2007 Jeep Commander Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2007 Jeep Commander has a complaint index of 80, ranking as the 2nd-worst of 6 model years, and carries an Avoid verdict. NHTSA logged 696 complaints, 5 recall campaigns, 18 crashes, and 13 fires, with the Electrical System as the top problem area.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 80/100
- #2 of 6 Commander years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 696
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 5
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 18
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 13
- Injuries
- 10
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 15
- 14 city / 18 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 10 / 0
Top 2007 Jeep Commander problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System375 (54%)
- Engine259 (37%)
- Transmission & Powertrain131 (19%)
- Brakes39 (6%)
- Other38 (5%)
- Steering33 (5%)
- Structure & Body23 (3%)
- Airbags19 (3%)
- Seat Belts19 (3%)
- Fuel System12 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Rear brakes reportedly lock up or seize without warning, sometimes with a burning odor coming from the wheel area.
- Brake pedal has reportedly extended to the floor while still managing to stop the vehicle.
- Owners describe sudden stalling or loss of braking response at low speed, leading to collisions.
- Ignition key contact with the driver's knee has reportedly caused the key to shift out of position and the vehicle to stall.
- Electrical wiring in headliners, seats, or signal lights has reportedly caused fires, in some cases while the vehicle was parked.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy during a reported crash.
2007 Jeep Commander recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 14V438000Jul 21, 2014Electrical System649,353 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition:switch
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.
- NHTSA 13V175000May 7, 2013Electrical System295,345 vehicles
Electrical system
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.
- NHTSA 07V434000Sep 14, 2007Brakes296,550 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
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.
2007 Jeep Commander fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 14 MPG
- Highway
- 18 MPG
- Combined
- 15 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,300
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2007 compared with other Commander years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2007 Jeep Commander reliable?
- NHTSA data shows a complaint index of 80 for the 2007 Commander, the 2nd-worst among the 6 model years with data, and it carries an Avoid verdict relative to other Commander years.
- What problems does the 2007 Jeep Commander have?
- The top problem area is the Electrical System, making up 54% of complaints, followed by Engine at 37% and Transmission & Powertrain at 19%. NHTSA also lists 5 recall campaigns covering electrical and brake systems.
- Does the 2007 Jeep Commander have a recall?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2007 Commander, covering the ignition switch, transfer case control software, ABS software, and front brake calipers. None are classified as do-not-drive recalls.
- What year Jeep Commander should I avoid?
- Among the 6 model years with data, 2006 has the highest complaint index at 100 and is also rated Avoid, while 2007 ranks 2nd-worst with an index of 80. The 2010 model year is rated Best, with an index of 20.
- At what mileage do 2007 Jeep Commander problems typically occur?
- Median mileage at failure for the 2007 Commander is 74,000 miles overall, with Electrical System complaints centered around 80,000 miles and Engine complaints around 73,800 miles.