This page covers 2 recalls, 45 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2010 Jeep Commander.
15–16 mpg combined
14.7–15.7 L/100km
Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
Owners of the 2010 Jeep Commander report the most trouble with the engine and electrical system. On the engine side, a recurring complaint involves sudden failure while driving, owners describe the vehicle dying without warning, sometimes with no check engine light beforehand. Several reports mention cylinder compression loss as the diagnosis after the fact. Ignition problems come up frequently as well: owners describe the key sticking, the ignition refusing to turn, or the dash going dark immediately after startup, leaving the vehicle unable to crank. Electrical complaints overlap with some of these symptoms, owners report intermittent shutdowns where lights, climate control, and the engine cut out together while moving. The powertrain draws a smaller share of complaints by comparison. The ignition/no-crank pattern appears across enough reports to stand out as a consistent theme, with owners often describing difficulty both starting the vehicle and removing the key.
45
Total Complaints
3
Fire-Related
By System
The 2010 Jeep Commander has 2 recalls, the most serious being a brake booster input rod that can detach without warning, causing a complete loss of braking ability.
The second recall involves the rear track bar, which may have been built incorrectly and can compromise rear axle stability, making the vehicle harder to control, particularly during cornering or sudden maneuvers.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear track bar may have been improperly manufactured, potentially causing suspension issues.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear track bar bushing retaining hoop and replace the rear track bar if misaligned.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The clip that holds the brake booster input rod in place may be improperly formed or missing, potentially causing brake system failure.
What the fix does
The brake booster input rod retaining clip will be replaced at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
