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ProblemsByVin File / 2010-JEEP-COMMANDER
2010 · jeep

jeep Commander problems

3 safety recalls. 45 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

engine
15 reports · avg $3,100
severe
electrical
14 reports · avg $850
severe
powertrain
4 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
steering
4 reports · avg $700
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2010 Commander · electrical
My jeep will not crank sometimes...the key will not turn. The ignition control module seems to be a problem.
12/18/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11560587.0
2010 Commander · electrical
VEHICLE IDLES POORLY AND 4 WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE MOTOR DOES NOT WORK AFTER DEALERSHIP PERFORMED N23 RECALL WORK. THIS IS A VEHICLE WITH LESS THAN 40,000 MILES ON IT. *TR
11/25/2013 · NHTSA ODI #10553753.0
2010 Commander · steering
WHILE DRIVING OUT TO MY PARENT'S WITH MY DAUGHTERS MY JEEP JUST SHUT DOWN,{STALLED} WHILE GOING 50-55 MPH. LOST POWER STEERING AND BRAKES, HAD TO SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL AND RE START. THIS HAPPENED FOUR MORE TIMES IN THE NEXT 8.4 MILES. AFTER DROPPING OF MY KIDS MY HUSBAND FOLLOWED…
11/23/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10660344.0
2010 Commander · electrical
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP COMMANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER PARKING AND TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE WIRELESS IGNITION MODULE…
11/10/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10653855.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 10V200000 11/05/2010

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER 300, DODGE CHALLENGER, CHARGER, JEEP COMMANDER, GRAND CHEROKEE AND DODGE RAM VEHICLES

THE RESULT OF THE DEFECT COULD LEAD TO A CONDITION WHERE THE KEY MAY BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH (WIN MODULE) PRIOR TO PLACING THE SHIFTER IN PARK. THIS COULD RESULT IN THE POTENTIAL FOR UNINTENDED VEHICLE MOVEMENT AND COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WIN MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 23, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
severe NHTSA 13V175000 07/05/2013

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010

If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
severe NHTSA 10V085000 05/03/2010

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2010 JEEP COMMANDER AND GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES

REDUCED VEHICLE STABILITY COULD OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR TRACK BAR BUSHING RETAINING HOOP AND REPLACE THE REAR TRACK BAR IF ANY ARE FOUND TO BE MIS-POSITIONED. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Common questions

Is the 2010 Jeep Commander reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Jeep Commander is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2010 Jeep Commander?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 15 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Jeep Commander has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2010 Jeep Commander?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 45 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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