BUMPED THE KEY AND ENGINE SHUT OFF...CALLED THE SERVICE DEPT AND FOUND OUT THERE WAS RECALL ON MY TRUCK PRIOR TO ME BUYING IT BUT WAS NOT DISCLOSED. *TR
2009 Jeep Commander engine problems
moderate 7 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
7
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMMANDER 4X4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED THEN A FEW SECONDS LATER THE OIL AND ENGINE WARNING INDICATORS BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. UPON RESTARTING THE VEHICLE, IT RESUMED AS NORMAL. THE MALFUNCTION OCCURRED FOUR TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER TWO TIMES FOR A DIAGNOSIS. THE …
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP COMMANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH THE DASHBOARD LIT UP AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN. THE FIRST TIME THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE KEY. THE SECOND TIME THE DEALER RE-PROGRAMMED THE COMPUTER. NEITHER REPAIRED THE FAILURE. WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE …
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2009 Jeep Commander?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 7 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine 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 $3,100 for engine 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 engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine 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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