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moderate 19 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850 · see electrical across all vehicles →
Of the 19 electrical complaints filed for the 2009 Jeep Commander, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
Electrical accounts for 33% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 5 categories tracked.
No new NHTSA electrical complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
In the event of a crash, the driver's airbag may not properly inflate and may not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering electrical on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Exterior Mirror The latest version of these exterior mirrors have had their glass removed to be serviced separatly. To install, connect the electrial connector (if equipped) and snap the glass onto the mirror housing.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗FIAT CHRYSLER: TSB HAS AN OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER. SELECT DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON BELOW. WHEN SHIFTING OUT OF CURRENT SELECTED MODE, FINAL DRIVE CONTROL MODULE (FDCM) SOFTWARE CAUSES SERVICE 4WD LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE AND SWITCHING OUT OF 4WD FAILS AND NEEDS REPROGRAMMING. MODEL 2005-2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE, JEEP COMMANDER.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Owners report five distinct electrical failure patterns in 2009 Jeep Commanders:
Ignition switch problems dominate the complaints. Keys get stuck and won't come out, won't turn fully to OFF, or remain in Accessory mode while parked. Several owners had ignition switches replaced at dealership—sometimes twice—without fixing the problem. One owner was quoted $700 for a WJM module replacement not covered under warranty. The vehicle sometimes continues running after the key is removed.
Stalling while driving occurs at various speeds, from low-speed turns to highway speeds. Some owners lose all electrical power—engine, lights, brakes—during the stall. The vehicle usually restarts normally. Dealerships have been unable to diagnose the root cause despite holding vehicles for days.
Starting failures show a pattern: vehicle clicks but won't crank, and jump-starting sometimes works. Dealers replaced starters without fixing the problem. One owner's alternator, battery, and starter all tested good at the shop yet the no-start persists.
Dashboard and infotainment failures include radio cycling on and off, display screens looping through graphics and black screens, clicking sounds from the dash, and loss of heated seats, rear sensors, interior lights, and anti-skid functions.
Airbag warning lights stay on with no accident history, and at least one mechanic stated the airbag won't deploy in a crash. Owners cite a faulty circuit board as the likely cause, and no recall covers their VINs.
Same Jeep Commander electrical reports on nearby years: 2006 · 2007 · 2008 · 2010
Key gets stuck in the ignition, won't turn fully off or into OFF position, remains in Accessory position, or key fob remains stuck. Some owners report the vehicle continues running after the key is removed.
When: 42,500 to 115,000 miles; issues reported at various stages of vehicle operation
Symptoms owners cite: Key stuck in ignition; Key won't turn to OFF position fully; Key fob won't come out of ignition; Vehicle continues running with key removed; Vehicle won't turn off while parked
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers diagnosed WJM module replacement or ignition switch replacement needed; one owner quoted $700 for repair not covered under warranty; another had ignition switch replaced twice at dealership without resolving issue
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 14V567000 (Electrical System) exists but vehicle VINs were not included; some owners mentioned unknown related recalls but their VINs excluded; manufacturer stated no recalls available
Vehicle stalls without warning while driving at various speeds—from low-speed turns to highway speeds—sometimes accompanied by loss of all electrical power including lights, engine, and brakes. Vehicle typically restarts normally.
When: 25,000 to 106,000 miles; occurs intermittently during driving
Symptoms owners cite: Stalling without warning while driving; Loss of all electrical power during stall; Lights flicker before or after stalls; Traction control light comes on; Vehicle restarts normally after stalling; Oil pressure light warning before stalling
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership unable to diagnose root cause; one owner had vehicle held for 4+ days without resolution; owner mentioned electrical issues 2 years prior
Vehicle fails to start or starts intermittently. Clicking sound on attempted start but engine does not crank. Jump-starting sometimes works; issue often resolves after waiting or leaving overnight.
When: 100,784 miles and lower; occurs periodically and randomly
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle fails to start; Clicking sound on start attempt; Intermittent starting; Vehicle stranded without power; All electrical systems (lights, horn, radio, windows) work, but engine won't turn over
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer tested alternator, battery, and starter—all found working properly; starter was replaced without resolving issue; no intermittent stalling at shop; mechanics unable to identify root cause
Radio turns on and off repeatedly; dashboard display cycles through Jeep logo, time display, and black screen with clicking sounds. Multiple dashboard and interior electrical functions fail including autostart, heated seats, rear sensors, anti-skid, and dash lights.
When: Remote-start activation; random intervals; 60,000 miles or less
Symptoms owners cite: Radio cycles on and off repeatedly; Dashboard display cycles: black screen, Jeep logo, time bars, real time; Clicking sounds from display; Interior lights failure; Autostart malfunction; Heated seats not working; Rear sensors not working; Anti-skid system failure; Dashboard lights not working; Buttons on dash don't respond
Repairs/costs cited: One owner reports changing fan to cabin mode sometimes resolves clicking issue temporarily; mechanic diagnosed faulty board in another case
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Owner noted electrical system recall (KBB listed VIN as part of Powertrain Transfer Case recall) but NHTSA showed no unrepaired recalls on their vehicle
Airbag warning light illuminates and remains on. Mechanic diagnosed airbag will not deploy in event of accident despite no prior accident or deployment event.
When: 9 years old, under 60,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light on; Airbag will not deploy
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No recall found; owner alleges faulty board manufacturing defect
Synthesized from 19 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
My Jeep has periodic starting issues. All the lights work on the dash it just clicks. This is very random. If you jump it the vehicle will start. Sometimes if you wait a period of time it will start. Took it to the dealer they replaced starter but issue stills persist. It is very difficult to recreate. Dealers have no clue what is causing the issue.
Car has had starting problems left us stranded. If you let it set over night usually starts have taken too dealer 3 times they haven't found problem. Replaced starter and wire with new end with no luck. Like car tiered of getting stranded. If you read forums there are a lot of these problems. *tr
The remote car starter starts my vehicle? But 5-10 seconds later it shuts back off and my radio turns itself on and off even while its not on. The display goes black, makes a click, shows the Jeep logo, bars where the time should be, 12:00, then the real time, then does it all over again the entire time the vehicle is running. There is also a clicking noise sometimes when I unlock the doors even…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Jeep commander 4x4. While driving approximately 25 MPH merging into traffic, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the shoulder, shifted into park, and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle operated normally. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure continued to occur intermittently. The manufacturer was notified. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Jeep commander. While parked, the vehicle failed to turn off as the key remained in the accessory position. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,000. Updated 11/09/15*lj the consumer stated the air bag light was illuminated. Updated…
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 19 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Across the 17 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most electrical failures cluster between 60,000 and 131,000 miles, with the median around 98,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 60,000; a quarter make it past 131,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical 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.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover electrical issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.