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US recalls (4)
Electrical system: ignition
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Magnum vehicles manufactured May 23, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 24, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured April 3, 2007, to May 12, 2008, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured March 21, 2007, to May 12, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the ignition key (FOBIK) may not return to the "ON" position after being rotated to the "START" position, instead sticking between the two positions. Potentially, while the vehicle is being driven, the ignition may inadvertently move through the "RUN" position to the "ACCESSORY" or "OFF" ignition position, turning off the engine.
Risk and remedy
Risk: If the ignition stays between "START" and "ON" positions it could cause loss of certain electrical functions. 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 and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P57.
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 and remedy
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.
Electrical system
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 1,338 MY 2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE AND COMMANDER VEHICLES. THE FRONT CONTROL MODULE MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED.
Risk and remedy
Risk: THIS COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL WHILE DRIVING OR NOT TO START AND/OR CAUSE THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE. ENGINE STALLING OR INOPERATIVE WIPERS COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MODULE AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS IN A CERTAIN LOT MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED FROM GRAY IRON INSTEAD OF DUCTILE IRON AS DESIGNED AND COULD FRACTURE WITHOUT WARNING.
Risk and remedy
Risk: THIS WOULD INCREASE THE VEHICLE'S STOPPING DISTANCE AND COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS TO SEE IF THEY FALL INTO THIS LOT AND, IF SO, WILL REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Canadian recalls (5)
Show 5 Canadian recalls
Electrical
2014-09-18 · campaign 2014-404
On certain vehicles, the ignition key may not fully return to the RUN position from the START position once the key is released after starting the vehicle. This could affect various vehicle electrical functions, and also cause an unintended change in ignition switch position, which could cause the engine to stall. This would result in a loss of motive power and affect functioning of the power steering and power braking assist systems as well as other safety systems including airbags. These issues could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) module (i.e. ignition switch) and FOBIKs (keys).
Powertrain
2013-05-08 · campaign 2013-155
On certain vehicles equipped with a full-time four-wheel drive system, the transfer case controller could fail. This could cause the transfer case to shift into or through the neutral position, which may allow the vehicle to roll away, even with the transmission in the PARK position. Should the vehicle roll away, it could strike another vehicle, stationary object, or a bystander, causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will reprogram the final drive controller with updated software.
Airbag
2010-08-12 · campaign 2010-273 · 730 vehicles
On certain vehicles that were not equipped with a factory sunroof, the supplemental side airbag inflatable curtain may not position properly during inflation. The side curtain airbag will still timely deploy and meet and exceed applicable safety standards. Correction: Dealers will install a bracket and foam block behind the "B" pillar upper trim cover to improve side curtain airbag positioning in the event of a deployment. This action is a Customer Satisfaction Campaign and is not being conducted as per the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Engine
2008-02-07 · campaign 2008-042 · 60 vehicles
On certain vehicles, the front control module may have been manufactured incorrectly. This could cause the engine to stall while driving, or not to start, and/or cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative. Engine stalling would result in lost propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash. Correction: Dealers will inspect the front control module and replace it if necessary.
Brakes
2007-09-12 · campaign 2007-299
On certain vehicles, the front brake calipers were improperly manufactured and could break under certain operating conditions. This could increase the vehicle's stopping distance and cause a crash with injury or death. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if required, replace the front brake calipers.
Owner complaints (326)
Owners filed 326 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Jeep Commander (13 crashes, 3 fires, 10 injuries reported). Among 6 model years of this model, it ranks #3 for the most complaints (median 326).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Electrical system | 201 | |
| Engine | 59 | |
| Power train | 30 | |
| Air bags | 22 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 15 | |
| Unknown or other | 15 | |
| Engine and engine cooling | 14 | |
| Visibility | 13 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2008 Jeep Commander.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2008 Jeep Commander 4-DR. w/SAB | – | – | – | 3★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2008 Jeep Commander version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Commander 2WD 3.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Commander 2WD 4.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 14 | 19 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Commander 2WD 5.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Commander 4WD 3.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Commander 4WD 4.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 13 | 18 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Commander 4WD 5.7 L Automatic 5-spd | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 |
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