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2008 Jeep Commander

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

5

5 current

Combined

15.2L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,828

16,249 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs are almost always free. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number. Transport Canada’s own wording is that a manufacturer “will almost always make these repairs free of charge”, so being asked to pay for recall work is unusual and worth questioning. Since 2018 the Minister of Transport can order a company to pay for repairs so owners do not bear the cost.

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2014404 · manufacturer campaign P57

18 September 2014

Transport Canada lists: 300 2008 · Charger 2008 · Magnum 2008 · Commander 2008 · and 1 more

What is wrong

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.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) module (i.e. ignition switch) and FOBIKs (keys).

20,202 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2013155 · manufacturer campaign N23

8 May 2013

Transport Canada lists: Commander 2006–2010 · Grand Cherokee 2005–2010

What is wrong

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.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the final drive controller with updated software.

28,423 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2010273 · manufacturer campaign K06

12 August 2010

Transport Canada lists: Commander 2007–2010

What is wrong

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.

What the dealer will do

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.

730 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2008042 · manufacturer campaign H03

7 February 2008

Transport Canada lists: Commander 2008 · Grand Cherokee 2008

What is wrong

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.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the front control module and replace it if necessary.

60 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2007299 · manufacturer campaign G35

12 September 2007

Transport Canada lists: Commander 2007–2008 · Grand Cherokee 2007–2008

What is wrong

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.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if required, replace the front brake calipers.

1,260 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle
In its class
More efficient than 22% of 267 2008 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
350 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2008 Jeep Commander have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 5 recalls on record for the 2008 Jeep Commander. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2008 Jeep Commander get?
NRCan rates the 2008 Jeep Commander at 15.2 L/100 km combined, emitting 350 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 4 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2008 Jeep Commander for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,828 in fuel, producing roughly 5,705 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 6 August 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. These are average residential rates. A car’s charging is added on top of what your home already uses, so on a tiered, time-of-use or subsidised tariff it is billed at your top rate rather than this average — which makes the real cost higher, especially in the territories. Enter your own rate for an accurate figure. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.