2006 Jeep Commander recalls

There are 5 safety recalls on record for the 2006 Jeep Commander, covering 1,289,767 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Electrical system: ignition: switchReported July 21, 2014 · 649,353 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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 vehicle key. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, to July 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, to July 5, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Risk: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P41.

Recall number 14V438000 · Recall details

Electrical systemReported May 7, 2013 · 295,345 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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 case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
Risk: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 13V175000 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)Reported May 6, 2008 · 24,461 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: This could cause a crash without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the PCM software in all 4.7l engine equipped my 2006 jeep commanders built prior to january 11, 2006. The recall began on may 19, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 08V203000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/moduleReported September 14, 2007 · 296,550 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: This could cause a crash without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. The recall began on october 22, 2007. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 07V434000 · Recall details

Seat belts: rear/otherReported February 9, 2006 · 24,058 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the seat belt may not properly restrain the third row occupant which can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the third row seat belts for damage and replace any damaged belts. In addition, an injected molded cover will be added to the retractor bracket on both third row seating positions to prevent future damage from belt contact with the retractor bracket. The recall began on march 13, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 06V037000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2006 Jeep Commander have?

5, covering electrical system, power train and service brakes, hydraulic.

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