekly. the failure mileage was 4,000.
03/11/2008101/12/2006
 2006 chrysler jeep commander---- for two years now it has an idle issue, car acts like its going to stall ,rpm gauge fluctuates when this occurs, have given chrysler 11 opportunities to fix this problem, and they do not have a fix. filed lemon, was told by the board my vehicle has a condition, however does not qualify as a lemon. also has a shudder in transmission accelerating between 30 and 40 mph. *tr
12/05/200716122409/20/2006
 November 24 evening leaving fuji (children in car) november 30 morning on way to work ? hit mailbox (baby in car) december 5 morning on way to work ? dies turning out of subdivision and stalls in middle of street (baby in car) there was one other instance when i had all kids with me?it was prior to nov 24 but i do not recall the actual date all of the instances the engine stalled, the lights (when on) went out, i lost the ability to steer and brake as well. the mph ranged from 4 or 5 mph to 35 mph. there were times when it was warm and days that it was cold. nothing seemed to standout as a possible trigger i took car to dealer after the november 24th incident. tony in the service department said there was really nothing that they could do unless it was a problem they could make happen when they drove it. a few days later i wrecked into a mailbox when my jeep stalled and i lost steering and braking capability....i am lucky it was not head on with a large truck or a tree. *tr
03/20/200730001011/27/2006
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving 30-35 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning. the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. as of november 5, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. the contact stated that the vehicle would not shift correctly and he heard a grinding noise coming from the engine. the dealer stated that the vehicle needed a new transmission. they replaced the transmission. the failure mileage was 3,000 and current mileage was 11,730. the consumer stated a new transmission put in the vehicle and new bearings in the transfer case. the consumer stated a new power steering pump, new brake calipers, and the consumer stated there are still electrical problems with the vehicle. updated 11/20/07 *tr
11/15/20062000906/09/2006
 I purchased a 2006 jeep commander last year. i have had the following items replaced on my jeep front passenger interior door panel. strange noise coming from my car that sounded like playing cards in bike tires ended with replacing front axel ring and pinion. car kept popping out of gear the entire gear shift was replaced. my passenger window had to be fixed it kept sticking halfway up. i had a problem where my car kept stalling. i was told the first time that no error appears on the computer and jeep knew of no issue with cars stalling so maybe it was bad gas. it died several more times and finally they did replace a part inside the idol. i also had an issue where my headlights kept turning off as i drove or would flash on and off. they replaced the headlight switch. i have had the rubber stripping from my back driver side window come off and now it is occurring on the passenger side. from the beginning i have told them i do not feel my transmission is working properly that it shifts hard and when i shift from reverse to drive there is a big hesitation. i have been told no error is appearing on computer and that jeep as usual has no known issues so they had no suggestions. once again they thought it was a gas issue moving from winter to summer blend. the last time i had it in when it was stalling i told them it the transmission was still hesitating and would make a pop noise at times then it would go. it is still occurring and at times the car acts like it might not shift into drive. i am satisfied with how my dealership is working with me they are doing their best to help me. i blame jeep/chrysler all you have to do is search the web to see that there are so many others just like me with the exact same issue. they need to recall these cars now and if they can not find the problem then replace them for us. *tr
06/10/20070907/29/2006
 I won a 2006 jeep commander and had some major problems, most notiably transmission failures and stalling while driving. the problem had picked up. jeep denied there was a problem., but the dealership staff was seeing this alot. last week i was driving with my family on a winding road in the mountains with a boat in tow and the vehicle stalled. thankfully, i was able to pull to the side and not go over the edge. then, today it happened again in traffic at 40 mph. i had to put in neutral while driving and restart. please do something. the dealer would not help, and said it wa s jeep's problem. the jeep representative stated they do not have a problem with stalling. *ak
06/05/200716210207/09/2006
 From new, i have noted an issue with the transmission of my commander when stopped on an incline. the vehicle drifts backward unless you apply the brake. several times i have left it drift a foot or so to see if it would stop drifting, but it was usually not safe to let it continue. obviously applying the brake is the normal thing you would do when stopped at a stop sign or traffic light anyway, so i didn't consider it a real problem. i reported it to my dealership, and they checked the tcm for any errors or problems, claiming they found none. i asked if they could please check it again, test drive it, etc., and they reported that after further investigation into service bulletins or issues they saw a recommendation based on a number they found on the transmission or tcm that a flash of the tcm should be performed. they report that this was done. today, upon receiving the vehicle back from the dealership, i tested the vehicle to see if this condition had been fixed. today i found a safe location to test, and this time i let the vehicle continue to drift backward. to my surprise, it continued to drift for about 15 feet, and the vehicle actually stalled. i did this twice with the same results. i have not had any incidents or accidents related to this issue, but i do feel that it is not correct behavior and believe it should be investigated. i cannot really even think of any situations where this would cause an accident unless there was a brake failure or something, or if the vehicle couldn't be restarted after a stall. i am just reporting this very odd behavior for an automatic transmission. i can re-create this problem at any time.
03/01/2007290001003/22/2006
 At approx 29k my 2006 jeep commander began acting like it was going to stall out while the engine idled whether in park or drive. it also would act like it was going to stall if i were turning and hit a curb or bump. examples of when this happened: 1. at night, my engine was running, the car was in drive with my foot on the brake and my door was open; the interior lights began to dim and the engine almost cut off. 2. i was turning right from one road to another and hit the curb and the engine almost stalled. 3. i was stopped at an intersection waiting to turn right onto a road when the engine almost stalled. 3. i was parked with the engine running idle at a gas station looking for my atm card when the engine almost stalled. these instances seem to happen every couple of weeks. the jeep has been to 2 different dealers three different times for this and they told me that they can't replicate the problem and that my alternator is working at the correct amps. in addition, i have had transmission leaks and my family was left stranded 6 hours away due to a transmission problem that one dealer said was the mistake of another when they fixed my transmission leak. *tr
04/01/200733000612/06/2006
 My wife was preparing to merge into traffic from a parking lot on a busy street in our hometown. in this particular parking lot there is a telephone pole near the egress portion of the parking lot. as she was pulling out the vehicle stalled, causing complete loss of control of steering and braking causing the vehicle to strike the telephone pole causing some damage to the jeep. we purchased this vehicle because we felt it would be safe for our family of 5, myself, my wife and my three young girls under the age of 8. i have lost all confidence in the safety of this vehicle and i refuse to put my family in jeopardy with this vehicle, this vehicle has done this many times before and the dealer can not find a fix. i have contacted an attorney and he has taken my case as a lemon law claim will be filed. this vehicle has had numerous other problems since the week we brought it home. i have always owned jeep, from cj's to cherokee and now the commander, i have always been happy with the jeep legacy but i have lost all faith in the new jeep. please help before someone gets killed in this jeep. *jb
05/02/20075000106/20/2006
 Car frequently stalls. dealer has been unable to fix it. ongoing for several months. the car has been in at least five times for this problem. *jb
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
09/01/200943000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the check engine light would intermittently illuminate and the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the pcm module needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 43,000.
01/01/200930000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled numerous times while driving 20 mph and the check engine light illuminated during the failures. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop, who stated that the failure was due to the pcm. an authorized dealer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm)). the contact also stated that water penetrated the front passenger door handle and soaked the floor. the windows would also not roll up or down. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current 70,000.
05/10/200940000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. when idling all of the warning lights on the instrument control panel would illuminate, and then the vehicle would stall. the dealer stated the manifold sensor, and pressure sensor failed. since the vehicle identification number was excluded from recall campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)), she would have to pay over $300.00 for repairs. the vehicle was in the process of being repaired. the failure mileage was 40,000. the current was 43,000.
01/10/200751300
 Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. in cold weather conditions or while in the reverse gear, the vehicle would stall. her vehicle identification number was excluded from recall #08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). a representative from the manufacturer concluded that her vehicle was built 2 weeks outside of the vehicles affected by the recall. the vehicle was taken to the dealer but the failure could not be duplicated. no repairs were made. the current and failure mileages were under 51,300.
01/15/2008300002
 On several occasions while driving my 2006 jeep commander all of a sudden it will lose power and the dash warning lights will start flashing. i try stepping on the accelerator to get it to go, but it does not respond, this will last for about 15 seconds or so then the vehicle will regain power, the dash lights will stop flashing, but, the esp/bas lights stay on for a longer time. and the one with the vehicle and skid marks. on one occasion the vehicle stalled out completely
01/01/19014
 2006 jeep commander with a recall for powertrain control module reprogramming. consumer states that the mechanic replaced the transmission filters. he also states that the reprogramming didn't change anything the vehicle still stalled. *kb
09/20/2007250003011/21/2005
 I have experienced 3 separate accidents on may 31 2006, august 2 2006 and september 20 2007 with the 2006 jeep commander limited. i had just left the stop sign in the first accident and proceeded into the intersection of a 2-way stop. my vehicle stalled and i collided with a grand am. the driver of that vehicle has filed a civil action against me in which metlife auto & casualty has hired an attorney to represent me. i was found to be primarily at fault for this accident. the lawsuit is claiming i was negligent. the second accident occurred when i was turning around to get a better shot into a private driveway. i successfully turned around in a parking area across the street from the driveway and i was in the process of entering the driveway when my vehicle stalled and my driver side front bumper was struck, breaking the tie rod. the police and the other party's insurance found the other driver who was 93 to be at fault for the accident. the third accident occurred on september 20 2007, when i was attempting to turn left on a green light from a turn lane. i was in the process of turning left when another driver who was speeding collided with my vehicle which had stalled during the left hand turn. the passenger front bumper was damaged including a broken tie rod. the other driver's insurance has determined i am primarily at fault for that accident. *tr
09/13/200744500610/30/2005
 I purchased my 2006 jeep commander in oct. 2005 from mccune chrysler jeep in national city, ca. initially, i started noticing my brakes shimmying as i came to a stop. i reported to my dealership a few times but no good came out of it. then, last thursday, sept. 13, i noticed my dashboard lights (electrical system, brakes and transmission lights) flashing on and off as i accelerated from a stop and headed uphill. it felt as though the jeep wanted to stop and go at the same time. i reported it to my dealership and brought in the vehicle the next week. the dealership quoted me $190 to analyze it (since my jeep was about 8,000 miles beyond the warranty period). then, they told me that it would cost me over $400 to repair the vehicle even though they did not know what was wrong with it. i began to research the internet about recalls on this make and model and found that chrysler had issued a recall on friday, sept. 14, 2007. i printed the article and brought it to my service rep at mccune. the rep insisted that it was not my problem and that his dealership had not heard of a recall on my make and model. so, i called chrysler's customer service department in oak ridge, tn. the representatives there insisted that there was no recall. frustrated, i accepted the dealerships offer to repair my vehicle. they quoted me a $100 deductible to place the vehicle under warranty. as i drove off, the same thing happened all over again. i called the service advisor and explained what had happened. he insisted that he test drove the vehicle and the lights never came on. i didn't believe him. i feel that he mislead me and that his dealership never repaired my vehicle. i will bring my vehicle back to mccune monday morning (9/24/07) and i will see what will happen. i paid for a rental vehicle last week (over $100 and the dealership never offered to cover my expenses. i am so frustrated. *tr
02/23/20065
 Many times when making a left turn into traffic or a u-turn the vehicle with shut down and lose all power for 1-2 seconds. you can put your foot to the floor and the jeep moves just enough to get you into and intersection then loses power. instinct is to push the throttle all the way to avoid an accident, but then after a few seconds all the power comes back and the vehicle leaps at full throttle almost sending you into a spin. this as happened numerous times, but the dealer has no fix. *jb
11/18/20065400110/02/2006
 Brought car on 10/02/06. *jb
11/27/20068500701/21/2006
 2006 jeep commander stalls at speeds under 10 mph. typically at stop signs and stop lights, when it is time to go. *nm
07/23/20061000407/02/2006
 1st occurrence of the stalling/dying: 7/23/06. vehicle was moving at a slow speed making a right hand turn. the vehicle lost power (no response when pushing on the gas pedal and the power steering also failed). driver had to put the vehicle into park from drive, turn the key to the off position and then back to the start position. the 2nd occurrence was on 8/9/06 12:30 pm. at a stoplight on a hill waiting to turn left. the light turned, the car in front of her accelerated and when driver took her foot off of the brake to apply the gas and the car began to roll backwards. after this occurrence, driver called the dealership and spoke with a svc advisor. driver described the symptoms and they said they had heard of this happening on some other commanders and that they knew the part that typically fixed it. driver made appt to bring in for service. vehicle dropped off 8/10/06. call from svc dept. 8/11/2006 and stated tech tested found a bad map sensor. they replaced the sensor and said the problem should be resolved. the 3rd occurrence happened on 8/15/06 7:40 am. driver was stopped waiting for traffic to clear to make a right turn onto highway 212 from 222nd drive. at this point, driver called dealership and asked to speak with a service adviser and said she would be bringing the vehicle back in as it wasn't fixed. the 4th occurrence happened 8/15/06 5:50 pm while the vehicle was in motion on highway 217 driving to the northwest jeep dealership. driver was in slow rush hour traffic- 5-10 ph. depressed the gas pedal to accelerate to keep up with traffic and the car just continued to coast with no acceleration. she had to put the vehicle in park, turn the key to the off position, start the car again and then stop on the highway to put car back into drive. *nm
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
07/11/2006673105/06/2006
 While driving on the highway, a plastic bag, (in example, like one from walmart or winn dixie) wrapped around the rear axle and broke the pinion seal and fluid leaked out causing internal damage to the rear differential. this resulted in replacing the rear end. this vehicle had less than one thousand miles at the time of this incident. chrysler/ daimler refused to cover this under warranty and therefore filed the repair cost with my auto insurance. how can a 3 cent plastic bag cause so much damage to a fifty thousand dollar suv? this suv is advertised as trail rated , what about street rated? *jb
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
07/11/2006673105/06/2006
 While driving on the highway, a plastic bag, (in example, like one from walmart or winn dixie) wrapped around the rear axle and broke the pinion seal and fluid leaked out causing internal damage to the rear differential. this resulted in replacing the rear end. this vehicle had less than one thousand miles at the time of this incident. chrysler/ daimler refused to cover this under warranty and therefore filed the repair cost with my auto insurance. how can a 3 cent plastic bag cause so much damage to a fifty thousand dollar suv? this suv is advertised as trail rated , what about street rated? *jb
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
06/01/200851493
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated the vehicle was taken to the dealer on june 6, 2008 to have campaign id number 08v203000 power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm) recall repair performed. the repair did not correct the failure. while driving 45 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact was able to coast off of the road and apply the emergency brake. the failure occurred several times. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer repeatedly for the failure. the dealer reprogrammed the computer, replaced the ignition switch, and the map sensor was replaced twice. the repair did not correct the failure and the vehicle continued to stall without warning. the manufacturers report 20824940 was filed and they stated they would like the opportunity to repair the vehicle, but would not replace the vehicle or give the contact her money back. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 51,493 and the current mileage was 115,000.
06/01/200851493
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated the vehicle was taken to the dealer june six of 2008 to have campaign id number 08v203000 power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm) performed. the repair did not correct the failure. while driving at 45mph the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact was able to coast off the road and placed the emergency brake. the failure has been experienced numerous times. the vehicle was taken back the dealer numerous for the failure. the dealer reprogrammed the computer, replaced the ignition switch, the map sensor was replaced twice. the repair has not corrected the failure the vehicle continues to stall without warning. the manufacturer took a report 20824940, and advised that they would like the opportunity to repair the vehicle, but would not replace the vehicle or give the contact her money back. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was 51,493 and the current mileage was current mileage was 115,000. li
POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
03/20/200730001011/27/2006
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving 30-35 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning. the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. as of november 5, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. the contact stated that the vehicle would not shift correctly and he heard a grinding noise coming from the engine. the dealer stated that the vehicle needed a new transmission. they replaced the transmission. the failure mileage was 3,000 and current mileage was 11,730. the consumer stated a new transmission put in the vehicle and new bearings in the transfer case. the consumer stated a new power steering pump, new brake calipers, and the consumer stated there are still electrical problems with the vehicle. updated 11/20/07 *tr

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