2006 Jeep Commander Reliability
The 2006 Jeep Commander has 1,782 owner complaints and 6 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and powertrain / transmission. Compared with nearby Commander model years (2005–2008), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Commander's typical year, while the 2008 has a cleaner record.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
1,782
NHTSA owner complaints
6
Recall campaigns
74
Complaints citing a crash
12
Complaints citing a fire
2006 Jeep Commander complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 model year, filed between 2005 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 753 | 42% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 315 | 18% |
| Engine & cooling | 283 | 16% |
| Engine | 214 | 12% |
| Body structure | 205 | 12% |
| Unknown or other | 91 | 5% |
| Speed control / throttle | 82 | 5% |
| Service brakes | 78 | 4% |
2006 Jeep Commander recalls
6 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2006 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06V037000 | Feb 9, 2006 | Seat belts — rear/other | On certain sport utility vehicles, the integrated retractor bracket edge on the third row seat may contact the seat belt during certain operating conditions causing damage to the belt webbing. |
| 07V434000 | Sep 14, 2007 | Service brakes — antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip / control unit/module | On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the abs electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions. |
| 08V203000 | May 6, 2008 | Powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission / control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) | Chrysler 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. |
| 09E039000 | Jun 19, 2009 | Suspension | Rock krawler is recalling 44 performance suspension systems sold as aftermarket equipment for use on the vehicle listed above. These suspension systems were produced with grade 2 carriage bolts instead of the proper grade 5 carriage bolts. The improper grade… |
| 13V175000 | May 7, 2013 | Powertrain / transmission — transfer case (4-wheel drive) | 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. A transfer… |
| 14V438000 | Jul 21, 2014 | Electrical system — ignition / switch | This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items from their key ring, leaving only the… |
How the 2006 compares with nearby Commander years
Verdicts compare these Commander model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 4 | 0 | Electrical system | Too few reports |
| 2006 (this page) | 1,782 | 6 | Electrical system | Avoid |
| 2007 | 1,035 | 6 | Electrical system | Avoid |
| 2008 | 437 | 5 | Electrical system | Solid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2006 Jeep Commander
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Engine & cooling: look for coolant leaks or low coolant, watch the temperature gauge on a long test drive, and check for overheating history.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 6 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2006 Jeep Commander reliability FAQ
Is the 2006 Jeep Commander reliable?
The 2006 Jeep Commander has 1,782 owner complaints and 6 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and powertrain / transmission. Compared with nearby Commander model years (2005–2008), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Commander's typical year, while the 2008 has a cleaner record.
What are the most common 2006 Jeep Commander problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2006 Jeep Commander are electrical system (753), powertrain / transmission (315), engine & cooling (283), engine (214). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2006 Jeep Commander have recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2006 Jeep Commander, including 06V037000 (seat belts — rear/other) and 07V434000 (service brakes — antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip / control unit/module). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2006 Jeep Commander compare with the 2005 and 2007 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2005 has 4 complaints and 0 recalls (too few reports); the 2007 has 1,035 complaints and 6 recalls (avoid). The 2006 has 1,782 complaints and 6 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2006 Jeep Commander?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2006 Commander, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.