2008 Jeep Commander: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Jan 6, 2017 · Airbags, Lights · 128,141 miles · OH

A couple nights ago I started my vehicle and the lights were dim at the dashboard. At the same time the headlights would only turn off when the vehicle was turned off, the turn signals quit working, but the hazards work though, the dome lights didn't work unless lens pushed on but not from turn signal lever and the windshield wipers quit working. This all happened at the same time. I thought maybe a cluster relay was bad. The more I look into it, it may be the tipm is faulty. In the past year I have replaced the battery twice, alternater is good and the vehicle stalled at random times.

Filed Sep 1, 2015 · Electrical · 76,000 miles · PA · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander. While driving at various speeds, the key would suddenly move to the accessory position and the headlights and instrument gauges would stop operating. While the vehicle was in reverse, the ignition key moved to the accessory position and the backup camera shut off causing the driver to back into a tree. The cause of the failures were not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system). The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the same failures listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 76,000.

Filed May 2, 2015 · Electrical · 106,615 miles · WV

On 1 may 2015 I drove my 2008 jeep commander on errands, making several stops. Returning to the vehicle after my last errand, it refused to start when the ignition key was properly inserted and turned. After several attempts and noticing that the dashboard indicator lights, interior lights, headlights and electric windows all functioned properly, I concluded there was a starter or alternator problem. I had the tow truck operator attempt to jump the vehicle just in case it was the battery, which it was not, and was subsequently towed 30 miles home at the cost of $175. The next morning, I wondered if something could be amiss with the electronic key fob. I tried the spare key and the car started immediately. I then tried my original key again and the car also started. We did receive a ignition switch recall notice from chrysler in the fall of 2014 that indicated we would be notified when parts became available, so I called their 1-800 number for an update. Chrysler cannot provide any specific time frame for when the replacement parts will be available. The only thing they will do is add your email to the "special notification list" so that you will receive an email when the parts are available rather than waiting for a physical letter to arrive via usps. I now have to drive this vehicle knowing that it could shut down while I am driving and cause an accident - presumably with disabled air bags due to the ignition being "off" - or strand me by not starting. As a biologist, I do research in some pretty inaccessible places, so this is a huge safety issue for me. Chrysler should be compelled to engineer a fix and make it available now!

Filed Feb 2, 2015 · Engine · NJ

This is a repeat problem problem still not solved I keep bringing into the dealership. It has been towed, driven, etc. Data recorder. New ignition installed, new wires installed, relay switch installed now they want to try to replace the fuel pump. They are just guessing they have no solution to this problem. Time to go drive my death trap....doesn't start sometimes, and they can't figure that out...today, while I was sitting in traffic on 95 my jeep just accelerated out of no where; and I had to slam on the brake and skid off the highway to avoid hitting another vehicle. Now I have no headlights, and no turn signals. No digital speedometer, thankfully, cars still have the traditional speedometer. Lets see what happens this time around. Your right route 1 jeep there is nothing wrong with my vehicle and its safe to drive...maybe chrysler will get there act together and learn from gm! Reading me instructions on how to pull my car off the road in case of engine shut down is unacceptable! How do I handle the sudden acceleration and lack of blinkers and lights? I have had ignition/starting issues for years now; I have them dealt with at the dealership on multiple occasions and have also spent money at a private garage to fix the "problems"

Filed Jan 12, 2015 · Airbags, Electrical · 73,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep commander. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the air bag warning light illuminated and the headlights malfunctioned. Also, the contact mentioned that the ignition switch seized on the accessory position. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to do the repair was 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 failure mileage was 73,000.

Filed Aug 5, 2014 · Electrical · 84,000 miles · TX

My car- I was able start it twice after a few simple test.- I made sure the battery cable/terminals were tight, I turned everything off, and I then cut it off. On the 3rd time it did nothing. No dash light radio, no A/C, windows not working. The headlights and interior lights work so battery is fine. The key will lock or unlock the doors. The starter works.

Filed Aug 1, 2014 · Electrical · GA

My car started twice and then cut off. After the 3rd time it did nothing. No dash light radio or anything will work. The headlights and interior lights work so battery is fine. The key will not lock or unlock the doors.

Filed Jun 14, 2013 · Electrical · 67,561 miles · MA

I was making a left turn on a local road, I was starting to accelerate when the car shut off without warning. I glided safely to the side of the road. Lost power steering, power brakes. The radio and headlights were still on. I was able to turn the key to the off position and restart the engine. Didn't see any warning lights. I was only going at less than 10 MPH and I was pulling from a full-stop. The same thing happened 3 days later.

Filed Mar 5, 2010 · Acceleration, Electrical · 67,777 miles · KY

Chrysler has a recall on electrical systems on the 2008 jeep commander. The recall details loss of headlights, wipers, blinkers, and for the engine to stall. But they are only covering it on certain vins. Our 2008 jeep commander has suddenly experienced all these problems. My husbands head lights went out in the middle of driving in the dark. The wipers quit working, we have no blinkers, and the engine keeps stalling. We called the chrysler corporation and they refuse to take our jeep in on the recall, yet acknowledged it had all the signs of the recall, they said it had too many miles. We have three small children and the recall states that it is a serious problem and could cause a crash. So what are we too do know?