THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE DOOR HANDLES HAVE GRADUALLY CRACKED AND FALLEN APART SO THAT IT IS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN THE DOOR FROM THE INSIDE OF THE CAR. THIS PROBLEM HAS ONLY OCCURRED ON THE FRONT DOORS, NOT THE BACK-SEAT DOORS AND BEGAN GRADUALLY BACK IN 2009 - 2010. IT HAS GOTTEN TO THE POINT WHERE BOTH HANDLES ARE FALLING BEHIND THE PANEL AND WE ARE VERY CAREFUL WHEN OPENING THE DOOR N…
2006 Jeep Commander body problems
severe 172 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500
Complaints
172
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 JEEP COMMANDER. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND SHUT OFF WHEN THE CONTACT OPENED THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR FROM THE INSIDE; THE PLASTIC MATERIAL BEHIND THE DOOR HANDLE SUDDENLY FRACTURED. THE SAME FAILURE OCCURRED ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE DOOR. THE DOOR COULD NO LONGER BE OPENED FROM THE INTERIOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPE…
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2006 Jeep Commander?
It's a meaningful issue. 172 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,500.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,500 for body repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to body?
No active recalls currently cover body issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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