2008 Jeep Commander: check engine light

Filed Feb 28, 2024 · Acceleration, Engine · MD

2008 Jeep Commander, 4.7L, QDII system. Vehicle experiences a sudden an unexpected loss of power and braking action while driving at speed. After loss of power, ABS, Stability Control, Brake, Check engine light, dash board warning lights illuminate and flash. Park assist and service 4wd error messages flash intermittently. Vehicle begins to buck and surge, accelerator becomes unresponsive. Has occurred at highway speed of 70mph, 50mph, 35mph. Loss of control of vehicle is sudden an unexpected with no advance warning. Vehicle has been to my local jeep dealer 4 times for repair (in under 1000 miles) multiple components replaced with no correction to issue.

Filed Apr 25, 2023 · Brakes, Engine · 160,948 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Commander. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle the ABS, Traction Control, Check Engine, and ESP BAS warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, on some occasions while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the driver's seat, causing the seat to vibrate. The contact stated that she also observed oil under the oil filter when she inspected the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted but the warning lights remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,948.

Filed Jun 23, 2022 · Engine · NY

Engine stalling with absolutely no warning/check engine lights at highway speeds between 55mph to 65mph

Filed Aug 11, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · OH

The Vehicle will completely shut down (stall) randomly while driving in motion. This happens randomly but consistently. This has happened while driving on highways in speeds of excess of 55mph and on other roads going as slow as 10mph or while in reverse. When this happens, the oil light and Check engine light come on and the vehicle locks up with no power steering. The vehicle will start back up again after a few seconds when you turning the key.

Filed Aug 19, 2020 · Engine, Transmission · 95,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the engine started revving and the temperature gauge began to rise. The contact stated the air bags, traction and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated she continued to drive the vehicle but experienced the failure and shifted to 4th gear. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but continued to experience the failure. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic and who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. The manufacturer had been informed of failure and associated the failure with manufacturer communication number: p57. The vehicle was taken to local dealer voyles chrysler dodge jeep ram of birmingham located at 1313 grants mill way, birmingham, al 35210, (205) 403-5430, and had the recall repair completed. The dealer stated after the repair was completed that they continued to experience the failure. The dealer stated the transmission solenoid pack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired as of yet. The failure mileage was 95,000.

Filed Oct 1, 2018 · Acceleration, Seat belts · NC

I called last 8/9/18 to brought the attention on what's going on with my vehicle. I received a respond from the federal safety agency dated 8/28/18. Please review your computer system from my report. There is additional problem that I just experienced recently when we have a severe storm happened last 8/10/18 the sun roof was leaking and it flooded the driver side floor. I have to clear the water and open all the doors to let it dry and applied anti mold disenfectant to protect our health. Also the computer system discontinued working. The system monitor failed. Dealer was asking $ 800.00 to fix monitor system. Some of the issues in this vehicle was not brought to the dealer due to I have no funds to pay for the service. Not all people have a substantiate funds especially I'm out of job. I was not sure if I am the second owner of this vehicle because we bought it use. When we bought it the mileage was 125000 miles. I'm not sure the history of this vehicle. I suggest that you might find that information through the dealer. As I recollect my past complaints was, while driving 40 miles (MPH) the speed suddenly reduced and the check engine light warning sensor remained illuminated. In addition, the front driver seat would erroneously change positioned whole operating the vehicle. In addition to this both seat belt at the back passenger side was not working so passenger cannot access it while traveling. When I turned on the heater nor air-condition there was a roaring sound coming from the air-condition vent especially when it was turned on high. So over all this is my respond from the letter that you have send date 8/28/18. If you have any more question in regards to my respond from your letter please feel free to write at [xxx] or my contact number [xxx]. My email: [xxx] [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 5, 2018 · Engine, Transmission · 120,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to alberic coln chrysler (551 marginal jf kennedy, san juan, 00920, puerto rico, +1 787‑793‑2223) where it was diagnosed that the vehicle needed new spark plugs. The contact mentioned that new spark plugs were installed a month ago. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Aug 9, 2018 · Engine, Seats · 150,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander. While driving above 40 MPH, the speed suddenly reduced and the check engine warning sensor remained illuminated. In addition, the front driver's seat would erroneously change positions while operating the vehicle. The failures were not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Dec 21, 2016 · Engine · 150,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander. While attempting to start the vehicle, it would start and then shut off without warning. The check engine and oil warning indicators illuminated and the steering wheel locked. The failure also occurred whenever the vehicle was driven at various speeds. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic and a dealer, but the failure could not be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Sep 30, 2015 · Acceleration, Electrical · 54,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander. While driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle failed to start. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact also stated that the engine warning light had previously illuminated and the cruise control was activated but independently deactivated and over time failed to function. The vehicle had been taken to a dealer but the contact was unsure about what needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000.

Filed Jun 2, 2015 · Electrical, Transmission · 119,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power. In addition, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to accelerate and the engine warning light illuminated. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 119,000.

Filed May 6, 2013 · Body, Electrical · 80,000 miles · NC

I've been having issues with my '08 commander for several months now. The sunroof leaked and water got into the dashboard, shorting the radio out. Dealer fixed sunroof seal and radio. On the drive home from the dealer, dashboard lights started flashing. Returned to dealer the next day, but they could not locate a problem. Three days later, car would shut off while driving and all dashboard lights would flash. Returned to dealer, they were unable to "duplicate" issue. Tech from dealer drove car for 1 day and he could not find an issue. One week later, car smelled horrible of fuel and car would shut off while driving. Returned to dealer and dealer replaced o2 sensor. Picked up car and on my way home, lights flashed, car stalled and smelled worse of fuel. Immediately returned to dealer, dealer replaced a second o2 sensor. Picked up car, 5 miles from dealer, check engine light came on. Called dealer and he said to drive car until the engine "reset"(about 10 miles) or until light began flashing, then bring it in since they can not find a real problem. Issue seemed to resolve for a couple weeks of not driving car much, but then the dashboard lights began flashing again, car smelled of fuel and car seemed bogged down. Today, car barely started and was very bogged down. Attempted to drive, but check engine light came on and flashed repeatedly. Car would not go over 40mph, shook horribly and finally shut off. I am afraid to drive this car with my child inside. I am a disabled single mother and I need a dependable car and definitely not one thats going to keep costing me money. I have a warranty that I purchased with the car, but it seems to still cost an arm and a leg to get this car running for a few days before it chokes up again. This car has sucked up all my savings and still no resolution to the problem.