My jeep stalls without warning - loss of power steering and other power. This tends to happen mid-turn and has happened several times since I purchased the vehicle. Although we have complained to technicians/service managers at dealership, no corrective action has been taken as they say the "computers don't indicate a stall." most recent incident date reported below.
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At low speeds my 2006 jeep commander stalls, steering is lost and on inclines even rolls backwards. This began happening in july 2007 with approximately 30,000 miles. It has happened no less than 20 times since. The dealership can not replicate the problem and no codes are present to detect the issue. To rectify the stalling, I must turn off the car and turn it back on. It restarts immediately.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. The contact stated that he heard a loud screaming sound. Upon inspection, he concluded that the timing belts caused that failure. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they rerouted the timing belts and the blower motor. Approximately two days while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle vibrated excessively. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they performed a wheel alignment. One week later he heard the screaming noise again. The dealer repaired the serpentine belt however two weeks later he heard a loud noise coming from the engine. The dealer stated the compressor caused the failure. As of january 7, 2008, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 35,121 and current mileage was 36,120.
Stalling while driving; loss of all lighting systems and power.
Cruising at highway speeds jeep commander shuts off completely. Luckily drivers have been able to steer out of traffic. This has also been observed at lower speeds.
My husband and myself own a 2006 jeep commander. We have been experiancing shifting problems which progressed to electrical problems which have unfortunately progressed to one, complete engine or system failure. I lost all electrical, my engine, everything!!!! It was a complete stall out that took 4 times of trying to start it before it worked again. I have had it into the dealer repeatedly with different parts replaced each time, but it's still a mystery as to what is causing this dangerous problem.
My 2006 jeep commander stalls for no reason. Some times low idle other times and 60 MPH. Three times my wife has run off the road because of the stalling and once it died while crossing traffic. It has stalled over fifty times, dealer cannot reproduce the event and the computer records no coded.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. While driving at any speed, the vehicle stalled sporadically without warning and caused a crash. The contact took her vehicle to the dealer on several occasions, but they could not duplicate the failure. On one occasion, the engine light illuminated, but the dealer could not provide an explanation. When the vehicle stalls, it usually restarts after a brief waiting period; however, it failed to restart after the crash. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. A police report was filed and the contact has a copy. The failure mileage was 700 and current mileage was 30,201.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. The vehicle has stalled while driving 25 or 60 MPH. There were no warning lights before the failure occurred. The contact stated that the failure could not be duplicated when taken to the dealership again on dec 17, 2007. The current mileage was 20,200 and failure mileage was 1. Updated 03-05-08
I own a jeep commander with a 3.7 v6 engine 2006 4x4. I have had issues with stalling and idling. I have taken it to the dealer on a couple of times and they cannot fix the problem. The stalling happened about 1 - 2 time per week in traffic and stop lights. The current mileage is 12,000 and failure mileage was 7,000.this issue was reported to dcx on 10/30/07 (case no. 103007).
2006 jeep commander with brake and engine failure. Consumer states that she has been in 3 accidents due to the engine stalling and the brakes failing. She states she wants a refund or another vehicle. *kb the consumer did not state if the accidents resulted in serious crash that caused any damaged.
November 24 evening leaving fuji (children in car) november 30 morning on way to work ? Hit mailbox (baby in car) december 5 morning on way to work ? Dies turning out of subdivision and stalls in middle of street (baby in car) there was one other instance when I had all kids with me?it was prior to nov 24 but I do not recall the actual date all of the instances the engine stalled, the lights (when on) went out, I lost the ability to steer and brake as well. The MPH ranged from 4 or 5 MPH to 35 MPH. There were times when it was warm and days that it was cold. Nothing seemed to standout as a possible "trigger" I took car to dealer after the november 24th incident. Tony in the service department said there was really nothing that they could do unless it was a problem they could "make happen" when they drove it. A few days later I wrecked into a mailbox when my jeep stalled and I lost steering and braking capability....I am lucky it was not head on with a large truck or a tree.
Incident of engine stall while driving in model year (my) 2006 through 2007 jeep commander vehicles (subject vehicles). Engine stall with a simultaneous loss of some or all lighting systems, including headlamps. The engine stall happened several times.
Vehicle continued stalling while is driven a low RPM. More the 25 times. Vehicle was bought with 15, 200 miles. Vehicle has now 52, 300. Everytime is taken to service the problem was mention to the dealer technician but they can't find the problem. Nov 20, 2007 I scratched the left rear fender of the vehicle with a tree while backing up. The vehicle lost power vehicle rolled back and stopped. Resting on the side of the tree. Pictures were taken of the damages on the vehicle . Dealers technician states no problem with the vehicle. Second problem backup system. Assists the driver to move the vehicle safely, one sensor failed from the bumper mount. Two months dealer has not repair the vehicle yet. Need to replaced the entire bumper to repaired one sensor.
Vehicle stalled without warning. Engine completely shutdown. 2nd occurrence.
2006 4.7l, 4x4 jeep commander stopped running for no apparent reason when driving at slow speed on a secondary road. After pulling over and putting on hazards tried restarting engine successfully.
I own a jeep commander 2006 5.7 liter engine. I have contacted chrysler about a stalling problem and they tell me that it does not register in the computer and they have no idea what is wrong. This truck stalls about 4 times a week in the middle of traffic. Being that I have a toddler and a baby I am not safe in this vehicle and no one seems to care. It will just completely turn off and I lose all steering. Please help!!
2006 jeep commander stalled while driving 75 on the highway.
On at least ten different occasions the 2006 jeep commander has stalled at speeds ranging from 15 to 70 miles per hour. Power is shut off completely leading to the loss of all functionality. If the steering wheel is turned slightly, the wheel locks, leaving the vehicle in a situation where it has to coast to a stop. This is a terrifying experience with small children in the vehicle. Accidents have nearly occurred as a result of this happening. There have been seven occasions when this problem has been reported to the local dealer with nothing accomplished to correct the problem. The dealer blames the operators of the vehicle for hitting the key with their knee. This is not the cause of the problem as it occurs when the driver's knee is nowhere near the key. The service department apparently can not duplicate this problem when they service the vehicle for some reason though it is a very real issue for my family.
I brought my jeep into be looked at because it stalled on me when I was driving and lost power. Luckily I am okay and it restart right away. Dealer ship looked at it and found "nothing" wrong with it. I am scared to drive it especially when I have to drive on the interstate to work. I wish they would do something about this. Its so ridiculous.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. While driving 10 MPH, the engine stalled and all the warning indicators illuminated. The contact restarted the vehicle. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure; however, they replaced a pump. The name of the pump was unknown. The failure mileage was 15,000 and current mileage was 17,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. While driving 15 MPH or greater, the vehicle stalled without warning, which resulted in a total loss of power. The contact stated that the vehicle would restart on its own within a few seconds. The dealer stated that the sensors failed (sensor type unknown). The contact was uncertain if the sensors were replaced. Approximately two weeks later, the failure recurred. The dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. As of november 8, 2007, the dealer had not completed the inspection. There is a defect investigation open (the federal safety agency action number ea07007) for the engine and engine cooling. The failure mileage was 35,000 and current mileage was 38,000.
Soon after I purchase my 2006 jeep commander sport 4x4 (5 speed)... I began to do some research on this vehicle (I should have done this prior to the purchase)... I was going through this complaint database and I was alarmed to read that this vehicle has a history of stalling. Well, it finally happened to me on 11/4/2007 (with 11,600 exact mileage) driving home from shopping with my family. The commander stalled out on during the highway merged. Luckily, I was in the far right lane to jump off the highway immediately. The power loss that I experience was only with ability to move the vehicle. My dashboards lights, headlights, radio; breaks were fully operational (thankfully). No accidents, no injuries except my children are now afraid of being inside of the commander. To be honest, so am I. There have been numerous reports on what is occurring?.. Everything from downloading an upgraded to debris in the hose. Either way, chrysler needs to address this immediately; the potential of death is very realistic.
While driving my jeep commander shuts off without warning. The jeep becomes inoperable, no power steering or brakes. It has happened at least a half dozen times. I initially took it back to the dealer, but they said they could not find the problem. It is very dangerous!
My 2006 jeep commander stalls on me why driving. It has been doing this for 8 months now. Nothing has been done about this problem. The car will shut down on you when driving. Prompting you to have to bring the car to a complete stop to restart. I have been dealing for months on this issue and nothing has been done. I am I n a rental car 90% of the time. Chrysler needs to get off their ass and doing something before someone is seriously hurt. I am intersted and fileing a class action suit against them. If you are intersted and your jeep is stalling too. Please contact me.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. The vehicle stalls unexpectedly while driving 15 MPH and below. The vehicle completely loses power and must be shifted into park and restarted in order for the engine to work properly. The contact has taken the vehicle to the dealer and they conducted several tests, but were unable to duplicate the failure. The failure mileage was 33,500 and current mileage was 33,900. Updated 01-14-08. *kb updated 12/12/07.
2006 jeep commander v6 idles rough when stopped and starts to cut out as if it is going to stall.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. While driving 40 MPH, the engine stalled and the power steering and brakes failed without warning. The failure lasts for only five seconds. The failure also occurred while traveling 20 MPH through a red light. The vehicle would not stop until it turned itself back on. The vehicle was taken to the dealer twice, but they could not determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle is currently at the dealer being serviced. The current and failure mileages were 32,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. The vehicle constantly stalls and all of the instrument panel lights flash. The vehicle shuts off without prior notice. Occasionally, the vehicle shuts off while idling at a stop sign or pulling into a parking space. The dealer kept the vehicle for several days, but was unable to duplicate the failure. The current mileage was 29,000 and failure mileage was 10,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. While driving 14 MPH, the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle remained off for a few seconds and then was able to be restarted. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle is currently still at the dealer. The current mileage was 39,000 and failure mileage was 20,000.
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