Model year guide

2010 Jeep Commander

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Jeep Commander is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 48 on record.

2010 Jeep Commander — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2010 Jeep Commander at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints45
Combined16 mpg
Typical price$12,585

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2010 Jeep Commander recalls 4

Power Train:transfer Case (4-wheel Drive) NHTSA Campaign #13V175000 · 07/05/2013

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.

Fix: 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:ignition:module NHTSA Campaign #10V200000 · 11/05/2010

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER 300, DODGE CHALLENGER, CHARGER, JEEP COMMANDER, GRAND CHEROKEE AND DODGE RAM VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A WIRELESS IGNITION NODE (WIN) MODULE EXHIBITING A BINDING CONDITION OF THE SOLENOID LATCH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WIN MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 23, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #10V085000 · 05/03/2010

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2010 JEEP COMMANDER AND GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES. THEY MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED REAR TRACK BAR.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR TRACK BAR BUSHING RETAINING HOOP AND REPLACE THE REAR TRACK BAR IF ANY ARE FOUND TO BE MIS-POSITIONED. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic NHTSA Campaign #10V009000 · 11/01/2010

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING; DODGE AVENGER AND NITRO; JEEP LIBERTY, COMMANDER AND GRAND CHEROKEE; AND MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 DODGE RAM TRUCK. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY FORMED OR MISSING BRAKE BOOSTER INPUT ROD RETAINING CLIP.

Fix: CHRYSLER WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE BOOSTER INPUT ROD RETAINING CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Jeep Commander common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

2010 Jeep Commander MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway20 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,913

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2010 Jeep Commander worth?

Low
$7,600
Typical price
$12,585
High
$18,500

From 48 comparable 2010 Jeep Commander listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Jeep Commander costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,565
Depreciation (5 yrs)$7,500
Total$27,065
Per mile$0.36

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($12,585) with the same model 4 model-years older ($6,589), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Jeep Commander trims & engines on record

Trims
Sport · Limited
Engines
3.7L 6-cyl · 5.7L 8-cyl

2010 Jeep Commander vehicles on record

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2010 Jeep Commander — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Jeep Commander have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2010 Jeep Commander. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Jeep Commander?

Based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, vehicle speed control.

What gas mileage does the 2010 Jeep Commander get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Jeep Commander at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 20 highway).

How much is a 2010 Jeep Commander worth?

Comparable 2010 Jeep Commander listings run roughly $7,600–$18,500, typically around $12,585 (from 48 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.