2006 Jeep Commander: complete transmission failure

Filed Aug 11, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 103,000 miles · PA

Worst vehicle ever! We got it with around 98k miles on it, and it now only has 103k miles on it and in the last 4k we've put over $5k into it trying to get it to run. We had to put a new transmission in ($2k) and have the lifters in the engine replaced ($2,600). Currently it's been shutting off on its own a few seconds after I start it and giving random "transmission over temp" and "service 4x4 system" messages even though there's not a problem with those systems. I turn the key, it runs for 3 seconds, then shuts off. Sometimes it does this several times in a row and then won't start at all. Other times it starts fine so it's ridiculously hard to diagnose. Sometimes when it's doing it's shut down bit, you can get it to stay on a little longer by revving the engine, and it will let you pull out of the driveway, but then shuts off in the middle of the street. The sun roof leaks horrifically, even after I've tried the "clip the nipples off the bottom of the hoses" trick.

Filed Nov 20, 2018 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 97,839 miles · GA

Transmission stop shifting properly and shuttering in motion..took it to transmission shop, they said transmission needed replaced. Got new transmission, still had same problem. Took it back to shop, they did a second repair and charged me $2959.50. They didnt described what they did the second time. I had no problems since..so far.

Filed Sep 26, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 100,000 miles · GA

At 100k with no warning, engine runs hot, I wait for 30 min to cool down.. Drive again and it runs hot.. Mechanic says head gasket blown..smdh.. Along with that it was raining and the sunroof starts leaking. 8 months prior I had to replace the transmission. What a jeep and I am still paying on it.!! The jeep people needs to recall these and at least reimburse people, now im stuck with buying a 5000 engine on a set income...basically couldve bought a brand new car with the funds I put out so far..

Filed Nov 17, 2015 · Electrical, Transmission · 20,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the vehicle independently shifted into neutral without warning. The contact powered the vehicle off and back on; however, the failure persisted. The failure recurred on several occasions when the vehicle was started as well as while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v438000 (electrical system) and 13v175000 (electrical system, power train), however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Updated 1/15/16*cn several transmission components were replaced. Finally, after many transmission failures, the entire transmission was replaced. However, the consumer continued to experience problems. Updated 01/25/16.

Filed Oct 15, 2015 · Steering · 145,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH, the gear shift failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician was unable to determine the failure. However the failure recurred. The contact also stated that the vehicle transmission failed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000. Update 01/15/16 ma update 04/19/18*jb

Filed Oct 14, 2015 · Airbags, Transmission · 90,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. While operating the vehicle, the air bag light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the failure was repaired. Two years later, the failure recurred. No further information was available. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate. The dealer diagnosed that the transmission was faulty. The transmission was replaced and the failure was remedied. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 90,000. Updated 1/15/16

Filed Mar 11, 2015 · Electrical, Transmission · 54,000 miles · FL

My jeep commander started having trouble skipping. There was a recall on the control module and the fix determined by chrysler was to re-program it. I took it in to have the recall performed and the transmission check afterwards. When I arrived to pick it up, the dealership said the technician was out sick so all they could do was the recall. The car drove worse after I started home and failed to get transition between gears. I was forced to stop at the closest transmission shop. Their certified technician diagnosed that the transmission was bad. So, I had them they replaced it. When they went to test drive it, apparently the new transmission also failed due to the control module. They took it to the dealership and had a new control module installed. After repairing the new transmission, I was charged $4000. Whatever the recall "fix" for the control module was, it clearly was the cause for the transmission's destruction. The other recall for the ignition could not be done because chrysler has no manufactured part to fix it. I sold the commander the next day. I needed reliable transportation. The consumer stated she started having problems with the starter. Updated 04/06/15

Filed Sep 23, 2013 · Electrical, Transmission · OH

2006 jeep commander. Consumer writes in regards to transfer case actuator recall notice. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle slipped into neutral, leaving her stranded on the highway. She was unable to drive the vehicle, so it had to be towed to the dealer. A week prior, the dealer inspected the vehicle and informed the consumers husband a new transmission was needed and the cost would be between 5,000 and 6,000 dollars. The consumer went to an independent repair shop, where the transmission was replaced.

Filed Sep 11, 2011 · Electrical, Lights · 62,000 miles · IN

While driving the dash lights went out and headlights started flashing on and off. Took it to dealer and they found no trouble. The vehicle keeps blowing rear tail light bulbs, and blower motor at times does not work on certain speeds. Cigarette lighter/power outlets stopped working even though fuse is good. Power windows intermittently stop working. The transmission went out around 62,000 miles. Had dealer replace transmission and now at 102,000 miles the transmission will loose drive when shifting into 3rd under moderate acceleration. You then have to pull off the road and put the car in park, then back in drive to regain drive. Transmission also "surges" under light throttle conditions at low speeds(10-20mph). I have contacted jeep and their response was that because of the mileage on the vehicle they could do nothing. I feel that the flashing lights and the loss of drive while in traffic are major safety issues. I have been researching this vehicle and found may other owners with the exact same problems.

Filed Jan 7, 2011 · Driver assistance, Transmission · 60,000 miles · OH

2006 jeep commander stalled while on the highway and would not move. The vehicle towed to a service facility. The torque converter in the transmission came apart. The vehicle had 60,000 miles on it. Chrysler was no help at all. Transmission was replaced at a cost of $3200.

Filed Dec 23, 2010 · Transmission · 87,000 miles · PA

2006 jeep commander limited. Transmission failed at 87,000 miles. Without warning, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle downshifted to first gear at 60 MPH (remember, this is an automatic) no acceleration control caused a slow down in an area where there are no shoulders to pull off on and nearly caused an accident. Could not get vehicle to move. Left family stranded in unfamiliar area. Two independent shops say it will take a transmission to remedy the problem. $3,500 dollars.

Filed Sep 11, 2009 · Transmission · 45,317 miles · CA

Torque converter broke apart causing transmission failure at 45,300 miles.