Jeep Commander (XK)
Engines
Click the links below to see common problems specific to the engines available on this vehicle.
- Chrysler EKG (Base, Sport)
- Chrysler HEMI 5.7L (Limited, Overland)
- Chrysler PowerTech V8 (Base, Sport, Limited)
Problems
- Miscellaneous electrical problems
- Low-range (can seize if never used)
- May experience delayed gear engagement after cold soak due to a poor filter in the transmission fluid cooler line; there is an updated filter available
- CEL and “loose gas cap” warnings may be erroneous or provide incorrect warnings
- Rust, especially on tailgate or in wheel wells
- Transmission usually lasts around 100k miles or so before requiring rebuild/replacement
- Windows:
- If one-touch window-up function causes the window to go down instead, the problem may be a faulty window regulator
- If one-touch window-up function does nothing, the problem may be pinching of the tracks, loose hardware, or ice
- TPMS sensors
- Awful build quality and materials in general