2007 Jeep Commander 4x4 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 513 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.2 times the median Commander 4x4 year — the 2007 model ranks #1 of 3 Commander 4x4 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Reports tied to this model year include 3 deaths and 12 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.
Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 161 reports (31% of the total).
513
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
3
Investigations
12
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
12
Injuries
3
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2007 compare to other Commander 4x4 years?
What are the most common 2007 Jeep Commander 4x4 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 161 | 31% | new |
| Engine | 123 | 24% | new |
| Transmission | 87 | 17% | new |
| Speed Control | 28 | 5% | new |
| Other | 16 | 3% | new |
| Visibility & Wipers | 16 | 3% | new |
| Body & Structure | 13 | 3% | new |
| Steering | 13 | 3% | new |
| Tires & Wheels | 12 | 2% | new |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 2% | new |
| Brakes | 9 | 2% | new |
| Fuel System | 8 | 2% | new |
| Airbags | 6 | 1% | new |
| Lighting | 4 | 1% | new |
| Seats | 3 | 1% | new |
| Suspension | 3 | 1% | new |
| Latches & Locks | 2 | 0% | new |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“MY JEEP HAD AN ISSUE WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY DRIVING 55 MILES PER HOUR. THE PARK DRIVE REVERSE AND NEUTRAL LIGHTS LIT UP AND I COULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE. I WAS REAR ENDED WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE CAR. THIS IS THE MOST DANGEROUS VEHICLE I HAVE EVER OWNED. I HAVE HAD I TO THE MECHANIC FOR REPAIR…”
“ERIE, PA 11/3/08 SEARCH UNDER RUMSEY, JOANN THE NEWSPAPERS DESCRIBE IT ALL AND PICTURES SPEAK A THOUSAND WORDS. THIS 2007 JEEP COMMANDER CRASHED BY STALLING AT A HIGH SPEED CLAIMING THE LIVES OF A YOUNG WOMAN 40 YEARS OLD AND HER 2 CHILDREN WHO WERE 4 YRS OLD AND 18 MONTHS OLD. PLEASE SEARCH AND…”
“2007 JEEP COMMANDER (PURCHASED USED IN THE FALL OF 2012): AS I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT, THE CAR ABRUPTLY SPED UP, CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL. I CRASHED INTO AN UTILITY POLE DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM THE PARKING LOT EXIT AS A RESULT. THE CAR IS NOW TOTALED AND THE UTILITY POLE WAS DAMAGED…”
“2007 JEEP COMMANDER (PURCHASED USED IN THE FALL OF 2012): AS I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT, THE CAR ABRUPTLY SPED UP, CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL. I CRASHED INTO AN UTILITY POLE DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM THE PARKING LOT EXIT AS A RESULT. THE CAR IS NOW TOTALED AND THE UTILITY POLE WAS DAMAGED…”
“HVAC AND DEFROST DIRECTS COLD AIR ONTO WINDSHIELD WHILE SENDING 175 DEGREE FAHRENHEIT HOT AIR TO BOTTOM VENTS AIR IS NOT MIXING PROPERLY. JEEP DEALER WILL NOT MAKE REPAIR, SAYING "THIS IS HOW HVAC WORKS". DUE TO COLD AIR BLOWING FROM THE DEFROSTER ON WINDSHIELD, WINDSHIELD BUILDS UP WITH ICE AND…”
2007 Jeep Commander 4x4 — common questions
Is the 2007 Jeep Commander 4x4 reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 513 complaints put the 2007 model at #1 of 3 Commander 4x4 years. It is one of the Commander 4x4 years to avoid.
What are the most common 2007 Commander 4x4 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (161 complaints), engine (123 complaints), transmission (87 complaints).
Does the 2007 Jeep Commander 4x4 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2007 Jeep Commander 4x4.
Is the 2007 Jeep Commander 4x4 under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened 3 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Jeep Commander 4x4 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Commander 4x4 years to avoid are 2007. The cleanest record among Commander 4x4 years belongs to 2009.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.