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2006 Jeep Commander repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)

Other (9%)

Chart based on 66 repairs.
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2006 Jeep Commander engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (18%)

$500 - $999 (12%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (41%)

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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Jeep Commander

Engine not specified

64000 mi

US $39
replace water pump 

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2006 Jeep Commander 4dr SUV

330-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

44000 mi Car stalls while driving or at idle. Dealer reflashed, then replaced PCM, FCM, crank sensor, and now WCM tomorrow. Still not running. 
83000 mi

US $800
Needed new thermostat 
52700 mi

C $350
Water pump leaking was getting progressively worse. Replaced pump. 
139660 mi

C $100
Replace waterpump 
139000 mi

US $1200
Valve seat dropped, destroyed piston and head, total rebuild 

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2006 Jeep Commander 4dr SUV

235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

110400 mi

US $120
Water pump seal/bearing failed. Replaced water pump. Also replaced somewhat noisy fan clutch, hoses (preventive), and coolant. 
136577 mi

US $600
Head gasket failed. Replaced one cylinder head and gasket. 

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2006 Jeep Commander 4dr SUV

235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

92000 mi

US $75
Exhaust leak at manifold 
30000 mi Car stalled. transmission shifted into high gear from stop. Check engine light came on. Car ecu reprogrammed. 
20000 mi check engine light came on after sitting for 2 weeks. Dealer says loose gas cap 

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2006 Jeep Commander 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

196000 mi

US $277
Original radiator cracked, new one installed. 
202000 mi

US $1300
Oil pan gasket leak. 

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2006 Jeep Commander 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

168744 mi

US $1667
O2 sensor defective and replaced. 
171000 mi

US $50
Diagnosed anti-freeze leak into the engine cylinder head cylinder #2. No parts replaced. Engine was overheating as a result. Coolant tank was empty. Added Bar's Leaks HG-1 Coolant Anti-Freeze and Head Gasket Repair liquid repair. 

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2006 Jeep Commander 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

87800 mi Water pump 

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2006 Jeep Commander Engine Problems

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