Problems with 2006 Jeep Commander POWER TRAIN

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle would stall intermittently and without warning. the contact smelled a burning odor and noticed smoke coming from the gear shifter. the warning lights then illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle was towed to the dealer, but a diagnosis of the failure was not determined. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure and the current mileage was 100,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission would shift to third gear independently. the contact was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 71,000 and the current mileage was 91,000. *tr

While driving, jeep commander will randomly jump to neutral and when press gas will rev up only. have to either manually shift the gear to neutral then back to drive or pullover turn off jeep and star back up. the physical shifter does not move to neutral position just the actual gear. does at random times and speeds and when it does the jeep will not accelerate which can cause accidents especially on highways. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving at very low speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer where the dealer advised that the electronic shift module needed to be updated. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign i.d. number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 52,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving 70 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact stated that after coasting to a stop, the vehicle restarted without any problems but the check engine warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was told that the power train control module needed to be replaced. the dealer stated there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train automatic transmission: control module), but that the vehicle was not included. the vin was not available. the current mileage was 98,500.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated the vehicle would stall when braking to a complete stop. the contact also stated that the vehicle would attempt to stall when accelerating. the contact referenced nhtsa recall campaign id number: 08v203888 (powertrain: automatic transmission control module), but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall campaign. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer. the failure mileage was 115,000 and the current mileage was 126,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while approaching a stop sign at approximately 20 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) that may be related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 56,000.

Can't believe it! i was almost killed! have had the car a few months. only 40,000 miles on the car. i was driving on thruway in buffalo, ny and engine quit. lost steering and brakes. almost lost it as i went off the road. just read tsb on this car, only to find out this has been a problem for years. i'm fuming. why have you not made jeep recalled these cars? please don't wait for a death! i'm still shaking. it could have been me tonight. they've known there is a problem and they haven't done anything about it. *tt

While driving, all gear indicators prnd light simultaneously, "service park assist system" message appears, "check engine" light illuminates, some hard shifts from 2 to 1, 2 to 3 and 3 to 4. vehicle loses power but does not stall. engine revs but does not transfer power to wheels. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 30 mph. the vehicle operated as normal upon restart. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the transmission control module and power train control module failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the failure and current mileages were 50,000. updated 11/10/11 *bf

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander 4x4. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the speed reduced to 20 mph while the accelerator pedal was engaged and the transmission warning indicator began to illuminate. the contact maneuvered to the side of the road. the engine was turned off and upon restarting the malfunction continued to occur. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that the pcm would need to be reprogrammed. there was a recall related to the failure under nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 82,000.

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 *cn

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact was driving 55 mph when the air bag and engine failure lights illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who confirmed a fault in the trans axle fault software. the manufacturer confirmed that the vin did not apply to the recall under nhtsa campaign id number:08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 74,000 and the current mileage was 74,821.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle would stall sporadically while shifting gears or when in motion. the contact resolved the failure temporarily by turning the vehicle off, removing the key, and restarting the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to dealer and an inspection was performed but no failures was found. the failure recurred several times. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module-tcm, pcm) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vin was not included in the recall. the current mileage was 104,000 and the failure mileage was 94,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. the vehicle operated as normal upon restart. the contact also stated that the vehicle would intermittently experience difficulty starting and required a jump start. in addition, the windows would involuntarily begin opening when he intended to close them. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the failure could possibly have been due to the electrical system. the battery was replaced but the failures continued. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, ppm)). no additional repairs were performed. the failure mileage was 60,000.

2006 jeep commander. consumer writes in regards to transmission issues *tgw the consumer stated while driving 55 mph, the vehicle went from drive to 3rd gear and the check engine light illuminated. the consumer stated he had to turn the vehicle off, in order to get it out of 3rd gear. the consumer stated the transmission made a loud bang noise and then the engine revved up to 4000 rpm's. *jb

Vehicle driving anywhere from 35 to 70 mph suddenly without warning goes into third gear! causing instand slow down and vehicle shut down. *tr

After having problems with dashboard lights going all on and off while driving two years ago, now my transmission has failed and the computer has gone out of the car. i have had ongoing issues with the air conditioning, and have replaced the module in the air conditioning to just have the issue re-appear a year later. the cruise control has gone out. and with heavy rains, i have leaking with my sunroof. *kb

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle began to decelerate independently and several warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. the mechanic stated that the transmission control module would have to be replaced. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) that could have been related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 69,000.

This problem happens year round. once you put the vehicle into drive, all of the shift lights "prnd" light up and the vehicle won't accelerate. if you are already driving down the road/ freeway, it will randomly light up and stop accelerating. when it randomly occurs, it happens with no warning, and you have to attempt to pull the vehicle over to the side of road, put it into neutral or park or restart the vehicle, and attempt it again. the check engine light will come on and the problem will happen repeatedly over a week period, then the problem will stop for a week or two and then resurface at the worst time- for example an intersection, an on-ramp, a busy street, and it has presented huge safety issues for me and my family. does it take someone dying for this to get recalled? i have read forum after forum of the same issue amongst consumers with my exact make, model, and year (and earlier models) and yet, when i called jeep, they say they have never heard of it, there is no recall, and i've been turned away. *kb

Stalling when in park, stalling on the freeway at high speeds, very low idle when parked or at a red light p. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle would stall at any time without warning. a local mechanic diagnosed that the transmission control module would need to be replaced. the dealer and manufacturer advised the contact of the nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) but advised that the vin was not associated with the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 84,500.

While driving down the highway the car shut off while going 60 miles per hour. i coasted over to the side of the road. the engine was able to restart. it was very dangerous though having the car shut off while driving 60 miles per hour on a busy road and trying to pull off the road safely. the engine lights stayed on after the car was restarted. i had the car towed to the service center for repair. they re-flashed to correct the codes. *tt

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. the interior lighting and the instrument panel lighting began to flicker erratically, and a warning light on the instrument panel displayed a message indicating that the transmission overheated. the contact also stated that she previously experienced intermittent deceleration as well as flickering of the interior lighting. the vehicle was towed home. the dealer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to bring the battery in for inspection. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 94,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while stopped, she attempted a right turn but the vehicle would not accelerate. additionally, the instrument panel warning lights illuminated intermittently while the contact was driving at different speeds. the vehicle would also not shift out of neutral. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where the technician stated that the ecm would have to be replaced. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 13v175000 (electrical system , power train) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 50,000. *tr

I was driving along the highway, when the vehicle stalled and all of the lights came on. i pulled to the side of the road and restarted it and drove away. after taking it in i was told it was a problem with crankshaft position sensor and that it needed to be replaced. after replacing the crankshaft position sensor and driving it back up to the mountains, it happened again. same problem. i replaced the crankshaft position sensor for a second time. 6 months later a similar problem happened but instead of shutting down the car just sputtered and the engine light came on and started blinking. after taking it in the shop said that the 02 sensor needed replacing. i had passenger front o2 sensor replaced last month, and now it is happening again. the shop is now saying that the pcm is bad and that needs to be replaced. when will this end? *tr

Suddenly out of nowhere my 2006 jeep commander v6 just start jerking and driving very poorly. it only stays in third gear and the mil light indicator is on. it also jerks and seems like there's issues with the transmission. i've read online hundreds of users posting the same issue but there is no recall on the vehicle yet. this is very irritating and this could've easily caused an accident. i do not ever plan on purchasing an american made vehicle ever again. the jeep dealer will not address this issue. this is unacceptable. i still have the issue. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander limited . the contact was driving 65 mph when the engine stalled. the vehicle also failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was contacted where they confirmed that the vin did not qualify for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number:08v203000(power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 72,000 and the current mileage was 74,000.

2006 jeep commander does not start. we have to try about 30 times sometimes to get it to start. it just makes a clicking noise. also the jeep commander will stall while driving. (very dangerous) especially with two kids. another problem is it gets stuck in low gear or 4x4 (not sure which). i have read complaint after complaint on the internet about these same problems with many many 2006 commanders. i am very displeased with how jeep has swept these problems under the carpet. yes, they have had a few recalls, but nothing to fix these very serious and very dangerous defects. please help, as we spent a good amount of money on what we thought and needed to be a reliable vehicle. it is not reliable at all. *tr

1st problem was my interior lights flashing on and off. i could not get it to do it while at the dealers. 2008 i thought my transmission was going bad. the dealer said that my transmission had a leak and charged me to replace some part. then it happened again. then they said i needed to service the transmission. i am surprised that dealer never mention any problems with the jeep commander ( i thought it was just my car) as i have called several times about the car shifting into neutral, and wondering if it was a transmission problem. the problem comes and goes. i just paid my car off, and now when i ride on the express way and go past 60 the enitre car shakes bad. if i hit a bump i can hear something like a crack noise. sometimes when i make a sharp turn i hear a click click noise. at this i didn't trust the dealer and was thinking that maybe it was my axil. took it to pet boys and they could find anything wrong with it. they said i needed new tires, so i bought 4. the problem still continued. i am so upset as i am a single mom and just finished paying my car off. i also have had to replace the alternator, radiator, water pump, thermometer, which i though was normal as the car is 2006. now past 2 days i can smell a funny smelly, white fog comes out of my vents, and the passenger side floor is wet. i googled the problem and it says that it is the "heater core". the tire light is alway on with no flat. the engine light comes on frequently and says check gas cap. so far i have bought 3 gas caps. i can't believe that i struggled to pay this car off and now having all of these problems. i am not sure which problems are normal wear and tear and which ones are a manufacturer problems, but this is a night mare. i am so mad that i ever bought my jeep commander. jeep should be ashamed of themselves. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. the contact stated the failure recurred intermittently four times. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) which may have been related to the failure but advised that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 98,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled when the driver was traveling approximately 70 mph. upon restarting the vehicle, it operated normally. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified and advised the contact the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)). the failure had since recurred. the failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 74,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact was driving approximately 65 mph when the vehicle stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle but the vehicle continued to stall intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics where the battery was replaced but the failure persisted. the vehicle was not further repaired. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)) but the manufacturer advised that the vin was not included in the recall. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled in the fast lane of a major highway. she shifted the vehicle into neutral and attempted to restart the vehicle and nothing happened. after she waited fifteen seconds, the vehicle started normally. the contact stated that the failure occurred three to four times. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failure. she was advised by the dealer that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 75,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the vehicle rolled away while parked. in addition, the vehicle failed to start on multiple occasions. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 13v175000 (electrical system, power train). the approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact was driving 60 mph when the vehicle stalled with the illumination of the check engine and traction control lights. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. the manufacturer was contacted but would not assist with the repair because the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module -tcm, pcm). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 94,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the instrument panel lights all illuminated, the vehicle hesitated and then stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle yet the failure recurred several times. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the contact was advised that the vehicle software would need to be reprogrammed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where repairs were made under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module -tcm, pcm) yet the failure was not repaired. the dealer advised that the vehicle would need to be diagnosed to determine the exact cause of the failure. the vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. the failure and current mileage was 100,000. updated 03/29/11 *bf updated 05/09/11

Jeep commander gets hard jolt, as if being hit from behind, and engine "dies". no lights on dash, just won't go. engine doesn't rev. tach at 0 regardless of amount of accelerator. you can put it in park and it will start again. this has happened on several occasions, i have had it in the shop on numerous occasions, always with the report of nothing is showing on the computer report. i have spent over $1000 on various fuel systems services, tune ups, etc which they say may be the problem, but it is still stalling. dealer says that the problem can't be replicated. with all these reports, and the obvious danger of an unexpected stall this is life threatening and needs to be recalled. *tr

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. *tr

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.*ln

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving 35 mph the vehicle sputtered, the wheels locked, the power steering failed and the vehicle stalled. all of the warning lights illuminated informing him that the vehicle would stall. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was called and informed him that the vin was not included in nhtsa recall # 08v203000, power train automatic transmission, control module (tcm, pcm) and offered no assistance. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 49,600.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled without warning. the contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and upon restarting the vehicle resumed as normal. the failure recurred six times. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they were unable to locate a problem. in 2009 the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm)). the contact stated that the previous recall remedy failed to correct the defect. the manufacturer was notified of the recurring problem. the approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. the contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning when driving at any speed over 20 mph. the vehicle was taken to a local repair facility and an authorized dealer for diagnosis in which no failure codes were generated. the manufacturer was contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm) and no further assistance was offered. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 67,583 and the current mileage was 67,999. updated 01/14/11 *bf updated 02/07/11

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. the contact pulled over and after several attempts, was able to restart it. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but the failure could not be diagnosed. the contact also stated that the vehicle would experience a hard shift and hesitation when she tried to accelerate. updated 5/9/11 *cn the consumer stated when she attempted to start the vehicle, the ignition key would not start the vehicle, it would take several more times to try and get the vehicle started. also, when acceleration, the vehicle would hesitate and then stall. the transmission was making loud noises when shifting and the transmission light has since illuminated. the tail light lamps seals were broken and water was seeping inside. updated 08/22/11

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving 25 mph, the gear downshifted to neutral and the vehicle stalled. the check engine light, brake light and another unidentified light all illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. the contact referenced recall 08v203000 (power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm, pcm)) but was told her vehicle was not included. the contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled without warning. the engine was restarted and the vehicle resumed as normal. the failure recurred sporadically. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and repaired under nhtsa campaign id number 08v203000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module; tcm, pcm). the same day the vehicle was repaired, the contact experienced the engine stalling failure. the recall remedy did not correct the malfunction. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage 109,000.

I'm a owner of a 2006 jeep commander limited and starting to become frustrated and scared to drive this beautiful car. the problem is that the car stalls out (looses power, electrical, power brakes/ steering, everything) when slowing down at a red light, stop sign, parking spot, etc. i have contacted the dealer and several repair shops concerning this problem and they all tell me that they have no idea what it could be and there are no recalls on the issue. just wanted to see what if anything you suggest for me to do as this i not the first time this has happened and probably not the last. thanks *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. while driving approximately 30 mph all of the warning lights illuminated on instrument panel. when she engaged the turn signal, it would blink intermittently then it become stuck in position. she stated that the vehicle stalled while all of the warning lights were illuminated. she was able to coast into a parking space. she made several attempts to start the vehicle and was able to drive it to her residence; although, the vehicle began to hesitate intermittently. the vehicle was towed to the dealer. the tow truck driver was unable to start the vehicle. two weeks prior to the failure, the interior dome light was not working. she referenced nhtsa recall campaign id number: 08v203000, power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm); however, her vin was not a part of the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure and current mileages were 42,500.

2006 jeep commander limited 4x4, 5.7liter hemi. vehicle stalls while driving at low speed. dealer can not replicate problem. problem occurred while under warranty but warranty has since expired. vehicle currently has 42000 miles. jeep was contacted and stated that since the vehicle is no longer under warranty and the problem could not be duplicated it is now my problem. they further stated that they have never heard of this problem before although through research on the internet it is a common problem and has been reported numerous times. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep commander. she stated while at a traffic stop, the vehicle sporadically stalled and restarted itself repeatedly. the dealer advised a diagnostic test to determine the failure. the manufacturer stated there were no recalls on the vehicle and would not provide any assistance. the vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. the failure and current mileages were 43,000.